👋🏽 Hi, my name is Anna Dredge. 🏙 Communications + Design Professional with a growing interest in Local Economic Development. Dedicated to supporting more inclusive, equitable and prosperous cities. ⚡️ Formally trained in visual design with a deep regard for systems and psychology, Intentionally approaches projects with a focus on human-centered design and community experience. Currently guiding business improvement areas (BIAs) to level up their online presence and digital marketing efforts, during a time when digitization has accelerated across the globe. 💼 Strong track record of effectively planning, initiating and overseeing digital content coordination and communications for select purpose-driven projects, in partnership with the City of Toronto for the past 5+ years. Projects include: Startup HERE Toronto and Digital Main Street. 💻 Committed to continuous improvement and contributing to team success. Passionate about supporting leaders with clear, actionable plans and vision. Appreciation for work that cultivates active stewardship within the community it serves. ♾ Urban dwelling member of the Métis Nation of Ontario with family roots along Peace River. (English, Polish, Irish, French, and Cree ancestry.) Aspiring beader, digital storyteller, nature enthusiast, and admirer of traditional craft, as well as contemporary indigenous fashion. Drawn to and inspired by people and organizations that value equity, sustainability, indigenous leadership and decolonial dialogue. 🏫 Local Economic Development studies at Ryerson University. Working towards EcD accreditation. 

 🔍 Seeking mentorship, meaningful connections, and career advice. 💪🏽 Strengths include: Critical Analysis, Social Digital Strategy, Content Creation, Marketing Research, Relationship Building, Logistics, and Project Management. 🏸 Interests Include: Tennis, Hiking, Yoga, HIIT, Art Galleries, Film Analysis, Photography, Interior Design, Placemaking ––––– 💁‍♀️ She/ Her 💻 www.annazissou.com ✉️ hello@annazissou.com 📞 647 460 7665 📍 Bay Street Corridor, Toronto