Getting to know our people

Patrice Beaulieu, Web Administrator

What is your role at CIQS and to whom are you accountable?

As the Web Administrator at CIQS, I assume leadership and accountability for the development, implementation, and maintenance of the CIQS websites and social media channels to increase our online presence and maximize website traffic . I answer to to Sheila Lennon (Executive Director), David Dooks (President), and Michael Gabert (Marketing Director) .

What does a typical day look like in your position?

I wake up, make coffee, and spend two hours on current projects . My goal is to avoid interruptions and do ‘deep work’ on a single project at a time .

I check my email around nine am to check for emergencies or last-minute schedule changes . After, I browse social media for brand mentions, keywords, notifications, comments, reviews, questions, feedback, etc .

Throughout the day, I complete administrative duties like working on website-related projects; publishing new content; keeping prior work current; translating content, documents, and communications into French; processing emails and calls; drafting e-blasts; and coordinating with affiliates and chapter reps to plan and promote events, seminars, and workshops .

Every day is not the same . The variety keeps me on my toes and makes every day new and exciting .

Has your role changed since you started?

I have almost 15 years of experience in the web development industry, and I have been working for CIQS since April 2014 . At first, I was hired to work “part-time” for CIQS National matters only, but this commitment has been expanded over time to also include our affiliates’ websites and social media . I made myself available on a full-time basis since then .

What is the most satisfying part of your job?

For me, my job is satisfying in two very different ways . The first way is just pure nerd joy . I love working on web projects . I love learning new technologies . I love using computers . The every day work is a joy for me . The second aspect that makes my job satisfying is that I work with a bunch of awesome people and my work is being recognized and valued .

What are the challenges and opportunities of your role?

One of the most challenging aspects for every web developer is to keep up with the industry . It seems like every week there are new front-end frameworks, new JavaScript projects, new apps, and more .

On the opportunities side, the web is a dynamic medium with untapped potential . When there is a problem, I look around and see if someone has already solved it . If that solution does not work, I can always come up with a solution, executed in an original way .

What else can you tell us about yourself?

Spending quality time with my family and friends is very important to me . I also love to travel and there are plenty of places to explore, and often roads without destinations lead us to most beautiful places .

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