Jennie Greencorn

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Sessional Instructor at Dalhousie University

Canso, Nova Scotia, Canada

Overview

Jennie Greencorn is the Executive Director for the Recreation Facility Association of Nova Scotia, bringing over 15 years of industry experience. Her career has spanned from hands-on management of arenas and pools to teaching recreation facility design and operations at Dalhousie University. She is a dedicated advocate for the sector, representing members interests to government.

With 30 years of experience serving on community boards, Jennie is deeply committed to community development. She champions creating safe, inclusive, and anti-racist environments in recreation. Her passion extends to supporting major community events, including the North American Indigenous Games and the Stan Rogers Folk Festival.

Uniquely, Jennie began her career as a nurse in acute and long-term care before transitioning into recreation and community development.

Personality Overview

Requires Proof

Curious But Skeptical

Friendly But Slow

They typically tend to be late adopters even when they seem friendly and excited about what you have to sell  They are unlikely to ever become strong champions even when the conversations are going well; you should focus on cultivating other champions They are often friendly and nice, but can sometimes suprise you with their piercing questions

Topics They Care About

Facility Management
Her entire career, from arena manager to Executive Director and university instructor, is dedicated to the operational excellence of recreation facilities.
Diversity & Inclusion
She publicly advocates for changing the culture in facilities to ensure people feel welcomed and to combat racism and discrimination.
Community Development
Has over three decades of experience on community boards and has been involved in major grassroots cultural events like the Stan Rogers Folk Festival.

Media Appearances

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Subsidy for the Atlantic .... Featured in Recreation Facility Association of Nova Scotia (PDF)

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Work History

1-2023 - 10-2025
Sessional Instructor at Dalhousie University
3-2021
Executive Director at Recreation Facility Association of Nova Scotia
9-2014 - 3-2021
Special Events Manager at Pictou County Wellness Centre
3-2011 - 7-2013
Embroidery Specialist, Screenprinting and signage at Waterline Promotional Products
5-2006 - 11-2015
Arena Manager at Canso and Area Arena

Education

Jennie has no verified education history

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Exp : 31 Location : Canso, Nova Scotia, Canada Job Level : Senior Designation : Sessional Instructor at Dalhousie University
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Insights For Selling To Jennie

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Help them realize that there is no personal risk in making this decision
  • Focus on immediate action-items rather than the larger goals
  • Help them understand the risk aspect fully while inspiring confidence

DONT's

  • Avoid phrases like ‘trust me’, ‘you will just love it’ etc.
  • Do not sound overly eager, modulate your energy levels especially if you are generally enthusiastic
  • Avoid winging it with them particularly, answer a question only if you know the answer well

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Jennie is

  • Clear proof of product value matters to them, followed by others' testimonials and rapport.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Jennie

  • They are likely to give you a clear answer without taking you around in circles. However, if you share a good relationship, they might not be so forthcoming.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Jennie move?

  • They like to perform full analysis and can take time to make any decision.
  • Can Jennie take some risk or not?

  • They weigh all decisions systematically and are unlikely to take many risks.

You And Jennie

Personality Compatibility


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