Loren Balisky

Examiner
DISC Type : cs

Acting Executive Director at Kinbrace Community Society

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Overview

Loren Balisky co-founded and serves as Acting Executive Director for Kinbrace, British Columbias longest-serving housing and support provider for refugee claimants. He is dedicated to promoting the total wellbeing of people seeking protection in Canada and holds a Master of Divinity from Regent College, underscoring his deep commitment to his work.

Outside of his professional capacity, Loren is an active community participant who engages in fundraising events like the "Ride for Refuge. " He is a vocal supporter of other local non-profits, such as Flavours of Hope, which assists newcomer women in starting their own food businesses, reflecting his passion for social justice and empowerment.

For nearly two decades, Loren and his family lived within the Kinbrace housing community alongside the refugee claimants they support.

Personality Overview

Tough To Convince

Unexpressive

Late Adopter

They tend to be clear about their needs and limitations and are unlikely to promise too much.  They are heavily focused on quality and prefer doing things the right way, even if it takes time. They do not like taking risks at all and go for proven options in the end.

Topics They Care About

Refugee Advocacy
As co-founder of Kinbrace, he has dedicated his career to providing housing, support, and accessible information for refugee claimants arriving in Canada.
Access to Justice
He is concerned with the independence of the justice system, believing that when it is threatened, the most vulnerable people suffer the consequences.
Community Fundraising
Actively participates in and promotes charitable fundraising events, such as the "Ride for Refuge, " to support causes he is passionate about.

Media Appearances

Loren Balisky, Author at Kinbrace. Featured in Kinbrace Community Society

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Interview with Loren Balisky – Director & Founder of Kinbrace Community Society. Featured in The Welcome Network (Facebook)

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Changing the Way We Welcome Refugee Claimants. Featured in Kinbrace Community Society

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Work History

7-1998
Acting Executive Director at Kinbrace Community Society

Education

1993 - 1997
MDiv from Regent College

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Exp : 27 Location : Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Job Level : Senior Designation : Acting Executive Director at Kinbrace Community Society
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Insights For Selling To Loren

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • First of all, focus on building their confidence by sharing examples, case studies etc.
  • Ask them which other stakeholders would be important for this purchase decision
  • Be firm in your communication and stay in control

DONT's

  • Don't be very accepting if that is your natural style, stay firm
  • Don't rely on relationship building even if they act pleasantly
  • Don't use phrases like 'do not worry', 'i promise' etc.

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Loren is

  • Low-risk, adoption by others are very important to them, followed by confidence in ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Loren

  • Often, they don't say no, or keep going about it in circles.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Loren move?

  • They do not like to rush and therefore can be quite slow in their decision-making.
  • Can Loren take some risk or not?

  • They have little risk-appetite and prefer to take measured decisions.

You And Loren

Personality Compatibility


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