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Robert Young

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Director of Operations, Growth & Investment at Pictou County Partnership
📍 New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada

Robert is a finance leader with over 15 years of experience, currently serving as the Director of Operations, Growth & Investment at the Pictou County Partnership. He specializes in strategic budgeting and financial planning to foster economic development. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from St. Francis Xavier University.

Passionate about community well-being, Robert actively contributes to regional economic growth through his professional role and volunteer leadership positions that support local youth. He brings a global perspective to his work, having lived and worked abroad, and hosts a podcast that shares the stories of local businesses and leaders.

Unique fact: He hosts the "Growing Pictou County, one story at a time" podcast, where he interviews local entrepreneurs and community figures.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Director of Operations, Growth & Investment
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
New Glasgow, Nova Scotia, Canada
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Economic Development
Leads strategy at the Pictou County Partnership to drive regional economic growth and works closely with local businesses and organizations.
Community Storytelling
As the host of the "Growing Pictou County" podcast, he shares the stories of local business and community leaders to highlight regional vibrancy.
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Career

Work history

11-2025
Director of Operations, Growth & Investment
Pictou County Partnership
5-2025 - 11-2025
Director of Operations
Pictou County Partnership
7-2022 - 12-2024
Finance Manager
R.J. MacIsaac Construction Ltd.
11-2021 - 7-2022
Finance Manager
Sobeys
11-2019 - 11-2021
Sr Financial Analyst - FP&A Support Services / Backstage
Sobeys
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Education
2003 - 2007
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
St. Francis Xavier University
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