Stephannie Schlichter

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Director of Economic & Creative Development at City of Barrie

Barrie, Ontario, Canada

Overview

Stephannie Schlichter is a seasoned economic development professional with over 18 years of experience at the City of Barrie, where she now serves as the Director of Economic & Creative Development. Leading the Invest Barrie team, she focuses on business growth and community collaboration. She is an Honours graduate from Brock University.

Her professional passion extends to fostering a vibrant community by championing local arts and culture. She is actively involved in initiatives that support emerging founders, artists, and creatives, demonstrating a commitment to creating an inspiring environment where businesses of all sizes can thrive and succeed.

Known for her authentic approach and strategic mindset, Stephannie has dedicated her entire career to the growth of a single city.

Personality Overview

Formal Mannered

Process-Oriented

Diplomatic

They are courteous and respectful but practical.  They are comfortable taking long term decisions. They like following the process even if it takes time to reach any conclusion.

Topics They Care About

Entrepreneurial Support
Her career began with the Ontario Small Business Centre program, and she continues to focus on supporting entrepreneurs at every stage of their journey, from idea to global success.
Arts & Culture
She actively promotes Barrie as an arts destination, leading initiatives like the 'Seeds to Sow' temporary public art exhibition to enrich the community's cultural landscape.
Community Collaboration
Her work is rooted in collaboration, partnering with local industries, community leaders, and creative professionals to build a vibrant and resilient local economy.

Media Appearances

Get to Know Us – Staff Profiles. Featured in Invest Barrie (City of Barrie)

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City of Barrie opens applications for arts and culture funding. Featured in Global News

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Work History

11-2019
Director of Economic & Creative Development at City of Barrie
11-2015 - 11-2019
Director Of Business Development at City of Barrie
5-2007 - 12-2015
Economic Development Officer at City of Barrie
4-2004 - 5-2007
Small Business Consultant at Town of Richmond Hill
1-2003 - 3-2004
Small Business Consultant at City of Niagara Falls - Small Business Enterprise Centre

Education

1998 - 2002
Honours from Brock University

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Exp : 23 Location : Barrie, Ontario, Canada Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Director of Economic & Creative Development at City of Barrie
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Insights For Selling To Stephannie

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Be personal and polite and slightly formal
  • Tell them about the outcome and results before talking about the input
  • Be very observant about how they perceive the risk in the decision

DONT's

  • Ensure that you don’t seem disinterested when speaking to them
  • Don’t try to be overly social in the early interactions
  • Don’t push them for a no, take the lack of yes as a no after a certain point

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Stephannie is

  • Low-risk, adoption by others and strong collaterals matter the most to them.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Stephannie

  • They never refuse directly, they push out the decisions or just go quiet.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Stephannie move?

  • They can be some of the slowest decision makers.
  • Can Stephannie take some risk or not?

  • They have no risk-appetite and prefer to take safe decisions.

You And Stephannie

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