A Boutique Management Consulting Firm
About Protollo
Protollo originated in Alberta, Canada in 2018, and now operates from Ontario. The founders' deep desire to contribute to and strengthen our clients business performance instigated the launch of the business and is captured by the Latin verb Protollo, meaning to raise up or to elevate.
Our starting point and underpinning is always a discussion about your business, your goals, and your challenges. We can then determine, together, what's next and how we will elevate your business performance. While operating from Ontario, Protollo can support your business where you are located. Let's set aside time for a conversation.
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Founders Diane Chiste and Gary Chiste are pleased to offer a variety of services based on their many years of diverse business experience as highlighted below. Contact us today.
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Who We Are
Diane Chiste
Diane is a business leader and professional engineer with over 25 years of progressive experience in energy, technology, and other industries. She has built and led high performance teams, and developed and implemented strategic plans in complex environments. She has managed diverse and multifunctional groups in program development, construction, engineering, program financial management and operations, as well as customer/client support and services. She possesses deep expertise in capital project management and organizational development, supporting delivery of programs exceeding $25 billion.
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Diane holds an Executive Development Certificate in Strategy and Innovation from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, and a Master of Business Administration. She is also registered as both a practicing Professional Engineer and Project Management Professional.
Gary Chiste
Gary is a retired Chief Deputy Superintendent (Christ The Redeemer School Division). He has 30 years of experience in public education and in business, including 24 years as an educational administrator. Gary has expertise in all aspects of Human Resources including recruiting and hiring of all levels of staff. He was responsible for the mentorship and development of all the new teachers in Christ The Redeemer School Division. He oversaw the division’s Student Services department which focused on the work with students that have exceptionalities. He also supervised, coached and evaluated school-based administrators.
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Gary holds a Bachelor of Commerce, Bachelor of Education, and a Master of Arts in Education Administration. Gary is also President of Golf Shepherd Tours, Treasurer/Board Member for Els for Autism Canada, former Chair of the Els for Autism Canada Calgary Golf Tournament, and a former Board Member and Chair of the Autism and Asperger's Friendship Society.