Mary Lou is a Senior Proposal Writer and Business Development Specialist with over 25 years of experience in the engineering industry. She has led winning pursuits for major clients such as Metrolinx, CN Rail, Canadian Pacific Railway, and municipalities across North America. Holding an Honours Diploma in Business Administration and certification in Adobe Creative Cloud, she is also a member of the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP). With expertise in proposal writing, project coordination, marketing, and design, Mary Lou is known for delivering high-quality work with precision and consistency.

Based in Haliburton, Ontario, Mary Lou enjoys the tranquility of the boreal forest with her husband, Douglas. She volunteers at Woodlands Wildlife Sanctuary, caring for orphaned and injured animals, and is an avid guitar player and collector with 12 guitars and a ukulele. She is a proud mother of three children, grandmother of four, and shares her home with three golden retrievers.