Celtics are proud to announce our Leadership Group for the season!
Captain- Patrick Quinlan
Alt Captain- Ronan Whitten
Alt Captain- Sam Butler
Alt Captain- Thomas Avery
🎉✨A huge congratulations to our visionary Founder, CEO and leading cold-weather palm tree conservationist Emad Rizkalla, B.Eng. ’92, for being named the 2025 Alumnus of the Year by @MemorialU, @MemorialUAlumni!
This incredible recognition honors alumni who have achieved distinction in their fields, remained deeply committed to their alma mater, and enriched their communities profoundly. All of which Emad has done, and then some.
From launching a final-year “pretend company” to becoming an international workforce training innovation leader, Emad’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. What began as a class project in engineering has evolved into Bluedrop—now three divisions across two countries, employing hundreds of people...including @Bluedrop_ISM, an award-winning technology innovator transforming workforce upskilling and industry training delivery around the globe, from right here in St. John’s.
Emad isn’t just a leader—he’s a serial entrepreneur, sought-after global speaker, and strategic advisor to governments on how to thrive amid seismic shifts in work and economies. His accolades? Globe and Mail’s Top 40 under 40, a TIME magazine cover feature, a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, and Tim Hortons (secret) Titanium Elite customer status, to name but a few. All proof that his influence and impact has been unmistakable for decades.
Whether it’s inspiring innovation or cracking us up with self-deprecating insights, Emad stays true to his adopted Newfoundland roots, with a healthy dose of humor and humility. Please join us in celebrating this phenomenal milestone. If you have a favorite Emad moment, whether a clever line from a keynote or a personal anecdote, drop it below and let’s make him blush (in the best possible way).
Congratulations, Emad—here’s to many more years of innovation, laughter, and inspiration!
💙 Your Bluedropper family
Learn More about the award and Emad's journey here📲 https://t.co/a5cZhNY3zi
#MUN #MUNalumni @Bluedrop_BTSI #bluedropUSA #leader #innovator #bluedropper
Six years after supporting her brother at the NHL Draft, top 2025 Draft Prospect Abby Newhook has forged her own path and is ready to step into the world of professional hockey.
Read more on top prospect Newhook ➡️ https://t.co/Px4ZSmgRPJ
Ryan Greene's fan club has arrived in Montreal for his NHL debut. Cool to see some of his Boston University teammates make the trip on such a short turnaround. #Blackhawks
Celtics WIN!! We defeat the CBS Renegades in game 4 and advance to the Semi Finals and face the St Johns Caps. Hats off to the Renegades on a well fought series best of luck to there overagers!
🚀 We're Hiring: Team Lead – #InstructionalDesign to drive innovative learning solutions, lead a talented crew, and shape impactful training experiences for our clients. If you’re passionate about creating engaging, high-quality, learning programs, and are not afraid of having a little fun while you're at it, we want to hear from you!
📢 Learn more & apply today on our careers page: https://t.co/2ZturAo8j5
#Hiring #InstructionalDesign #eLearning #Leadership #CareerOpportunity
It is with a heavy heart to announce the passing of Brian Gibbons, a proud member of the HockeyNL Hall of Fame and a stellar defenseman. His legacy in hockey, both on and off the ice, will be remembered by everyone.
The Sportscraft Source For Sports player of the week is Patrick Quinlan of the Avalon Celtics! Quinlan's intense play helped the Celtics capture three victories this past weekend. The rookie scored 4 goals and added 2 assists during those games. Congrats Patrick!
🚛 Accelerating industry-wide skill development through innovative #trainingsolutions tailored for complex sectors such as #transportation. It's what we do. See how 📲 https://t.co/Rqgmr2cnFw
𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐝𝐨 𝐘𝐎𝐔 𝐟𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫? 💜
Watch as the Islanders share who they fight on Hockey Fights Cancer Night. Together we stand strong 💪
Let's fight together, Isles fans.
#hockeyfightscancer#Islesfight
🎉 Celebrating 20 Incredible Years with Melanie Oliver (Buckler)! 🎉
Today, we’re thrilled to recognize, celebrate, and thank Melanie for her incredible 20-year journey as a #Bluedropper! Over the years, Mel has worn many, many hats, including serving the unenviable position as emergency navigator for our Founder, CEO, and Sometimes-Frazzled Traveler Emad Rizkalla- all during the pre-smartphone era...Queue, the dream sequence music...
📽Picture this: Emad, quite lost in a random U.S. city, calling the Bluedrop main office line...Mel calmly pulling up MapQuest on her desktop, guiding him through rush hour traffic in real-time, like a scene ripped directly from Mission Impossible 1. We’re pretty sure she’s the sole reason he’s not still stranded in Penny Pot, New Jersey!
When asked for his thoughts, Mr. Rizkalla said "We've relied so much on Mel's capabilities and can-do spirit over the years. There was always a real peace in knowing she is handling any file, including my travel in those early days!—everyone knows she will own it, and will never miss a beat."
Mel is now an #eLearningsolutions developer on our Learning Services Team. Mel’s contributions to our products, our clients, and our growth as a company have been nothing short of extraordinary. Meg Sulpher notes "I still remember asking Mel, early on, if she knew how to use Lectora. In classic Mel fashion, she said, “No—but I’ll figure it out!" Ms. Sulpher added, "and she did figure it out. And, it's that determination, coupled with her commitment to delivering high-quality work, has been the hallmark of her career."
Mel, your ability to “figure it out and nail it” has been a cornerstone of our success with our eLearning solutions. Thank you for your dedication, adaptability, and unwavering drive to ensure excellence in everything we do.
Here’s to #20 amazing years—and to the many more ahead! We thank your for who you are and all you do!💙
#Bluedrop #WorkAnniversary #TeamCelebration #20YearsStrong
⛳️ Our dedicated #Bluedroppers were out in the rain yesterday with fellow supporters of the @edfnl at their annual golf tournament! 🌧️🏌️♂️ The weather couldn't dampen the passion or commitment shown by everyone who came together to support this crucial cause. We're proud to be part of a community that stands strong for #mentalhealth and #eatingdisorder awareness.
A huge thank you to all who made this event possible. Together, we're making a difference—one swing at a time! 💙 #GolfForGood #CommunitySupport #BluedropISM #MentalHealthMatters
At 101 years old, Mr. Wojciechowski is the oldest living NHL player ever! 🫡
Watch the full video narrated by Joe Thornton now on YouTube ➡️ https://t.co/aOpv7n07m4