Laura Kirbyson
Expert Records Manager, Historical Researcher, Writer
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Experiencia laboral
Historical and Genealogical Research
2508056 Alberta Inc. • Trabajador autónomo
Apr 2002 - Present • 24 yrs 5 mos
For more than twenty years, I have provided historical and genealogical research, analysis, and reporting to a variety of clients, including individuals and government entities at various levels. I've used many online and physical genealogy resources and visited archives in Canada and England, as well as the Family History Centre in Salt Lake City, Utah. I have extensive experience with a range of archival and historical resources.
Self-Employed
Trabajador autónomo • 48 yrs 10 mos
Report Writing
Apr 2002 - Present • 24 yrs 5 mos
I've written dozens of historical reports about individuals, families, communities and historical events. These were prepared professionally for clients and I follow the Chicago Manual of Style. regarding source citations. Reports include published articles. They can be as short as a couple of pages and could go up to over 100 pages if required.
Records Management
Apr 2002 - Present • 24 yrs 5 mos
Professional Records Management & Archival Solutions Are you overwhelmed by disorganized digital files or a mountain of historical paper records? With over 20 years of experience managing complex data collections, I provide expert records management and archival services tailored to your specific needs. I specialize in transforming chaotic information into structured, searchable, and audit-ready assets. Services I Offer Records Inventory & Auditing: I will appraise, organize, and catalog your collections to ensure long-term usability. Database Design & Management: Expert at building and maintaining databases for large-scale collections (from thousands to 120,000+ records). Digital Preservation & Metadata: I develop custom metadata standards and taxonomies to make your digital files easily discoverable. SOP & Workflow Development: I create clear Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and documentation for consistent data management. Litigation & Research Support: High-level document discovery, content summaries, and factual analysis for legal or corporate requirements. Historical & Genealogical Research: Specialized skills in interpreting difficult historical documents, including basic Cree and French. Why Hire Me? Proven Expertise: Managed the largest archival litigation collection in Canada at its time. Precision Focused: Deep background in archival appraisal, QA, and data fidelity. Regulatory Knowledge: Experienced in FOIP requests and compliance with federal/provincial legislation. Versatile: From corporate real estate records to municipal library boards, I adapt to any industry. I am dedicated to ensuring your records are preserved with the highest level of context awareness and subject-matter expertise