Experience

Nfinite

• United States
• Technology, Information and Internet
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Director of Business Development

  • Oct 2023 - Present

  Nfinite is the leading visual merchandising solution for e-commerce with over $120M of capital raised to date. Using a combination of CGI and 3D modelling, powered by Machine Learning and trained 3D modellers, Nfinite replaces expensive photoshoots with real-life quality, virtualized imagery with infinite possibilities. Nfinite is the leading visual merchandising solution for e-commerce with over $120M of capital raised to date. Using a combination of CGI and 3D modelling, powered by Machine Learning and trained 3D modellers, Nfinite replaces expensive photoshoots with real-life quality, virtualized imagery with infinite possibilities.



AmpersandSmith

• Canada
• Technology, Information and Internet

• President

  • Jan 2016 - Present

  Leading business development consulting services for high-tech and entertainment firms. Services including building platforms that drive revenue, establishing high-profile visibility, solidifying market presence and securing positioning. Lead generation and content development specialist. Key Accomplishments: • Secured contracts valued at ~ $10 million for clients in USA and Canada • Accelerated business development and sales results through navigating complex sales cycles with… Show more Leading business development consulting services for high-tech and entertainment firms. Services including building platforms that drive revenue, establishing high-profile visibility, solidifying market presence and securing positioning. Lead generation and content development specialist. Key Accomplishments: • Secured contracts valued at ~ $10 million for clients in USA and Canada • Accelerated business development and sales results through navigating complex sales cycles with Fortune 500 brands • Intellectual Property sales targeting C-Suite buyer profiles • Developed and executed go-to-market and sales strategies for high-growth firms including FINDMINE (NYC), Yulio (Toronto), VirtualArmour (Denver), ReelAxis (San Diego), and Tilt9 (Vancouver) • Acted as a brand spokesperson for clients appearing on FOX Business News, Globe & Mail and at major trade events including the Consumer Electronics Show (Las Vegas) Show less Leading business development consulting services for high-tech and entertainment firms. Services including building platforms that drive revenue, establishing high-profile visibility, solidifying market presence and securing positioning. Lead generation and content development specialist. Key Accomplishments: • Secured contracts valued at ~ $10 million for clients in USA and Canada • Accelerated business development and sales results through navigating complex sales cycles with… Show more Leading business development consulting services for high-tech and entertainment firms. Services including building platforms that drive revenue, establishing high-profile visibility, solidifying market presence and securing positioning. Lead generation and content development specialist. Key Accomplishments: • Secured contracts valued at ~ $10 million for clients in USA and Canada • Accelerated business development and sales results through navigating complex sales cycles with Fortune 500 brands • Intellectual Property sales targeting C-Suite buyer profiles • Developed and executed go-to-market and sales strategies for high-growth firms including FINDMINE (NYC), Yulio (Toronto), VirtualArmour (Denver), ReelAxis (San Diego), and Tilt9 (Vancouver) • Acted as a brand spokesperson for clients appearing on FOX Business News, Globe & Mail and at major trade events including the Consumer Electronics Show (Las Vegas) Show less



dmg events

• United Arab Emirates
• Events Services
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Commercial Director

  • Jan 2023 - Oct 2023

  Overseeing the commercial activities of a portfolio of major international trade events, including the largest event of its kind in North America, the Global Energy Show & Conference. GES is a cornerstone event of the global energy industry and has taken place in Calgary for nearly sixty years. Overseeing the commercial activities of a portfolio of major international trade events, including the largest event of its kind in North America, the Global Energy Show & Conference. GES is a cornerstone event of the global energy industry and has taken place in Calgary for nearly sixty years.



Cognetivity Neurosciences Ltd

• United Kingdom
• Health, Wellness & Fitness
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President Of Business Development

  • Dec 2021 - Nov 2022

  Cognetivity Neurosciences has developed the most advanced AI platform for the early detection of cognitive impairment, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. Our 5-minute test is called CognICA and now has FDA clearance as a Class II Medical Device in the United States. CognICA offers significant benefits over current clinical testing methods. It can be completed in under five minutes, carries no learning bias, and provides accurate brain health assessments long before symptoms of impairment… Show more Cognetivity Neurosciences has developed the most advanced AI platform for the early detection of cognitive impairment, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. Our 5-minute test is called CognICA and now has FDA clearance as a Class II Medical Device in the United States. CognICA offers significant benefits over current clinical testing methods. It can be completed in under five minutes, carries no learning bias, and provides accurate brain health assessments long before symptoms of impairment arise. In addition, CognICA is easy to administer and is qualified for reimbursement. Cognetivity aims to be a catalyst in delivering billions in healthcare savings and, most importantly, improving the lives of millions. Show less Cognetivity Neurosciences has developed the most advanced AI platform for the early detection of cognitive impairment, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. Our 5-minute test is called CognICA and now has FDA clearance as a Class II Medical Device in the United States. CognICA offers significant benefits over current clinical testing methods. It can be completed in under five minutes, carries no learning bias, and provides accurate brain health assessments long before symptoms of impairment… Show more Cognetivity Neurosciences has developed the most advanced AI platform for the early detection of cognitive impairment, dementia, and Alzheimer's disease. Our 5-minute test is called CognICA and now has FDA clearance as a Class II Medical Device in the United States. CognICA offers significant benefits over current clinical testing methods. It can be completed in under five minutes, carries no learning bias, and provides accurate brain health assessments long before symptoms of impairment arise. In addition, CognICA is easy to administer and is qualified for reimbursement. Cognetivity aims to be a catalyst in delivering billions in healthcare savings and, most importantly, improving the lives of millions. Show less



Yooma Wellness Inc.

• Canada
• Advertising Services

• Vice President Sales & Marketing

  • Dec 2018 - Dec 2021

  ACQUIRED Socati is the most advanced producer of broad spectrum hemp extracts with non-detectable THC. Purpose built for CBD infused products at global manufacturing scale, we combine expertise in seed genetics, proprietary extraction techniques and the most efficient purification systems available today. By integrating the entire supply chain, Socati is your partner in delivering to one of the most lucrative new product categories in history - non-psychoactive cannabinoid infusion. ACQUIRED Socati is the most advanced producer of broad spectrum hemp extracts with non-detectable THC. Purpose built for CBD infused products at global manufacturing scale, we combine expertise in seed genetics, proprietary extraction techniques and the most efficient purification systems available today. By integrating the entire supply chain, Socati is your partner in delivering to one of the most lucrative new product categories in history - non-psychoactive cannabinoid infusion.



Lucrative - AI

• United States
• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Senior Director Business Development

  • Feb 2016 - Aug 2017

  ACQUIRED. Generated rapid market access for new eCommerce and website optimization products for Sentient, the global leader in artificial intelligence for online retail and pioneer in distributed artificial intelligence ($174 million USD funded start-up). Key Accomplishments: • Championed sales, business development, and customer success strategies; devised go-to-market strategies for two new e-commerce and web optimization products that solidified positioning as the leading… Show more ACQUIRED. Generated rapid market access for new eCommerce and website optimization products for Sentient, the global leader in artificial intelligence for online retail and pioneer in distributed artificial intelligence ($174 million USD funded start-up). Key Accomplishments: • Championed sales, business development, and customer success strategies; devised go-to-market strategies for two new e-commerce and web optimization products that solidified positioning as the leading artificial intelligence system for global retailers • Landed integration contracts with retail leaders, sales success helped lead to eventual exit through acquisition by Evolve.ai Show less ACQUIRED. Generated rapid market access for new eCommerce and website optimization products for Sentient, the global leader in artificial intelligence for online retail and pioneer in distributed artificial intelligence ($174 million USD funded start-up). Key Accomplishments: • Championed sales, business development, and customer success strategies; devised go-to-market strategies for two new e-commerce and web optimization products that solidified positioning as the leading… Show more ACQUIRED. Generated rapid market access for new eCommerce and website optimization products for Sentient, the global leader in artificial intelligence for online retail and pioneer in distributed artificial intelligence ($174 million USD funded start-up). Key Accomplishments: • Championed sales, business development, and customer success strategies; devised go-to-market strategies for two new e-commerce and web optimization products that solidified positioning as the leading artificial intelligence system for global retailers • Landed integration contracts with retail leaders, sales success helped lead to eventual exit through acquisition by Evolve.ai Show less



Slyce

• Mobile Computing Software Products

• Head Of Business Development

  • Dec 2012 - Jan 2016

  ACQUIRED Led business development efforts that took Slyce to Global #1 visual search firm offering B2B SaaS integration to major retailers. Developed the initial go-to-market strategy targeting the global retail sector with a nascent technology product. Offices in North America, Israel and United Kingdom. Key Accomplishments: • Took Slyce from $0 revenue to $10+ million in SaaS contracts in under 18 months • Devised initial sales strategy targeting the global retail… Show more ACQUIRED Led business development efforts that took Slyce to Global #1 visual search firm offering B2B SaaS integration to major retailers. Developed the initial go-to-market strategy targeting the global retail sector with a nascent technology product. Offices in North America, Israel and United Kingdom. Key Accomplishments: • Took Slyce from $0 revenue to $10+ million in SaaS contracts in under 18 months • Devised initial sales strategy targeting the global retail sector; within 2 years secured 20 major retail clients, including Home Depot, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, and Urban Outfitters • In the highly competitive technology market, participated in identifying and completing four acquisitions of technology firms (Pounce, SnipSnap, Hovr, Drivetrain) • Participated in developing finance narrative and investment presentations which contributed to attracting nearly $50 million in investments and a TSX Venture Exchange listing • Collaborated with R&D to support the development of market-leading products Show less ACQUIRED Led business development efforts that took Slyce to Global #1 visual search firm offering B2B SaaS integration to major retailers. Developed the initial go-to-market strategy targeting the global retail sector with a nascent technology product. Offices in North America, Israel and United Kingdom. Key Accomplishments: • Took Slyce from $0 revenue to $10+ million in SaaS contracts in under 18 months • Devised initial sales strategy targeting the global retail… Show more ACQUIRED Led business development efforts that took Slyce to Global #1 visual search firm offering B2B SaaS integration to major retailers. Developed the initial go-to-market strategy targeting the global retail sector with a nascent technology product. Offices in North America, Israel and United Kingdom. Key Accomplishments: • Took Slyce from $0 revenue to $10+ million in SaaS contracts in under 18 months • Devised initial sales strategy targeting the global retail sector; within 2 years secured 20 major retail clients, including Home Depot, Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, and Urban Outfitters • In the highly competitive technology market, participated in identifying and completing four acquisitions of technology firms (Pounce, SnipSnap, Hovr, Drivetrain) • Participated in developing finance narrative and investment presentations which contributed to attracting nearly $50 million in investments and a TSX Venture Exchange listing • Collaborated with R&D to support the development of market-leading products Show less



dmg events

• United Arab Emirates
• Events Services
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Senior Account Manager

  • Dec 2009 - Dec 2012

  As Senior Account Manager, I was responsible for the management of major accounts investing in Global Energy Career Expo, Oil Sands Trade Show & Conference and the world's largest energy event, Global Petroleum Show. In addition to account management duties, this role afforded me the opportunity to be directly involved in the creation and implementation of sophisticated event plans, including the highly successful launch of Global Energy Career Expo. As Senior Account Manager, I was responsible for the management of major accounts investing in Global Energy Career Expo, Oil Sands Trade Show & Conference and the world's largest energy event, Global Petroleum Show. In addition to account management duties, this role afforded me the opportunity to be directly involved in the creation and implementation of sophisticated event plans, including the highly successful launch of Global Energy Career Expo.



JKS Consulting

• Calgary, Canada Area

• Consultant

  • May 2002 - Dec 2009

  Management Consultant focused on sales and business development for clients such as Benjamin Moore, GMC Motors, Rogers AT&T and Parks Canada. Developed strategies and recommendations for implementing innovative business development and marketing processes that yielded positive results in both the short and long-term. Management Consultant focused on sales and business development for clients such as Benjamin Moore, GMC Motors, Rogers AT&T and Parks Canada. Developed strategies and recommendations for implementing innovative business development and marketing processes that yielded positive results in both the short and long-term.



CIM | Canadian Institute of Mining, Metallurgy and Petroleum

• Canada
• Mining
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Account Executive - Journal of Canadian Petroleum Technology

  • Dec 1997 - Aug 2000

  • Responsible for advertising sales in the monthly editions of the JCPT which is subscribed to by engineering professionals in the Canadian energy industry. • As the lone Account Executive for the publication, increased revenue by 263% • Consulted on layout and design, championing a revamped look that brought the publications image quality in-line with current trends. • Responsible for advertising sales in the monthly editions of the JCPT which is subscribed to by engineering professionals in the Canadian energy industry. • As the lone Account Executive for the publication, increased revenue by 263% • Consulted on layout and design, championing a revamped look that brought the publications image quality in-line with current trends.