Experience

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  Banko Creative Studio

  • Canada
  • Advertising Services
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Partner & CEO

    • Jan 2022 - Present

    Banko Creative Studio is an independent creative agency that creates content and tells stories for clients across North America. We create brands you can feel—helping our clients connect with their audience in meaningful and impactful ways.• Understand clients' goals, challenges, and objectives to provide tailored creative solutions that meet and exceed their expectations.• Oversee daily operations and client portfolio, ensuring exceptional service and client satisfaction. • Manage business development efforts, generating high-quality leads and crafting responses to RFPs. • Foster a culture of collaboration and inclusivity, promoting a positive working environment that not only engages and develops our talented team but also translates into creative, innovative solutions for our clients.

  • Partner & Managing Director

    • Mar 2019 - Jan 2022

  • Managing Director

    • Apr 2018 - Mar 2019

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  Cundari

  • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

  • Account Supervisor

    • Dec 2016 - Apr 2018
    • Toronto, Ontario, Canada

    Cundari is an independent agency, delivering innovative and creative solutions rooted in customer centricity. Clients: The Rec Room (Cineplex), Yellow Tail Wines, Santa Margherita Wines, Canada Bread, Maple Leaf Foods, Fix Auto, Speedy Auto.• Lead cross-functional project teams consisting of strategy, creative, media and production.• Oversee end-to-end development of broadcast, print, digital and experiential campaigns from idea to execution, providing high-quality deliverables that meet client objectives and drive business results.• Manage account administration including development of project schedules, allocation of resources and budgets to complete projects on time and within scope.• Support leadership team on RFPs and new business initiatives.

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  Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra

  • Hamilton, Ontario

  • Marketing and Development Manager

    • Jan 2015 - Dec 2016
    • Hamilton, Ontario

    Founded in 1884, the Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra (HPO) is a leader in Hamilton’s robust arts community where it provides professional orchestral services and music education programs.• Lead marketing, press, and promotional activities to build brand awareness and increase revenue through ticket sales and fundraising.• Create and manage compelling online content across the HPO’s website and social media platforms to engage and inform target audiences.• Cultivate and maintain strategic partnerships to expand the HPO’s reach and enhance its reputation.• Contribute to strategic planning and annual budgeting processes to ensure alignment with business objectives and growth targets.

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  Leo Burnett

  • Toronto, Ontario

  • Account Executive

    • Feb 2013 - Jan 2015
    • Toronto, Ontario

    As one of the world’s top advertising agencies, Leo Burnett specializes in creating emotionally resonant and culturally relevant campaigns across industries.Client: IKEA Canada• Collaborate with agency teams, clients, and media partners to develop and deliver effective marketing solutions for IKEA Canada.• Lead end-to-end execution of bilingual print and digital projects, while supporting experiential and broadcast projects, ensuring they meet client objectives and brand guidelines.• Provide exceptional client service and project management, overseeing schedules, status meetings, and review and approval processes to deliver high-quality work on time and within budget.