Profile
This is me
At the core of my work lies a deep focus on design and human insights. As a passionate creative director, I firmly believe that every brand possesses a compelling story waiting to be told. By uncovering the authentic human truth embedded within the business challenges, we can forge genuine connections with our audiences, fostering a profound and lasting sense of brand loyalty.
As the founder and CCO of a success lifestyle brand with 10+ years in business, I draw from my extensive entrepreneurial background.
I approach business challenges and client needs with a fresh and innovative mindset, combining creative thinking, strategic planning, and data analysis. I use these tools to create compelling brand experiences that resonate with audiences across different platforms. After all, we are in the business of relationships both with our clients and our consumers. Wether it’s a digital campaign or a physical product, my focus is always on the user experience.
One of my greatest joys is assembling dynamic teams and spearheading the creative process. I am known for my compassionate, spirited, and pragmatic leadership style.
With a proven track record of overseeing accounts spanning a wide range of budgets, from multimillion-dollar endeavours to more modest ventures. I have consistently excelled in managing diverse projects, ensuring their flawless execution from start to finish.
Expertise
Brand Transformation / Product, Package & Web Design / UX / Motion / Social Content
Experience
2022 - 2023
CD
VMLY&R NYC
Oversaw the creative product
and creative team
Client: British American Tobacco (BAT).
Brands: Natural American Spirit, Velo and Camel SNUS.
Budget $12M
2017-2018
ACD
Rain43
Oversaw the creative product and creative team
Clients: Freedom Mobile,
Ministry of Energy, Constellations Brands, Toyota
2012 - Present
CCO
Norquay Co.
Founder of lifestyle brand norquayco.com
2012 - 2017
ACD
Freelance
Agencies: Publicis, Ogilvy, Cossette, Lg2, McLaren McCann, Taxi, KBS+, Gravity, Mirum Agency
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Clients: Snuggle, Tylenol, Buick, MasterCard Priceless, HP, Hendricks Gin, Goodwrench, Bayer Crop Science, Triscuits, Thinsations, AMEX, J.P Wisers, Absolut Vodka, Nestea,
Simply Orange
2018-2022
ACD
Freelance
Agencies: Juniper Park, Taxi, Theo, Loblaws Companies Ltd.
2010 - 2012
Sr. AD
DDB
Clients: Becel Proactiv, Lipton Tea, Breyers, Toronto Crime Stoppers, Wonderbra, CapitalOne, Sick Kids Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society, FedEx, Aeroplan, Telus, Subaru, Esso
Tools
Photoshop
Keynote & Powerpoint
Illustrator
XD & Figma
InDesign