I believe that forging open and trusting relationships is the key to brand-building success. I have had the pleasure of creating such relationships throughout my career, leading client business for large scale Canadian brands across a variety of sectors. Transparency, timeliness, and candor are the foundation on which strong relationships, and great work, are built.
As for my name, it comes from New Zealand, is pronounced Nye-Oh, and is of Maori origin meaning "reflections on the water".
I am a results-driven senior leader with a proven track record in complex problem-solving and team building. Recognized for fostering senior client relationships, applying a results-oriented approach, and contributing to organizational bottom lines.
With both a production background and agency leadership experience, I bring a unique perspective to facing challenges through strategic vision and creative thinking. Bringing experience in managing multi-million dollar P&Ls, organizational change management and operational process excellence to organizations.
I am currently the SVP, Executive lead at Publicis Canada running the National Rogers Communications business. Previously serving as the National Managing Director at The&Partnership, overseeing key clients including TELUS, Government of Ontario, Purolator, and MARS. As a key member of the National Management Team, I was responsible for agency and team culture, client health, and revenue projection for account profitability.
Holding a Master's Certificate in Brand Communications from the Schulich School of Business & the ICA, I combine strategic thinking, being an articulate communicator, and passion for the industry to contribute to organizational success.
Senior leadership positions include:
S.V.P. Business Director: Publicis Canada (current)
National Managing Director: The&Partnership (Nov 2019 – Dec 2023)
V.P. Group Account Director: Leo Burnett (Mar 2012 - Nov 2019)
full resume available
If you’re looking for me outside of "the office", you might find me singing, a passion that has taken me to stages around the world, a Grammy nomination, and includes an upcoming performance at Carnegie Hall.
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