Brand Manager, Lifestyle (Hgtv Canada, Slice Network)
Current• Led the launch and development strategies of new television brands, including naming, brand identity, and comprehensive roll-out plans to drive awareness and position them as premier destinations in the home, food, and lifestyle spaces• Led cross-functional team to achieve channel viewership and revenue targets• Managed multi-channel advertising strategies, including digital, broadcast, radio, outdoor, contra and cross-promotional initiatives• Collaborated with in-house media, social, and creative agencies to brief, plan and execute integrated marketing campaigns• Collaborated with the sales team to enhance client advertising campaigns through strategic marketing sponsorship extensions, leading to optimized media buys• Conceptualized and implemented client sponsored event activations that significantly enhanced fan experience and engagement• Managed brand-sponsored events and trade shows, successfully leading negotiations for annual contract renewals to secure optimal terms and enhance partnership value