Branding/ Content/ Social Media/ Video/ Website
 

Founder & Strategist to apply skills in corporate and internal communications, event management, partner marketing initiatives. Keen to Connect with Industry leaders & Startups that need help Consolidating their market research & longterm marketing initiatives.

Strategic problem solver, Events producer, Brand(s) Creator, Natural leader and Skilled mediator who excels at bringing out the best in all associates. Willing to relocate to: Alberta - Montréal, QC - British Columbia

Work Experience

Founder and CEO- Canada Recruitment Nexus - Vancouver, BC

February 2024 to Present

Founder & CEO, Canada Recruitment Nexus www.canadarecruitmentnexus.com

As the Founder of Canada Recruitment Nexus, I spearhead the strategic direction and operations of a dynamic recruitment firm specializing in connecting top talent with leading companies in Tech, Digital Marketing, Cybersecurity, Business services + more. Leveraging over 10 years of experience in talent acquisition and leadership, I have established and cultivated an organization dedicated to providing innovative recruitment and outsourcing solutions tailored to the needs of our clients and candidates.

Achievements:

• Successfully launched Canada Recruitment Nexus, positioning the company as a disruptive force inthe industry.
• Developed and implemented a compelling brand identity and market positioning, garnering attentionand recognition.
• Established robust operational frameworks, ensuring seamless execution of recruitment processes.
• Implemented agile strategies to navigate challenges and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
• Cultivated strategic partnerships, laying the foundation for future collaborations and market expansion.

Marketing Manager- Plurilock (Cybersecurity) - British Columbia

July 2022 to July 2023

Summary: As a Marketing Manager and Producer at Plurilock Security Inc., I have successfully managed marketing initiatives for five different companies, including Parent Company Plurilock Security Inc. I have experience in channel-partner marketing, event management, developing reseller programs, and finding and budgeting MDF with partner companies. I am familiar with media outlets and blogs that focus on technology, and I have the ability to push back, work under pressure and meet deadlines. Skills:

• Corporate and internal communications
• Event management
• Partner marketing initiatives
• MDF strategy
• Reseller programs
• Cross-Selling
• Cyber Insurance Proposals
• Channel-partner marketing
• Social media marketing strategy
• Influencer marketing
• Vendor partner marketing
• VAR marketing
• Analyst relations
• Press releases and investor relations strategy
• Content management
• Copywriting/editing
• Video editing and messaging
• Campaign strategy and development
• Canadian and U.S. federal, gov., and state level marketing
• Ability to work on sensitive issues with diverse groups• Interpersonal and influencing skills Professional Experience:
• Managed marketing initiatives for five different companies, including Parent Company PlurilockSecurity Inc.
• Led channel-partner marketing for Fortinet, Tenable, Cisco, Broadcom, Lenovo, Gartner, BeyondTrust, Klas, IGEL, and Secure Network Technologies + more
• Developed C-level social media and content strategy, lead generation, and influencer marketing.
• Managed vendor partner marketing, VAR marketing, and analyst relations with publications on SaaSreview websites.
• Drafted, edited, proofread, and distributed announcements, memos, articles, blog posts, pressreleases, and social media posts.
• Coordinated and supported large-scale, high-profile events involving multiple stakeholders andregions, including expos, hackathons, and Virtual and in-person conferences.
• Designed, created, and managed digital platforms and collaboration/project management tools.
• Created high-quality presentations for internal or external use, recorded, edited, and distributed shortvideos for internal use.
• Managed MDF strategy (Marketing Designated Funds) and developed reseller programs.

Manager of Creative Strategy CyberXLTR - Toronto, ON

January 2021 to May 2022

• Rebranding: www.cyberxltr.com
• Managed Complete overhaul of cyberxltr.com

Cybersecurity Content Developer

Working closely with automotive software engineers to develop holistic content that aligns with company products + services Demonstrate Industry awareness and expertise through content

Develop and Enable new digital content and outreach for company using tools such as ContentScaler/ social media to attract & strengthen engagement with target audience

Monitor market trends & analyze consumer markets activities to identify opportunities

Liaise with internal teams to ensure that client deliverables are met

Help design + Optimize Company Website

• Corporate Virtual - Conference (Planning + Production)

Set - up correspondence with all Keynote speakers, Panelists, Moderators and Sponsors to record all Virtual Conference recordings.

• Content Development + Production

Developed Graphics, Promotional Images, Banners, Sliders, eBooks. An Evolving Cybersecurity Marketing Strategy Responsible for:

Localized Content Creation and Cross Promotion

Creation & Nurturing of strategic Corporate relationships

Growth of Company Followers/ Subscribers/ Connections

A recognized Digital Community for Automotive Cybersecurity SMEs

Maintain Consistent Corporate Branding Practices Streamline communications between Marketing & Sales link to eBook, researched and developed by myself + Illustrator: https://drive.google.com/file/ d/1JZp5lVsBKHYtkwEv6xFOEFK26uv9d3om/view?usp=sharing

• Content Marketing Manager

Responsible for Creation and implementation of Content Calendar

Social Media engagement with Adjacent Companies and Startups

Organic growth of Social Media pages i.e. Twitter & LinkedIn Company Page

• Live Web - Show Producer

Recorded and edited "IICIE Insights" found on cyberxltr.com

IICIE insights is a web series where Industry leaders in Cybersecurity,

Operational Mgmt, Branding, Human - Centric design, Innovation & Mobility, come together to discuss their Journeys. • Video Editing

Responsible for all in-house video editing

• Strategic Partnerships Email Correspondence and Social media messaging with key Strategic Partnersand Community Leaders. Created Statements of Work, Partnership Proposals.
• Persona Development

Developed Industry Personas with help from Software Engineers and sales

Team to conjure Holistic marketing Campaigns

Guide Persona development/ Ideal Client development, Content Campaigns & Marketing Collateral

• Lead Generation + Sales Funnels

Generated leads and Sales Funnels by designing Landing Pages & Email Marketing Campaigns.

• Google Analytics

Well Versed in Google Analytics to track and measure Landing Page

Conversions

• Google Ad words
• Avid Researcher

I am Constantly researching my field of expertise and looking for New and Exciting ways to Engage with Primary & Peripheral Networks

Marketing Strategist/ Business Development CyberXLTR - Toronto, ON

February 2020 to December 2020

• Website Development
• Content Development
• Google Analytics
• Content Writing
• Rebranding
• Demos
• Editor

Sales Specialist Webware.io - Toronto, ON

October 2019 to January 2020

SaaS Sales Consultant

Founder of Safe as Fuck Events/ Records

Safe As Fuck - Vancouver, BC

April 2013 to January 2020

Events & Record Label

Residence: Vancouver, Montreal, Toronto, Kelowna Producer & Stage Director:

• Led event production and stage direction at Safe as Fuck (SAF), collaborating closely with animatorsand graphic designers to create immersive experiences.

Video Editor:

• Captured and crafted compelling visuals for SAF events and projects, ensuring each video reflects theessence of the music and atmosphere.

Budgeting Expert:

• Managed budgets for events and artist bookings, ensuring financial efficiency while deliveringmemorable experiences.

Ticket Sales & Payment Collection:

• Sold tickets for 400-patron events and managed various forms of payment, enhancing guestexperiences.

Effective Time Management:

• Delegated transportation for hired artists, including airport pickups and drop-offs, showcasing effectivetime management skills.

Event Decoration & Coordination:

• Contributed to event decoration and coordination as part of a 10-person team, ensuring every detailaligns with the overall vision.

Copywriting & Social Media:

• Served as an ongoing copywriter for SAF's Facebook page, crafting engaging content to buildcommunity engagement.

Audio Engineering & Music Production:

• Produced original documentaries and artist pages, utilizing audio engineering skills to createcaptivating soundscapes.

Location Scouting:

• Scouted locations for events, ensuring each venue complements the music and ambiance desired.

Website Development & Maintenance:

• Played a key role in developing and maintaining the SAF website, ensuring its functionality and userexperience met the needs of our audience. Implemented updates and improvements as necessary to keep the website current and engaging.

My last three events included artists like DJ Beer, So Sus, [bsd.u], The Willisist, Petal Metal, and a horde of other DJs and Producers that cover Mainstream to Underground cultures. My more recent Video projects which can be found here: https://www.instagram.com/omi.haque/

will be shown in various galleries in Palm Springs, California and includes collaboration with Boutique Fashion designers that have much weight in the Fashion Industry.

Recent Recognition:

• Featured in a Kelowna Capital News article for efforts to fill the gap in the local music scene. coveredby Kelowna Capital News: https://www.kelownacapnews.com/entertainment/kelowna-dis-organize-ownshows-to-fill-gap-in-music-scene/
• Additionally, I have co-written and produced a documentary showcasing the essence of BC'sunderground and mainstream music scenes in collaboration with BBno$ as producer and director. STUND, BBno$, So Sus, and a few other notable names are featured in the film prior to their recent successes, the documentary captures the raw energy and diversity of the local music landscape. This project was particularly impactful, considering BBno$'s explosive start from China and YouTube, demonstrating the foresight and creativity of our collaborative efforts. The piece was developed for a documentary prompt for UBC and was green lit to enter film festivals, however, we (I) kept it out of the limelight.

Link   to     content      portfolio    including    documentary: https://drive.google.com/drive/ folders/1s6DE5LUNvP2I7BR-NgjgA2uGewcNZkCw?usp=sharing

Guest Services Representative

Comfort Inn by Choice Hotels - Ontario

August 2019 to October 2019

Guest services at the Comfort inn

Marketing Strategist/ Videographer/ Video Editor

GRANDI ATELIER VAVCOUVER (Designer Womens' Boutique Company) - Vancouver, BC May 2019 to August 2019

Video Editing Gigs

& Marketing strategist ( Ad campaigns, target demographic researcher + more)

Link to Video that I recorded & Edited For Italian Day Fashion Show : https://drive.google.com/file/ d/1BxxrohxhiAceR45UTGI7SnVz2e_tQzuR/view?usp=sharing

Video editor The International Training Institute Of Health / ITIOH - Kelowna, BC

October 2017 to March 2019

Primary video editor for you tube page (Doc of Detox)

• Copy writer: composed relevant copy for natural health products
• Webinar producer: Primary broadcasting/ Streaming person
• Location scouting: Filming commercials and promos for natural health products
• Primary on site audio person

Co - researcher- University of British Columbia Okanagan - Kelowna, BC

September 2017 to January 2018

• Data Collection
• Survey development for UBC and Students Union
• Interviewed various student led bodies on campus

Sales Associate Upstat Marketing (Telus) - Kelowna, BC

May 2017 to August 2017

• Sales associate for Telus via Up stat Marketing ( Most consistent sales on team)
• Door to door sales experience
• Lobby events
• Mall events

Promoter- Footwerk Events - Kelowna, BC

October 2015 to June 2017

• Ticket sales associate
• Resident DJ

Executive Refrakt Media (UBC)

October 2015 to April 2017

Event coordinator

Sales associate

TELUS Communications - Vancouver, BC October 2014 to June 2015 for Telus in Vancouver

• Door to door sales experience
• Lobby events
• Mall events

Intern

Southeast Bank Limited - Dhaka, BD August 2013 to September 2013 at Southeast Bank Limited ( Bangladesh )

Worked as an intern at the principle branch of Southeast Bank Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Gathered information about key components/employees and their functions in the bank and assisted them with their tasks.

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology

University of British Columbia Okanagan

September 2010 to June 2016

Skills

• Google Analytics
• Marketing
• Digital Marketing
• Branding
• Content Development (6 years)
• Content Marketing (3 years)
• Content Writing (3 years)
• SEO
• Blogging
• Content creation
• Copywriting
• Social media marketing
• Content strategy
• PPC Campaign Management
• Email marketing
• Public relations
• Marketing management
• Event planning
• Social media management
• Photography
• Analytics
• Video Production
• SaaS
• Video Editing
• Market Research
• Filming
• Computer Networking
• Advertising (2 years)
• Web Development
• Web Design
• Google AdWords
• Bengali
• Arabic
• Data Collection
• Hindi
• WordPress
• Content Management
• Events Management
• Business Analysis