John Payes

John Payes is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in leadership and business development across various sectors. Currently serving as a Board Member at The 5th Avenue Theatre since March 2022, John has held the position of Director at Microsoft since September 2007, alongside roles as a Senior Technical Evangelist and Senior Business Development Manager. Prior to Microsoft, John was the Director of Global Alliances at Nakisa from April 2005 to August 2007, and served as President of IAMCP Canada from December 2003 to August 2007. John's earlier experience includes the role of Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Dakis Decision Systems and Director of Business Development at Olameter Inc. John holds educational credentials from McGill University and Harvard University.