Connor J. W.

Connor J. Wilson has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Connor J. is currently the Founder in the 2022 Prime Stream at Creative Destruction Lab, a nonprofit organization that supports early-stage science and technology-based companies. In this role, they receive mentorship, fundraising opportunities, and advice on technology and business strategy.

Previously, Connor was the Founder and CEO of Pilot, an AI-powered social travel hub that allows users to discover and share experiences. Connor J. successfully built a customer base of over 17,000 travelers.

Connor J. also worked as an Advisor to the CEO at Paystone, Canada's largest non-bank payment processor, where they provided guidance on M&A, product, and growth strategy.

Connor has been involved with NEXT Canada, an entrepreneurial accelerator program, as both an Alumni Mentor and a Founder in the 2020 Cohort. Connor J. received mentorship from successful entrepreneurs, VC partners, and business leaders while being taught by esteemed faculty from top universities.

Before their entrepreneurial ventures, Connor was part of the founding team at NiceJob Inc, where they held the positions of Vice President of Growth and Director of Growth. This startup was later acquired by Paystone. Connor J. was responsible for driving business growth, and under their leadership, the company achieved significant revenue milestones.

During their early career, Connor co-founded and served as CEO of Rapture Events, an event marketing agency that worked with well-known brands and music festivals. Connor J. successfully expanded the company to 12 cities within its first year.

Connor also worked at Sonder Inc. as a Regional Manager, leading operations and achieving impressive revenue and profit margins. Connor J. had the responsibility of recruiting and managing a team.

Prior to their entrepreneurial endeavors, Connor gained experience as a Trainee Associate at Transamerica and as a Banquet Host and Server at The Pantry Restaurant at the Holiday Inn.

Throughout their career, Connor Wilson has demonstrated their entrepreneurial spirit, leadership abilities, and adaptability in various industries.

Connor J. Wilson has a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) degree in Entrepreneurship and Marketing from the UBC Sauder School of Business. Connor J. also attended Argyle Secondary School, although no additional information about their degree or field of study is provided.

In terms of additional certifications, Connor has completed various courses and exams. In January 2018, they obtained the Google Analytics Individual Qualification Exam. In September 2018, they completed the Google Analytics for Beginners and Google Analytics for Power Users courses. Additionally, in September 2018, they obtained the Advanced Google Analytics certification. In February 2018, they received the Hubspot Sales Certification. Finally, in October 2018, they completed all courses in the Facebook Blueprint program, and in March 2019, they obtained the Google Ads Fundamentals certification.