Stuart Karol

Stuart Karol has gained extensive work experience in various industries. Stuart currently serves as the Director of Growth at WJ Agency, where they are responsible for overseeing the growth of existing and new client revenue through strategic business development activities and managing marketing initiatives. Before this, Stuart was the Director of Client Services at the same agency, leading the marketing team and ensuring exceptional results for clients. Prior to their director roles, they worked as the Marketing & Business Development Manager at WJ Agency, where they developed and managed the marketing strategy and improved sales processes. Stuart has also held positions at Susgrainable Health Foods Inc. as Co-Founder & CFO, District Ventures Accelerator as an Account Manager, Athletic Venture Advisors as an Advisor, ACE Applied Cognitive Engineering Ltd. as the North American Marketing Manager, entrepreneurship at UBC as a Business Development Consultant, Big Rock Brewery as the National Social Media Specialist, Famoso Inc. as the Marketing & Social Media Coordinator, Service Inspired Restaurants (SIR Corp.) as the Marketing & Events Manager at Jack Astor’s Calgary, and Best Buy as a Mobile Specialist. Throughout their career, Stuart has demonstrated their expertise in marketing, business development, and client services.

Stuart Karol completed their Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Innovation & Entrepreneurship from The University of British Columbia, from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Business Administration (Marketing) and a Bachelor of Applied Business & Entrepreneurship from Mount Royal University, between 2008 and 2012. In addition to their formal education, Stuart also holds certifications in Multi-Sport Training from the National Coaching Certification Program and Prud'homme Level 1 Beer Certification from Thirst For Knowledge. The specific months and years of obtaining these certifications are not provided.