Jesse Abrams

Jesse Abrams has had a diverse range of work experiences throughout their career. In 2018, they co-founded and became the CEO of Homewise, a national consumer homeownership platform that uses data intelligence to match clients with their best mortgage options. They also provide real estate solutions and partnerships to streamline the process for home buyers.

In 2020, Jesse joined Leap as an advisor. LeapGrad is a student-focused recruiting and professional networking platform aimed at transforming the job market for the next generation.

From 2016 to 2020, Jesse co-founded and led Serving for Sinai, a charitable fundraiser that organized a "Battle of the Business" volleyball tournament to support the Lunenfeld-Tanenbaum Research Institute.

From 2012 to 2018, Jesse served as an Executive Board Member for Reena, focusing on developmental disability inclusion programs.

In 2016, Jesse joined Beyond Marketing Group as a partner and Vice President of Client Services and Digital. Beyond Marketing Group merged with Engagement Labs Services and provided data-driven insights, creative solutions, social engagements, and experiences for their clients.

From 2015 to 2016, Jesse held the position of Director of Client Services at Engagement Labs, overseeing creative, social media, and analytics campaigns for clients such as Google, RBC, and NBA.

In 2010, Jesse co-founded the Joel Schwartz Memorial Hockey Tournament, raising over $1 million for the Reena Foundation and their inclusion programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.

Before that, Jesse worked at General Mills from 2011 to 2015, leading the entire digital business for General Mills Canada and strategizing the online corporate program "Life Made Delicious."

Beginning in 2009, Jesse worked at Proximity Canada, where they served as a Digital Account Executive and worked on various accounts and projects, including Mars, Campbell's, Wrigley's, and Diageo. Jesse played a key role in successful campaigns and also contributed to internal projects and optimizations of the Proximity Canada website and Youtube brand channel.

Jesse Abrams attended McGill University from 2005 to 2009. Jesse earned a Bachelor of Commerce in the Faculty of Management with a specialization in Marketing.