Sales

Jana Ramesh, a proud Laurier BBA graduate, has been with Salesforce for nearly a decade. Charting a path from intern to sales development, then to Account Executive, where she worked closely with healthcare organizations to innovate with Salesforce to improve the patient experience and empower healthcare providers with cutting-edge technology. Her passion for solving complex challenges and delivering meaningful impact led her to a leadership role, where she now guides a team of Account Executives to drive customer engagement, exceed targets, and foster a culture of growth, collaboration, and fun. Jana is a firm believer in the transformative power of AI in sales and business. She actively champions AI-driven solutions that enhance productivity, improve decision-making, and elevate customer engagement—while ensuring technology remains a tool for empowerment, not replacement. Beyond her professional achievements, Jana is deeply committed to diversity, equity, and community building. She is a proud supporter of Forward Together, an initiative dedicated to advancing women in the workplace, and serves on the leadership committee for the Annual Salesforce Charity Golf Tournament, benefiting the Cooper Robertson Foundation. Outside of her professional life, she is on a mission to visit 40 countries before turning 40, enjoys exploring new restaurants in Toronto, and values quality time with friends and family.

Adam started LumiQ 9 years ago with his best friend out of his apartment. After a few years of pivoting, they finally found something that worked; a podcast platform that helps CPAs get their continuing education hours via engaging interviews with business leaders. Along the way, Adam has scaled the revenue function to 50 people, $10m+ in ARR and helped LumiQ become one of the only podcast companies in the world to be successful using a business model other than advertising. In 2024, LumiQ completed a strategic investment with Vertu Capital; one of Canada's leading growth equity investment funds.

Patrice Oliveira is an experienced partnerships and platform professional with a focus on supporting innovative companies and entrepreneurs. Her work spans building and scaling strategic communities, managing impactful collaborations, and championing initiatives that fuel economic growth and innovation across Canada. With a background in business development and consulting, Patrice brings a strong foundation in project management, building awareness, and stakeholder engagement. She has supported founders through initiatives like FoundersBoost and Apple's Develop the Future program, where she mentored youth interested in entrepreneurship. Patrice holds a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Political Studies from Queen’s University.

Emily Tan is a proud first-generation Canadian whose Chinese family sought refuge in Canada from the Khmer Rouge, making Ottawa their home. Inspired by her parents’ determination and the influence of her three older sisters, Emily developed a strong drive that has fueled her career. With 15 years of experience in software consultative sales and account management, Emily is a seasoned professional known for her leadership, dedication, and empathetic approach. Her ability to foster meaningful relationships and deliver transformational business value has propelled her career while making a lasting impact on her enterprise clients. Beyond her professional success, Emily is deeply passionate about mentorship and advocacy, particularly for young professionals, women, and visible minorities. She actively gives back by speaking at events to inspire those starting their careers, participating in mentorship programs to nurture new talent, and serving on the Leadership Committee for Salesforce’s annual charity golf tournament in support of the Cooper Robertson Foundation. While Emily remains deeply connected to her family roots, she now calls Toronto home, where she indulges her inner foodie through dining and culinary arts classes at George Brown. While work satisfies much of Emily’s competitive drive, as an athlete she enjoys any chance to play soccer or surprise someone with her racket skills. Whether seeking new cultural experiences or simply recharging, you can often find Emily either returning from an adventure or planning her next one.

Alanna Handelman is a dynamic sales leader and marketer, with over 12 years of experience across sales management, brand strategy, digital marketing, social media. In her current role, Alanna leads the US Commerce and Canada mid-market teams for Snap Inc. Her team of all-women are responsible for activating and growing some of the world's most recognizable brands, and launching newer DTCs to much fanfare. Alanna was part of the Snap Canada launch team in 2016, and has grown both brand presence, market impact, and expanded scope in her 8+ year tenure. Alanna is also a mom of two, and a former Marketing Magazine 30 under 30.

Justin is the co-leader of the Technology, Media, and Telecom group at RSM Canada and also serves as the emerging technology subsector leader. He takes a client-first approach, leveraging his deep industry expertise and relationship management skills to provide tailored support to clients in the market. Shortly after joining RSM, Justin was selected for the firm’s Industry Eminence Program, which positions its industry analysts to understand, forecast and communicate economic, business and technology trends shaping the industries RSM serves. Justin’s focus is on the Technology sector, and he works alongside the firm’s chief economist and other industry eminents to analyze trends and themes affecting middle market businesses. In addition, Justin serves as co-head of NexGen for the Association for Corporate Growth (ACG) Toronto.

Adam Seaborn is a seasoned media and sales executive with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and strategic partnerships. Currently serving as Head of Sales at Better Collective, following its acquisition of Playmaker Capital, Adam leads a national sales team and manages a portfolio generating millions in annual advertising and media partnership revenue. Prior to Better Collective & Playmaker Capital, Adam spent time as Director of Sales & Media Operations at Kingstar Media, a boutique agency in Toronto, and as an Account Executive with Bell Media. A respected sports media analyst and consultant, Adam is frequently featured on prominent platforms like CBC, Globe and Mail, BNN Bloomberg, and on Sportsnet, offering insights into the changing sports, advertising and media landscape in Canada

My name is Eric Williams and I'm part of the sales team with atWork Office Furniture. I've been married to my beautiful wife, Michelle, for 12 years. We have three beautiful children that keep us busy. I enjoy spending time with my family, and staying active by playing hockey. I've been in the office furniture industry for 12 years. I started on the manufacturing side, operating a CNC machine to produce office desks and accessories. I did this for 5 years before moving into a sales position. I've found that the skills and knowledge I've gained from the manufacturing sector have given me a unique perspective to help clients with solutions. Aside from working in our local area of Southwestern Ontario, I routinely have the opportunity to work with clients all over the country.

Josh is a dynamic and results-driven sales leader with a demonstrated history of successfully leading high-performing teams to surpass targets and cultivate strong client partnerships. He has successfully launched new markets, offices, built high performing teams from scratch, and consistently delivered on his targets across top tier high-tech organizations such as Salesforce and HotelTonight. Josh is a people-first leader who coaches to the individual while leveling up his team to exceed the standards of the organization he represents.

Katherine is the COO and Co-founder of PulseFX, a company specializing in foreign exchange hedging, financing and international payments . She is passionate about innovation, growth, and building impactful solutions. With 10 years of industry experience and an entrepreneurial mindset, Katherine thrives on turning ideas into reality and navigating the challenges of scaling a business. She believes that success is not achieved alone; it is built on adaptability, resilience, and a strong, supportive community. Time management and focus are critical in the fast-paced startup world, and Katherine has honed the ability to balance multiple responsibilities while maintaining a clear long-term vision. Whether developing business strategies, building partnerships, or optimizing operations, she remains committed to pushing boundaries and staying ahead of the curve. Beyond her work at PulseFX, Katherine is passionate about mentorship, continuous learning, and sharing insights to empower fellow entrepreneurs. She attributes her journey to the support of others and an unwavering commitment to growth. Thriving where creativity meets execution, she is always eager to embrace new opportunities and explore diverse perspectives. What truly sets Katherine apart is her people-first approach. She has dedicated her time to event planning, ensuring that gatherings—whether for business, networking, or social causes—are seamless, meaningful, and bring people together.