Press Release - Creatorade

Creator Marketing Advisor

Colton Slipetz

With eight years of experience in marketing, sales, and customer service, I’m dedicated to helping local businesses thrive online. As a former Business Development Representative at a Saskatoon marketing agency, I excel in building relationships and identifying advertising gaps for business growth. Outside of work, I enjoy hitting the gym, running, and spending time with my wife, who’s in nursing school. I look forward to connecting and supporting our community!

Creator

Leroy and Leroy

Leroy & Leroy are just a couple of prairie fellas here to show fellow canucks that there’s always something to do, no matter where ya are. Watch our videos and follow along for helpful tips to make sure ya never get bored out there, eh?

Leroy & Leroy have over 1 million followers across Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok! Plus their biggest following per city comes from Calgary – with over 130K Followers!

There’s always something to do!

Creator

Erin Lucas

Erin has built a trusted relationship with consumers across the region through her years in local radio broadcasting connecting with audiences in Lethbridge & Southern Alberta.

Erin has taken what she did best on-air, providing local content and information in an entertaining way, and shifted her presence to social media putting herself in front of a more attentive and engaged audience. Erin is all about weaving authentic stories and building genuine connections within Lethbridge through exploring area trends, exchanging valuable insights and letting you know what’s happening this weekend!

Creator

KimDoes807

Local content creator Kim Leduc has built a trusted relationship with consumers across the region through her years in local radio broadcasting connecting with audiences in Kenora, Dryden, Sioux Lookout and Thunder Bay.

Kim has taken what she did best on-air, providing local content and information in an incredibly entertaining way, and shifted her presence to social media channels putting herself in front of a more attentive and engaged audience.

Creator

Jasmin Laine

Born and raised in Manitoba, Jasmin Laine has immersed herself in the community, building relationships and trust with people from all walks of life and all ages – thanks to her decade long career as a broadcaster in Winnipeg.

After being honoured by the Western Association of Broadcasters with the Leaders of Tomorrow award in 2024 for her outstanding community involvement, Jasmin is excited to continue sharing the stories of Manitoba’s amazing businesses and people, but in a new & better way!

Creator Marketing Advisor

Aly Myers

Aly brings almost two decades of experience in management and marketing roles to the Creatorade team. From large retail brands to local businesses, she has excelled at leading teams to achieve success and has helped many local businesses grow through marketing.

Aly loves helping businesses find creative solutions that work. She is driven and determined to help YOUR business succeed through creator marketing! Aly has seen firsthand how creator marketing can impact local businesses, as she has often worked alongside her husband, Leroy. She is looking forward to helping your business grow.

Account Executive

Ryanne Bauman

Ryanne Bauman combines an impressive background in finance with a passion for technology and marketing, bringing strategic insight and creative expertise to her work. With over four years of experience in financial advising, she has helped clients make smart, informed decisions, and now, in her fourth year navigating the digital landscape, she continues to embrace innovative approaches.

Born and raised in Saskatoon, Ryanne has a deep connection to her local community, supporting businesses and exploring her city whenever possible. A creative at heart, she finds joy in painting, macramé, and pottery, while her adventurous side leads her to rock climbing and riverside strolls. When she’s not outdoors, Ryanne is a master of brain games, solving daily Wordles, tackling expert-level Sudoku, and showcasing her Scrabble prowess. Her dynamic blend of creativity, strategic thinking, and community focus makes her an invaluable part of the team.

VP of Enterprise Sales

Song Rattanvong

With over 15 years of experience in B2B sales, Song specializes in consultative selling of marketing solutions to Fortune 500 companies, brands, and local businesses. He is a numbers-driven professional who values measurable goals.

Originally from a Laotian immigrant family with a Thai surname, Song attended the University of Saskatchewan, where he studied Sports Management. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with top companies like VISA, CitiBank, and Johnson & Johnson on multinational projects, honing his skills in negotiating complex deals.

Recently, Song has focused on marketing, particularly in online solutions such as Reputation Management, Hootsuite, and digital advertising. He excels at building long-term client relationships to maximize ROI. His expertise spans SEO, web design, social media strategy, and advertising campaigns using platforms like Google AdWords and Facebook Ads.

Passionate about leveraging technology to drive revenue growth, Song aims to help clients achieve their business goals effectively.

Board Member

Paul Larsen

Paul Larsen is a broadcasting industry veteran with 38 years of experience in Canadian radio. As a former owner and operator of radio stations in Alberta and British Columbia, he has deep expertise in media, content, and business growth. Since selling his last station in 2024, Paul has continued to consult broadcasters on CRTC regulations, programming, and operations.

Now an investor and board member at Creatorade Media, Paul’s strategic vision and leadership are helping shape the company’s expansion into small and medium-sized North American markets.

Board Member

Quang Do

Quang brings 18 years of expertise in management consulting, finance, marketing, and business transformation to Creatorade. In his legendary career, he has worked with Fortune 500 executives and companies across numerous industries to drive measurable growth. Previously, he was a Principal at The Alexander Group, leading over 100 engagements on go-to-market strategies and business transformation.

Quang holds an MBA from the University of Michigan’s Ross School of Business and is a mentor at Cal Poly’s Orfalea College of Business. Outside of work, he enjoys Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, mixed martial arts, and spending time with his family.

Account Executive

Aly Myers

Aly brings almost two decades of experience in management and marketing roles to the Creatorade team. From large retail brands to local businesses, she has excelled at leading teams to achieve success and has helped many local businesses grow through marketing.

Aly loves helping businesses find creative solutions that work. She is driven and determined to help YOUR business succeed through creator marketing! Aly has seen firsthand how creator marketing can impact local businesses, as she has often worked alongside her husband, Leroy. She is looking forward to helping your business grow.

Regional VP, Saskatchewan

Leslie Campbell

With over 17 years of media experience in Saskatchewan and Alberta, Leslie has dabbled in everything from Radio DJ to General Manager. Her career has been a playlist of roles including Promotions Coordinator, Music Scheduler, and Sales Manager. She even had the thrill of curling with Team SK at the Dominion Curling Nationals in Richmond, BC, in 2012—farm kid skills for the win!

Leslie’s time as the Manager of Program Development at Mosaic Place (now The Moose Jaw Events Centre) was filled with memorable moments, from Marilyn Manson’s dressing room escapades to Motley Crue’s concert day shenanigans. If you need stories, she’s got plenty!

Community is close to Leslie’s heart. She chairs The Sunningdale/VLA Community Association (check out their new disc golf course!), leads The Moose Jaw North Board for MLA Tim McLeod, represents media for the Downtown Moose Jaw Association, and contributes to the City of Moose Jaw Community Clean Up Committee.

Director of Revenue Operations

Brittany Friesen

Brittany has a proven track record of driving growth and innovation at one of Canada’s fastest-growing marketing companies. She works closely with the executive team and their departments to turn their vision into reality.

Specializing in leading strategic initiatives, Brittany fosters a positive and productive culture, manages operational tasks, and contributes to creative problem-solving. She also leverages her extensive network of corporate connections to find the best solutions and opportunities for Creatorade.

Brittany is passionate about helping Creatorade deliver exceptional value to its customers.

Creator Marketing Advisor

Ashley Weare

Ashley is a sales leader with over 10 years of experience in helping businesses and organizations grow revenue and achieve their objectives. Her passion lies in identifying and addressing gaps in the customer journey, optimizing client marketing budgets, and facilitating effective campaigns.

Specializing in these areas, Ashley is a creative thinker and a collaborative leader. She consistently strives to deliver high-quality results for her clients.

CMO

Jamie Taylor

Jamie’s a veteran marketer who uses data to build strategies and high-performing teams that drive revenue. He views marketing as a science that is continuously iterated and optimized through experimentation.

Jamie challenges his team, along with himself, to demonstrate growth from project to project. Driven by innovation, he thrives in high-growth environments and is dedicated to building his career in the B2B local marketing space.

CEO

Doug Campbell

Prior to joining Snowbank Capital, Doug was the Chief Revenue Officer for Golden West Broadcasting, where he outperformed his peers by 30% through COVID and achieved double-digit revenue growth each year.

Doug also served as the VP of Revenue at Vendasta, one of Canada’s fastest-growing software companies. Under his leadership, Vendasta reached $40 million in annual recurring revenue (ARR).

Before that, through 2017, Doug worked as Director of Business Development at an entertainment startup at Mosaic Place, where he was named one of North America’s Top 35 Under 35 Executives. During his tenure, he was eventually named Interim CEO.

Doug is a graduate of the Pavillion CRO School, attended the University of Regina, and is Winning by Design Revenue Architecture Certified.

Chairman

Carter Friesen

Carter was the President and COO of Golden West Broadcasting, a 65-year-old media company with 75 brands and over 400 employees based in Manitoba, Canada. As COO, he led Golden West through COVID, where revenue performance outpaced peers by 30%.

Carter was responsible for all of the company’s M&A activity, completing numerous deals. He also started a marketing services division, Homefield, which accounted for 20% of the company’s local revenue in just over a year of operations.

His experience with SMBs began in Northwestern Ontario, where Carter was the general manager for a group of local radio stations and news websites. Carter graduated from Canada’s premiere business school, Ivey Business, in the top quartile. In 2015, the Ivey Business Review published his article, “Finding a Seat in the Connected Car.”

Ad Operations Specialist

Angela Bruce

Angela, the advertising wizard of Southern Alberta, has been sprinkling her magic on businesses for 15 years. With a treasure trove of creative ideas and a knack for all things advertising, she’s your go-to gal for crafting the perfect marketing mix.

Whether teaming up with local creators or scouting out the ideal influencer, Angela’s got your back from start to finish.

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