PROUDMOUTH - Key Persons


Christian Lowe

Job Titles:
  • DIGITAL MARKETING ASSISTANT
Christian is currently studying at the University of Toronto and brings to ProudMouth his 5 years of social media marketing experience. He has studied trends in marketing and business from a young age. Christian enjoys solving complex problems in a timely manner, and always finds new and creative ways to improve whatever he's working on. Outside of work and school, Christian enjoys playing baseball and hockey, producing and writing music, as well as maintaining his own online social media business.

Diane Morris

Diane is a Mama of 2 boys and a lover of country music and peanut butter (ever had it on a burger?) She lives in a small town just 15 minutes from Lake Erie which allows for spur-of-the-moment trips out on the boat for a cruise or to try her luck at snagging a big one! Her husband, whom she's known since she was 15, teases that "it isn't really fishing if you don't hook your own worm." What do you think? Is it the action or the result?

Disha Melwani

Job Titles:
  • Journalist
Disha is a multimedia journalist with a strong interest in communication, social media, digital journalism, writing, and photography. With a degree in Communication & Digital Media Studies, she's highly skilled in the communication and marketing field.

Dylan Devaux

Dylan is a marketing enthusiast. He's enrolled in the Business Marketing Administration program at Durham College. He's currently doing his school's co-op program with ProudMouth. Prior to school, he had some social media and hands-on experience from a small business he worked for in St. Lucia. Dylan enjoys meeting new people and loves to create meaningful experiences and memories. He loves to learn and is constantly trying to improve himself to become a better version.

Jack Hall

Having been attached to DVDs and VHS tapes since childhood, Jack has been passionate about film for as long as his memory serves. He graduated from the Bachelor of Film & Television program at Sheridan College in 2019 and has been pursuing his calling in writing and creative storytelling ever since. Through a multitude of jobs that have required one-on-one interactions with all walks of life, Jack finds that his strength is in his compassion for others, as well as a steadfast and honest objectivity towards each and every new situation that comes his way. When he isn't working, you can find Jack at the movie theatre, the gym, or catching live music whenever he can.

Jason Barwegen

Jason is a digital marketing enthusiast that brings a unique blend of creativity and mindfulness to his work. He believes in the power of good food and regular exercise to nourish not just the body, but also the mind and soul. Endlessly curious, Jason loves to explore new trails, dive into the latest books, and embrace mindfulness practices - all fueling his continuous wellness journey. A true bookworm at heart, Jason is always expanding his knowledge and staying up-to-date on the latest trends in content creation and digital marketing. His hunger for learning is a clear sign of his dedication to both personal and professional development. Jason believes that a clear, focused mind is the key to effective creativity. His personal practices of mindful living allow him to stay grounded, centered, and ready to deliver exceptional content. And when it comes to unwinding and gathering inspiration? Nothing beats a glass of red wine and a perfectly grilled rib steak for Jason.

Jennifer Chandler

Job Titles:
  • Sales Assistant

Jessica Brown

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Editor & Coordinator
Jessica has always had a passion for the written word. In her early years, while the other kids were playing foursquare at recess, you could find Jessica either reading or writing. After school, Jessica would lean against the brick wall rereading books - often narrated by another of her passions, dogs. Her love for stories evolved through her schooling and career in journalism. Jessica is in good company at ProudMouth- a marketing team with storytelling in its DNA. Jessica helps financial advisors engage with their online audience in meaningful and genuine ways. She believes that when financial advisors tell stories about their brands, their audience can connect with them on a human level. Only then can financial advisors use social media to its utmost potential: to build and strengthen relationships. Jessica has a Masters of Journalism and Communications degree. She is a fan of dogs, libraries, and chocolate cake.

Julia Ritchie

Job Titles:
  • PRODUCT OWNER
Julia is a lover of all things writing. With a passion for helping others and a Master's Degree in Journalism and Communications, Julia is devoted to using her skill set to help people from all walks of life tell their stories. Julia is also a strong believer in lifelong learning, and enjoys conducting extensive research to maximize the impact and effectiveness of her work. At ProudMouth, Julia is now bringing her writing to the social media landscape, where she's helping advisors tell their stories and connect with those who matter most online. When she's not in the office, Julia loves to read anything and everything, spend too much time keeping up with pop culture, and keeps active by running and swimming.

Kaila Hamawi

Kaila is in her second year of the Commerce Co-op program at Dalhousie University. Kaila's interest in marketing began through her courses at school when she discovered the creative side of marketing. She gained experience in creating content and designing presentations, which put her creative skills to the test and triggered her path to help create more inspiring and memorable marketing content to help spread awareness to others. She is excited to dive deeper into the marketing side of the business and expand her knowledge while working at ProudMouth. Kaila has a strong love for music; She enjoys playing the guitar and the piano. In Kaila's spare time, she enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time with friends.

Karla Bailey

Job Titles:
  • VIDEO MARKETING SPECIALIST
Originally from Mexico City, Karla has a bachelor's degree in Marketing and more than five years of experience with influencer marketing, social media, and video editing. She has a passion for travel and for Canada, which is why she is the co-host and editor of one of the top Canadian travel Youtube channels - Must Do Canada. While she continues to inspire people to explore Canada, she also wants to share her expertise in storytelling and video creation to help other influencers successfully connect, engage and share their stories with their audience.

Kirk Lowe

Job Titles:
  • Leader
  • Co - Founder and CEO of Proud
Kirk has been a thought leader in branding, content marketing and digital marketing for 20+ years. He generously shares his ideas and experiences through his podcast, blog, papers, webinars, courses and has been published across the industry.

Lisa Ferguson - COO

Job Titles:
  • Chief Operations Officer
Lisa really enjoys helping people get organized, get answers and move forward. Lisa has worked in customer service for 30+ years helping develop and implement service processes and protocols. She's a stickler for the details and getting $#!+ done. Over Lisa' 30+ years, she spent 22 in the financial services industry. Her roles varied from Customer Service Representative, Learning and Development, Coaching and Mentoring, to Management and Risk Management. Lisa is a lifelong learner, always looking to better herself. She has gone back to school and achieved multiple certifications over the years, including, Website Design, Teaching and Training Adults, Customer Service Experience, and Interior Decorating. Lisa is very active in the community helping manage a soccer association and coaching a competitive soccer team. She's an avid quilter, yes, I said quilter. Like any true Canadian, she's loves hockey too. The best thing about Lisa, her laugh. It may even be better than Matt's.

Maria Villamizar

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Coordinator
Maria has a bachelor's degree in communications and journalism with a master's in New Technologies. She has a background working for PR agencies and corporate departments, with experience in creating and executing marketing strategies to meet clients' expectations. Maria loves learning new things, developing creative thinking and improving her skills to boost her career. During the weekend, Maria loves spending time with her family, her dogs and her friends. In addition, she enjoys travelling, going to the beach and doing outdoor activities like walking and biking.

Mark Basile

Mark has been an effective and successful sales leader working in the aerospace,

Parneet Kaur

Job Titles:
  • Technical Support Specialist
Parneet is a very versatile Technical Support specialist who thrives on learning and being of service. She has a diverse background in various businesses that contributes to her understanding of the big picture. She loves new technology and is a nature lover. Creative and passionate about her work.

Robyn Walter

Job Titles:
  • Receptionist