EMINENT MEDIA - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- HEAD of INFLUENCER MARKETING
Audrey Kizito is a graduate from Tyndale University & Seminar with a B.A in Psychology and Business minor. Audrey is also a TV Host on Canadian Top TV station 416 and the City. Moreover, shes a Brand influencer for big cooperate such as Puretropix, 416 and the City
Azaan Dhanji, MBA is the Head of digital, with over 4+ years experience in digital marketing and corporate development.
Barbara is a marketing & Finance Graduate Based in the United States with Experiences in Sales, Management, Event Planning and Marketing , consulting & leadership with a vast background in Finance. Demonstrated history working in marketing agencies ,Non -Profits, Auto-industry, Small Business and charitable institutions. skilled in consulting, retail and direct sales, customer service experience, management and innovation. Working with all the above has provided her with extensive knowledge , experience and leadership skills.
Danstan is a web developer/web designer with over 8+ years' experience working with clients/companies all over the world. He focuses on user problems and provide genuine solutions. He specializes in brand identity, web design, UI and UX design and front-end development. Danstan has worked for big brands locally and internationally building websites and maintaining their brands on both print and the new media.
Job Titles:
- Professional Creative Designer
Derek Makila is a professional creative designer with 4 years' experience in Motion Design, still design, videography, video editing and Digital Marketing from notable companies.
Mathias is a globally known expert on Marketing, public relations, and communication who founded multiple successful public relations and interactive marketing agencies authored One forward-thinking marketing book. He is the CEO of Eminent Media Inc and founder of EMI Influencers Inc. Don is recognized as a thought leader on how software, the Internet and digital technologies have created seismic shifts in the practice of marketing that deliver entirely new levels of customer engagement. Today, Don's focus is on how this marriage of technology and marketing has created a powerful platform for authentic marketing across paid, earned and owned channels, further advancing the evolution of the discipline. Don helps both multi-national and emerging companies harness authentic marketing strategies - including reinventing themselves around this new form of the good - to create powerhouse brands. Among the companies Don has counseled are Microsoft, BELL, 7- Eleven, Canadian Tire, March of a dime Canada and Enercare.
Job Titles:
- Digital Marketer and a Communication Specialist
Eunice Nderitu is a digital marketer and a communication specialist at Eminent media Inc. Her role include development, implementation and management of marketing campaigns that promote Eminent media Inc and its services. She plays a major role in creating brand awareness and using the digital space to drive traffic to the EMI website and acquire leads. She also helps identify and evaluate new digital technologies by using web analytics tools to measure website traffic in order to optimize marketing campaigns, email marketing, social media and display advertising and converting website visitors into sales. Eunice has worked with many clients and helped in building their Business and personal brands. She helps maintain excellent client relationships through superior customer service skills. She has also worked as a brand influencer for various brands, promoting the sales for their various products and services in the marketing industry. She is very professional, disciplined, cooperative and completely reliable.
GALIIA KHISAMOVA VIDEOGRAPHER Toronto based freelance videographer. Born in Russia, moved to Canada in 2015, finished high school in Toronto and currently taking a Broadcasting-Television program at Seneca College. Specializes in interviews, music videos, and promotional content. Enjoys being part of a team and putting creative ideas to work.
Gideon is a Graphic and Web design enthusiast. He possesses a four-year experience working with both profit and nonprofit organizations; startups and established companies. He majors in Graphic Design for both web and print, user interface design and front-end web development. His objective is to work with teams and help them achieve success through the creation of appealing designs and developing web solutions and help people do business seamlessly.
Meet Hamid Ur Rehman, an experienced SEO specialist at Eminent Media. With over 4 years of experience in the field, Hamid has helped numerous businesses improve their online visibility and increase their organic search traffic. Hamid has a strong command of technical SEO, including website structure, schema markup, and website speed optimization. He also has extensive experience in conducting keyword research, optimizing website content, and building high-quality backlinks. Hamid is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest SEO trends and best practices to ensure his clients are always ahead of the competition. He takes a data-driven approach to his work and uses advanced analytics tools to track website performance and make data-backed recommendations. With his expertise in SEO, Hamid has helped businesses of all sizes and industries achieve their online goals. He takes a collaborative approach to each project and works closely with his clients to understand their unique needs and develop a customized strategy.
Hottensiah is also the Programmes Director and Digital Content Manager as well as a Broadcast Journalist at Radio Afrika International Vienna, Austria.Having had and currently involved in first hand experience, education and collaborations in the media, music, fashion, arts and digital industry both in Africa and Europe, she brings on board a wealth of communication and digital marketing expertise in the above mentioned industries which include their emerging and revolutionary trends, communication and digital strategies.
Job Titles:
- HEAD of PRODUCTION AFRICA
Kahindi James is an experienced film producer and marketer in the Kenya film industry with over 5 years experience. Kahindi is a graduate from the Kenya Institute of Mass Communication (Diploma in Film Production) and The University of Nairobi (B.Com Marketing Major Second Class Upper Divison honors). He is also a member of the Marketing Society of Kenya. Kahind James is part of the new age of Kenyan film makers who are detrmined to take the Kenyan film industry to the world stage. He lives in Nairobi Kenya
Jay is ahighly skilled and experienced Monday.com project manager with expertise in custom boards configuration, Highly motivated and experienced individual with remarkable years of experience in managing projects using Monday.com. Skilled in project planning, team management, and stakeholder communication. Proven track record of delivering successful projects for a diverse range of clients, from startups to Fortune 500 companies. Strong communication and project management skills, with a commitment to delivering high-quality work on time
Job Titles:
- EXECUTIVE CREATIVE DIRECTOR
With more than 20 years of agency experience under his belt, Jerad Gonne brings a unique perspective of branding to the digital landscape. He challenges his creative team to design experiences that invoke curiosity, engagement and participation, and above all remain strategically aligned with a client's business objectives. With his clients, Jared is a trusted advocate for their business. This relationship affords him the space to present stellar creative ideas that haven't been done before. Instead of following others, Jared's clients pave the way in new thinking around social and digital media, and with great success.
Tim is the Social Media Manager at EMI, working in our digital, social, and creative services team. Having spent over a decade leading social media strategy and guiding community management in house for brands and at agencies, Tim's extensive hands on experience includes stints in sectors such as real estate, publishing, finance, luxury goods, education, sports, entertainment, health and wellness, travel, and telecom. Prior to joining EMI, Tim worked as a consultant, refining marketing strategy, training community managers, 1:1 C-level social media training, and providing content editorial. Tim has also taught college classes on marketing metrics, and integrated marketing and communications
Kelvin is a talented graphic designer who has been making a creative impact at Eminent Media Inc since 2021. With expertise in branding, logo design, and digital illustrations, Kelvin consistently delivers captivating designs that leave a lasting impression. His keen eye for aesthetics, coupled with a deep understanding of visual storytelling, allows him to create compelling visuals that effectively communicate clients' messages. Throughout his time at Eminent Media, Kelvin has built a reputation for excellence with his exceptional skills and dedication to his craft. He actively collaborates with clients to understand their vision and transform it into innovative design solutions. Kelvin's ability to blend creativity with strategic thinking enables him to produce designs that not only look visually stunning but also align with clients' branding and marketing objectives. With his unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of graphic design, Kelvin continues to contribute to Eminent Media's success and solidify his position as a highly sought-after graphic designer in the industry.
Job Titles:
- DIRECTOR of STRATEGIC PLANING and EVENTS / Events
Events Director at Eminent Media Inc. • An experienced marketing professional with a passion in brand building and over 8 years experience in Event Management and Brand Activations. • Past roles as Head of Activations at East Africa's Premier Entertainment Company, Homeboyz Entertainment Ltd, with years of experience in end to end to end event management for both local & international clients including Pernod Ricard, East African Breweries and Sport Pesa. • First hand experience and a key role in conceptualization and execution of major marketing campaigns and events including Stanchart Marathon, Tusker Project Fame, Brookside Dairy Best Campaign, Tusker Twende Kazi Campaign, Telkom Kenya Rebrand, POTUS Visit, Jameson Live, Guinness Fanzone with Thierry Henry, Nescafe 3-in-1 Launch, Seven Seas Stronger Generation Launch, Giants Summit In Kenya, Tusker Airshow & Maasai Mara KQ Marathon. • Manages Bar In The Bush, which is Nairobi's most refreshing beverage catering service, offering bespoke mobile bar services to corporates and high-networth private entities . • Seasoned professional with great networks in East Africa within the corporate sector and entertainment industry.
Job Titles:
- DIVERSITY & INCLUSION OFFICER
Diversity and inclusion champion, communications expert, and public relations veteran are just a few words used to describe Latifat M. During her tenure with Eminent Media Inc, the world's leading global communications marketing agency, Latifat has managed stakeholder outreach, strategic positioning, crisis, and reputation management campaigns for a host of Fortune 500 corporations seeking to engage a broad spectrum of stakeholders. Latifat led the firm's award-winning Multicultural practice providing senior counsel to a wide range of clients to protect, promote and evolve their brands and effectively engage diverse thought leaders, consumers, and other stakeholders. In this role, Latifat, oversees all diversity, equity, and inclusion strategic planning, education, cultural development, external partnerships, and recruitment efforts to ensure EMI Influencers workforce reflects the increasingly diverse marketplace. As part of her work, she actively strives to ensure an equitable and inclusive workplace. Along with her agency responsibilities, Latifat serves on the Board of Directors of YYWC, Yes Youth & women can. She previously served on the boards of the National Black Child Development Institute and Mentoring Canada. Latifat continued work to drive change has been recognized. She has received several awards, Youth Now on track (YNOT) Active Media Award from the Premier of Ontario Canada, house of commons Canada, the City of Toronto and Humber river- black creek for Eminent Media Inc.
Mansoor Mushtaq is an experienced web developer specializing in WordPress development. With expertise in PHP, JavaScript, Python, and more, Mansoor excels in creating efficient websites. His deep knowledge of caching techniques enables him to optimize website speed and enhance user experience. Mansoor's commitment to staying updated with the latest technologies ensures he delivers cutting-edge solutions to his clients, helping businesses thrive online.
Job Titles:
- DIRECTOR of OPERATIONS
- MATTHEW GALLANT DIRECTOR of OPERATIONS
MATTHEW GALLANT DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Matthew Lewis Gallant is also the founder of Gallant Media which is a Digital Marketer & Photographer firm based out of Toronto, ON. For the past 2 years he's been marketing brands, covering events, and creating projects for businesses. He believes that every brand & individual has stories to tell - stories that will not only engage, inform, and delight their audience - but that will also deliver on measurable business goals and objectives. He is the connection between brand and consumer. He loves building brands from the ground up through bold messaging & visual storytelling. He does this by helping clients find the subject and medium that best fits their unique identity, and then he produces high-quality content that meets their business goals & objectives.
Job Titles:
- CREATIVE DESIGNER
- Freelance Creative Designer
Oleksandra Shevchenko is a Toronto based freelance creative designer. Moreover, photographer and choreographer with 5 year experience. Currently a student of York University. Specializes in graphic design, logo design, animation, fashion / commercial photography and video directing.
Job Titles:
- Head of Photography at EMI Creative Studios
Opaluwa Malik is the Head of Photography at EMI Creative Studios, where he specializes in capturing the essence of diverse events… from corporate gatherings to high-energy concerts. With over 4+ years of experience, Malik combines technical expertise with an artistic eye to deliver compelling visual narratives. Known for his quick turnaround and attention to detail, he has become a go-to photographer for events that matter.
Roselene is a creative content writer at Eminent Media Inc. Her role includes writing stories behind services offered by EMI to its clients and the outcome of the services offered. Prior to joining EMI, Roselene worked in the marketing industry, as a brand ambassador for various clients and their brands, pushing the sale of various products and services in the marketing world. She also works as a freelancer, a detail oriented, professional English audio transcriptionist and editor with over three years' experience in the world of transcription. She has exceptional work ethic and strives to produce quality work for her clients, with utmost accuracy
Saman Iftikhar is a seasoned content writer with a passion for storytelling and a knack for capturing the unique voice of brands. With a distinction in Creative Writing from Taylor's University, Saman has spent the last few years honing her skills in a diverse range of industries including tech, healthcare, and digital marketing. Her expertise lies in translating complex ideas into compelling narratives that drive brand objectives and engage audiences. Saman's role at Eminent Media Inc. involves crafting insightful articles, creating compelling marketing copy, and developing content strategies that propel the company's mission forward. Her unwavering commitment to quality and eye for detail have been instrumental in elevating the brand's identity and reach.
I am Samuel, a professional website designer and email marketer with high level of proficiency in content writing & proofreading. Over my years of professionalism, I have been able to maximize my skills and boost the credibility as well as reputation of various clients' brands & businesses with ultra-modern, clean and responsive websites. I establish better connection between brands and their subscribers/customers/clients with engaging email marketing campaigns and automations. I implement my strategies to efficiently manage email marketing campaigns, A/B testing, performance optimization, and reporting. I also write content which includes; website content, articles, blog content, email copy, etc. My approach to projects begins with analyzing clients' demand, look into their business needs and create a strategic plan to bring out the result they desire.
Sophie is a highly motivated individual bringing fourth valuable industry experience and an adept ability to effectively manage multiple operations. This quality has enabled her to develop at a fast pace within organizations often finding myself in leadership roles. She applies the same principle in marketing that also apply in leadership, because whether it's a customer or members of your team, you're connecting with others in order to bring ideas together, influence an outcome while also optimizing and scaling for future growth. Her specialities include her creative flare and great interpersonal skills as well as the ability to adapt and work in any environment. She is a result-oriented with a proven track record of working successfully with team members to achieve goals.
Job Titles:
- LEADERSHIP and SPECIAL ADVISOR
Tay Kelly is tasked with forming and overseeing EMI's Thought Leadership Group which will focus on research and development of content to support the business strategy and communications needs of the agency and its clients. Tay will also work with EMI's MD and the leadership team on growth strategies of the firm. Tay is an experienced strategy consultant and business development leader known for competitive strategy development and implementation, and organizational strategy and capability building at the intersection of business and government.
Job Titles:
- Professional Software Engineer
Tyson Osore is a professional software engineer with a vast skill set in website applications development and mobile applications development. His experience is based on working for 4 years in software development while providing software solutions and products under different industry needs. His zeal to bridging the gap between companies, individuals and or with technology makes him gets things done from a personal, group or team level.