Rick Jessup

Looking at me you probably wouldn't think I'm bringing over 20 years of digital experience to the table. From managing Bulletin Board System on the Freenet in 1990 to starting one of Canada's first blogs in 1995 to public speaking in 2010 I've truly grown up digital. Over those 20 years I've enjoyed the opportunity to manage the digital and social media marketing for small startups, multi-national industry leaders and some of the biggest names in entertainment and consumer packaged goods.

What gets me up in the morning? It's not hype, awards or ripping off the latest viral sensation. It's something real consumers care about, with real results for the ones that write the cheques. Digitally delivered value to everyone it touches.

Oh, and what really gets me up? Coffee. So hit me up on Twitter or check in to my desk on Foursquare (it's actually there), the java's on me. And in case we need a few conversation starters, here's what you need to know about me: I’m on a quest to find the world’s greatest beer, while simultaneously attempting to visit every ballpark in Major League Baseball. I can cook at a professional level, have been offered money for my photography, can complete a 5k in under 25 minutes and will one day retire with my guitar to the beach in Mexico.