Marketing. Strategic Partnerships. Growth. Process design. Visit www.carolynvan.com for more - or say hello! Carolyn Van is a shi(f)t disturber, marketer, strategic communications specialist and community builder. She solves problems - whether they are marketing-centric, product design or research and insights-driven - with design, technology and communication-based solutions. She is a trusted advisor and educator to a handful from post-secondary students to senior level managers and technology startups to large corporations. Carolyn is known for her direct and to-the-point communication skills, having the perfect blend of strategic and implementation skills, her eye for design, creative communications strategies, growing communities and organizations and developing purpose-driven strategies and partnerships. Carolyn brings a great deal of camaraderie and creativity to any team. She focuses on constant improvement, developing and educating others and streamlining processes. Her digital presence and deep relationships in the startup, technology, interactive media and design and investment communities make Carolyn a strong ally for organizations who are looking to innovate and grow. Carolyn's business, entrepreneurship, leadership and technology accolades, experience and knowledge have been recognized on various public outlets including CTV News, Global Entrepreneurship Week, Social Media Week, The Globe and Mail and The Financial Post.