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I'm Folasade Apanisile, a strategic Marketing and Internal Communications leader based in Toronto with a passion for change management, people engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. I excel at turning business strategy into compelling cross-channel content and programs that inspire teams, partners, and customers to act and collaborate toward common goals. Over the years I’ve partnered with executives across Insurance, Hospitality, and Professional Services to launch EVP programs, internal communications frameworks, and engaging events. I’m a proven catalyst for change, known for building trust, elevating brand voice, and delivering measurable improvements in engagement and clarity across large organizations.…I'm Folasade Apanisile, a strategic Marketing and Internal Communications leader based in Toronto with a passion for change management, people engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. I excel at turning business strategy into compelling cross-channel content and programs that inspire teams, partners, and customers to act and collaborate toward common goals. Over the years I’ve partnered with executives across Insurance, Hospitality, and Professional Services to launch EVP programs, internal communications frameworks, and engaging events. I’m a proven catalyst for change, known for building trust, elevating brand voice, and delivering measurable improvements in engagement and clarity across large organizations.

Folasade Apanisile

Marketing Strategist, Content Strategist, Brand Strategist, +1

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I'm Folasade Apanisile, a strategic Marketing and Internal Communications leader based in Toronto with a passion for change management, people engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. I excel at turning business strategy into compelling cross-channel content and programs that inspire teams, partners, and customers to act and collaborate toward common goals. Over the years I’ve partnered with executives across Insurance, Hospitality, and Professional Services to launch EVP programs, internal communications frameworks, and engaging events. I’m a proven catalyst for change, known for building trust, elevating brand voice, and delivering measurable improvements in engagement and clarity across large organizations.…I'm Folasade Apanisile, a strategic Marketing and Internal Communications leader based in Toronto with a passion for change management, people engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. I excel at turning business strategy into compelling cross-channel content and programs that inspire teams, partners, and customers to act and collaborate toward common goals. Over the years I’ve partnered with executives across Insurance, Hospitality, and Professional Services to launch EVP programs, internal communications frameworks, and engaging events. I’m a proven catalyst for change, known for building trust, elevating brand voice, and delivering measurable improvements in engagement and clarity across large organizations.

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I’m Folasade Apanisile, a strategic Marketing and Internal Communications leader based in Toronto with a passion for change management, people engagement, and cross-functional collaboration. I excel at turning business strategy into compelling cross-channel content and programs that inspire teams, partners, and customers to act and collaborate toward common goals.

Over the years I’ve partnered with executives across Insurance, Hospitality, and Professional Services to launch EVP programs, internal communications frameworks, and engaging events. I’m a proven catalyst for change, known for building trust, elevating brand voice, and delivering measurable improvements in engagement and clarity across large organizations.

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Experience Level

Expert

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Expert

Expert

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Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing and Communications Manager at Gore Mutual Insurance Company

March 1, 2024 - July 31, 2025

Lead strategic initiatives to engage over 500 employees in alignment with company goals. Plan all-employee meetings for effective messaging and coordination. Collaborate with leadership to communicate growth plans transparently, including a five-part training module with the CFO. Manage monthly performance updates and quarterly reports, and create speaking notes while coaching leaders to communicate key messages. Partner with the People Experience team to launch the Employee Value Proposition (EVP) and support a company-wide road show.

Global Operations Internal Communications Manager at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts

April 1, 2022 - March 31, 2024

Developed a global internal communications approach in collaboration with Global Operations Leadership to support the new Strategic Plan, enhance messaging, and coach leaders. Established a communications framework for the Lead with Care program across 126 properties, improving health and safety engagement. Used storytelling to align operational initiatives and created templates and playbooks for field leadership.

Corporate Communications Manager at PwC Canada

February 1, 2017 - March 1, 2022

In-house advisor on the corporate communications team supporting executives with strategic messaging. Transitioned from Chief of Staff to a role focused on operations and change management, creating an internal communications strategy during COVID-19 that emphasized employee well-being and DEI. Led a national town hall program, defined national communications strategies and KPIs, and founded strategic partnerships for sponsorships and initiatives to boost leadership visibility and firm branding.

National Marketing & Communications Manager at McMillan LLP

September 1, 2014 - January 1, 2017

Led a consolidated national marketing and communications plan for the firm, managing high-volume internal communications, external marketing, public relations, and social media across all offices. Created a national roster of over 50 high-profile lawyers, providing media training to strengthen press relationships and secure favorable coverage. Enhanced internal communications through newsletters, transforming a siloed culture into an open, collaborative environment. Expanded a CRM database to 30,000+ contacts with CASL-compliant practices.