Looks like you have JavaScript disabled. For the full Twine experience, you will need to re-enable it.

I am Cory McGown, a Toronto-based Key Account Executive with 10+ years of experience in B2B and DTC sales, empowering teams, and delivering measurable ROI. I specialize in building strong client relationships, maximizing revenue, and guiding brands through creative, data-informed solutions. My approach combines strategic thinking, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration to improve forecasting, pipeline conversion, and long-term revenue growth. I enjoy mentoring people, optimizing processes, and turning complex programs into seamless, on-time deliveries that delight clients.…I am Cory McGown, a Toronto-based Key Account Executive with 10+ years of experience in B2B and DTC sales, empowering teams, and delivering measurable ROI. I specialize in building strong client relationships, maximizing revenue, and guiding brands through creative, data-informed solutions. My approach combines strategic thinking, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration to improve forecasting, pipeline conversion, and long-term revenue growth. I enjoy mentoring people, optimizing processes, and turning complex programs into seamless, on-time deliveries that delight clients.

Cory McGown

Writer, Content Creator, Project Manager, +4





I am Cory McGown, a Toronto-based Key Account Executive with 10+ years of experience in B2B and DTC sales, empowering teams, and delivering measurable ROI. I specialize in building strong client relationships, maximizing revenue, and guiding brands through creative, data-informed solutions. My approach combines strategic thinking, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration to improve forecasting, pipeline conversion, and long-term revenue growth. I enjoy mentoring people, optimizing processes, and turning complex programs into seamless, on-time deliveries that delight clients.…I am Cory McGown, a Toronto-based Key Account Executive with 10+ years of experience in B2B and DTC sales, empowering teams, and delivering measurable ROI. I specialize in building strong client relationships, maximizing revenue, and guiding brands through creative, data-informed solutions. My approach combines strategic thinking, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration to improve forecasting, pipeline conversion, and long-term revenue growth. I enjoy mentoring people, optimizing processes, and turning complex programs into seamless, on-time deliveries that delight clients.

Available to hire

I am Cory McGown, a Toronto-based Key Account Executive with 10+ years of experience in B2B and DTC sales, empowering teams, and delivering measurable ROI. I specialize in building strong client relationships, maximizing revenue, and guiding brands through creative, data-informed solutions.

My approach combines strategic thinking, coaching, and cross-functional collaboration to improve forecasting, pipeline conversion, and long-term revenue growth. I enjoy mentoring people, optimizing processes, and turning complex programs into seamless, on-time deliveries that delight clients.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Work Experience

Manager, Sales & Client Success at The Avid Group

November 1, 2023 - November 1, 2025

Led a team of Strategic Account Managers overseeing a $13M portfolio, consistently achieving 105%+ of annual sales targets and delivering 12%+ YoY growth across apparel, promotional, and fulfillment accounts. Implemented structured coaching and KPI frameworks, elevating forecasting accuracy to beyond 85%, increasing team quota attainment by 15%, and strengthening pipeline visibility and conversion rates. Championed Avid’s brand and full-service value proposition, guiding clients through data-informed solutions that drove an 18% upsell revenue while maintaining 95% client retention. Collaborated cross-departmentally with production, design, and logistics to execute complex programs, improving on-time delivery by 15% and boosting client satisfaction scores by 10%. Provided strategic insights and performance reporting to executive leadership to identify process improvements and growth opportunities.

Manager, Corporate Co-Branded & B2B Sales at Roots Corporation

April 1, 2019 - November 1, 2023

Generated upwards of 71% revenue growth by strategically expanding existing major accounts. Achieved upwards of 105% above target sales and consistently +10% YoY growth while acquiring new business and growing existing accounts. Managed a team of 6 sales & technical staff to support 550+ annual inquiries.

General Manager at Roots Corporation

June 1, 2009 - April 1, 2019

Owned the business’s P&L, HR, and operations. Achieved profits exceeding company expectations by +10% annually. Leveraged performance and sales data to identify and develop top contributors into advanced roles. Developed business strategies and procedures that improved operational quality and efficiency by 25% while managing a staff of 120+.

Manager – International Training & Project Consultant, Field Operations at Roots Corporation

June 1, 2009 - April 1, 2019

Collaborated with multiple departments on the operational rollout of 10+ new store openings in new markets. Created a national training program rolled out to 120+ store locations and trained all new management hires. Increased YoY sales by +40% in existing markets and developed a 4-level, tiered training program for international leather business, yielding 25% YoY. Reduced training content by 20% via streamlining materials, achieving 95% adoption by 120+ stores.