Hi, I’m Megan—an marketing and brand strategy professional with over 16 years of experience helping luxury and consumer brands grow awareness and revenue. I thrive on turning insights into engaging campaigns that span branding, digital marketing, PR, events, and partnerships. My approach combines creative storytelling with practical ROI-driven tactics to elevate brand presence across multiple channels. I’ve led marketing teams across markets including Dubai, Halifax, and Toronto, shaping brand identities, standards, and loyalty programs while keeping the client needs at the forefront. I’m passionate about building cohesive brand experiences and delivering measurable results for ambitious brands.

Megan J Smith

Hi, I’m Megan—an marketing and brand strategy professional with over 16 years of experience helping luxury and consumer brands grow awareness and revenue. I thrive on turning insights into engaging campaigns that span branding, digital marketing, PR, events, and partnerships. My approach combines creative storytelling with practical ROI-driven tactics to elevate brand presence across multiple channels. I’ve led marketing teams across markets including Dubai, Halifax, and Toronto, shaping brand identities, standards, and loyalty programs while keeping the client needs at the forefront. I’m passionate about building cohesive brand experiences and delivering measurable results for ambitious brands.

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Hi, I’m Megan—an marketing and brand strategy professional with over 16 years of experience helping luxury and consumer brands grow awareness and revenue. I thrive on turning insights into engaging campaigns that span branding, digital marketing, PR, events, and partnerships. My approach combines creative storytelling with practical ROI-driven tactics to elevate brand presence across multiple channels.

I’ve led marketing teams across markets including Dubai, Halifax, and Toronto, shaping brand identities, standards, and loyalty programs while keeping the client needs at the forefront. I’m passionate about building cohesive brand experiences and delivering measurable results for ambitious brands.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert

Language

English
Fluent
Arabic
Beginner
French
Beginner

Work Experience

Marketing and Business Development Consultant at Various clients (Multiply Marketing Consultancy; Mouratoglou Tennis Center Jumeirah; Health Bay; Berexia Digital)
January 1, 2021 - Present
Marketing consultant for multiple local and international clients, providing strategy development and execution across branding, digital marketing, events, and communications to drive awareness and revenue.
Marketing Director at NStyle International
January 1, 2018 - April 1, 2020
Developed and oversaw all marketing plans and initiatives for the group (NStyle Beauty Lounge, Urban Male Lounge, Sapori Restaurant Group, Bice Mare). Led branding, digital, social, PR, events, graphic design, and direct marketing; created brand standards; managed budgets and ROI; aligned internal and external communications.
Marketing Manager & Brand Development at Bedashing Beauty Lounge, LLC
July 1, 2017 - January 31, 2018
Created new brand strategy and identity; developed franchising materials; standardized brand guidelines; planned external/internal communications and branding; explored new markets with feasibility studies; built partnerships and PR plans; managed budgets.
Marketing Manager at Sisters Beauty Lounge, LLC
March 1, 2016 - June 30, 2017
Formulated and implemented external/internal branding, managed the annual marketing plan for seven locations, built media/influencer relationships, organized launch events, oversaw social media, PR, and loyalty programs; controlled budgets and ROI.
Marketing Manager at Cosmos Properties
March 1, 2012 - September 30, 2015
Developed marketing strategy for Cosmos Properties’ restaurant and hotel; conducted market research; managed yearly marketing plan and PR; nurtured customer relationships and social media presence; prepared monthly performance reports.
Senior Account Executive at Young & Rubicam
May 1, 2008 - March 31, 2012
Coordinated Canada’s $10M+ Ford account; planned media and integrated marketing strategies; managed budget control and forecasts; maintained executive relationships; oversaw production and online content; conducted competitive analysis and client meetings.
Marketing & Events at Mills Brothers
October 1, 2007 - July 31, 2012
Hosted VIP events and launches, built a Noir Loyalty Program, and leveraged loyalty through events and personalized activity; managed brand events and in-store promotions.
Intern – Store Management at Nordstrom
May 1, 2006 - September 30, 2006
Tracked weekly sales, identified opportunities to improve sales and store profitability, assisted stylists, merchandised floor, and supported seasonal buys.
Marketing Coordinator (Intern) at Bell Aliant
September 1, 2005 - December 31, 2005
Organized weekly sales reports, developed marketing proposals, managed print ads and shoots, analyzed local market competition, and supported marketing campaigns.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce, Marketing Management at Dalhousie University
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2007
Luxury Brand Management at London College of Fashion
January 11, 2030 - May 1, 2015

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Consumer Goods