Career Highlights

  • AcademicDeveloped and instructed undergraduate courses in visual arts and culture studies.

    Faculty member, Yorkville University and the Toronto Film School. Contract course development and teaching appointments with Parsons School of Design (Paris), KU Leuven, University of Oxford, University of Toronto and Toronto Metropolitan University.

  • Research Application of compositional mathematics and Gestalt visual theory to contemporary lens-based visual arts.

    Critical examination of Jay Hambidge’s dynamic symmetry and compositional frame ratios as interpreted by artificial intelligence.

    Empirical testing of Gestalt principles developed in the 1950s against contemporary display technologies.

  • Communications and Visual Arts Anchor, Reporter, and Live-to-Air Analyst (BBC and CNN International); more than 5,000 broadcast appearances reaching an average global audience of 85 million.

    Produced gallery-based installations and photographic essay/documentary projects integrating visual practice with research-driven approaches.

  • Writing Contract writer for BBC (Business Matters, Panorama, Budget Specials), CNN Special Programs, and CNBC Creative Solutions, with a specialization in factual and documentary programing.

    Authored commissioned articles for international newspapers including Financial Times, The Times of London, and The Guardian, contributing analysis on culture, and creative industries.

    Completed a novel manuscript, currently under consideration for publication.

Employment
History
Professor

Yorkville University | Toronto Film School

2020 — 2025 Toronto

Course leader for two core courses and four electives spanning all phases of the program.

Provide instructional and curricular support for the Writing Program at Toronto Film School.

Active participant in institutional governance, serving as a member of the Research Ethics Board, Academic Council, Senate, Admissions Committee, and Faculty Hiring Committee.

Communications

Independant Contractor

2010 — 2025 Toronto London

Anchor, contributor and expert analyst for international broadcasters including BBC World Service, BNN (CTV News), CNBC, and CNN International, with an estimated cumulative weekly audience exceeding 85 million.

Regular speaker and moderator at international conferences and public forums, averaging 40+ events annually.

Produced bespoke media content for corporate and broadcasting clients, including primary and secondary research, analytical reports, and supporting collateral.

Research Director

Corporate Executive Board

2005 — 2010 London

Directed and maintained the annual research agenda for the TowerGroup brand in Europe.

Managed a team of senior analysts, guiding research methodologies, outputs, and strategic priorities.

Developed, taught, and updated undergraduate-level courses for client universities through the organization’s educational support initiatives.

Supervised the TowerGroup public relations program, recruiting and managing PR and agency relationships.

Expanded research visibility by increasing media citations from 5 to 500 per month within eight months.

Research Director

Gartner

2000 — 2005 Paris

Authored research-based analyses with a focus on emerging technologies and innovation adoption.

Supervised cross-disciplinary research projects examining behavioral trends, brand perceptions, market dynamics, and geographic opportunities.

Served as communication advisor to clients of Gartner’s emerging technology investment vehicles, providing evidence-based guidance on strategy and risk.D

eveloped educational materials to support regulatory compliance, operational improvement, and stakeholder communication initiatives.

Investment Banking Communications

Robertson Stephens

1995 — 2000 Hong Kong

Directed six IPO roadshows, leading due diligence, research, and collateral development.

Guided two companies through the complete IPO process, from initial preparation to market launch.

Managed the identification, evaluation, and placement of a venture fund across 25 companies throughout Asia.

Provided strategic advisory services linking financial research to regional market opportunities.

Communication and Research

BMO Nesbitt Burns

1990 — 1995 Toronto

Conceptualized, managed, and moderated five IPO roadshows across four continents; moderated an additional four international investor events.

Directed on-site data acquisition, authored promotional collateral, and prepared regulatory filing documentation for IPOs, including IMAX and Corel.

Coordinated research programs for 14 syndications and contributed data to multiple corporate actions, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Education

  • 2021Masters of Fine Arts

    Ryerson University

  • 2019Diploma in Creative Writing

    University of Toronto

  • 2019Diploma in Creative Writing

    University of Toronto

  • 2008Journalism and Production

    BBC Academy

  • 2008Media Training

    J. Walter Thomposn

  • 1993Bachelor of Arts

    Ryerson University