Career Exploration Video & Audio
Career Conversations Panel: Entrepreneurship & Consulting
Recorded October 5, 2010
During this panel, professionals with careers in Entrepreneurship & Consulting shared their personal stories about breaking into the field, how their career paths took them from graduation to where they are now, what knowledge, skills and experience helped them succeed in their jobs and what types of opportunities are available in the field.
| Entrepreneurship & Consulting Panel: Full Session |
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Panelist Introductions
Satish Kanwar
Partner, Jet Cooper
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Co-op Specialist, University of Toronto Scarborough, 2008
I started a company called Jet Cooper in May 2009 after debating the entrepreneurial path for many years. Today, we're a digital experience agency creating smart, relevant and beautiful experiences for a variety of startups, brands and people. Part marketer, entrepreneur and geek, my background includes technology, product and channel marketing. I also organize events in the city such as TEDxToronto, Twestival Toronto and Lean Coffee Toronto.
| Entrepreneurship & Consulting Panel: Satish Kanwar Intro |
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Robert Martellacci, M.A. EdTech
President & Publisher, MindShare Learning
York Alumnus:
BA Economics, York University, 1984
After a successful university administration career, I was recruited to the private sector where I served as country manager, launching The Learning Company School Divisions, the arm of TLC, a leading educational software publisher that was eventually acquired by Mattel. Then the dot-com's came calling which led to my experience with LearningStation, the first education focused application service provider (ASP). I served as Canadian vice-president, sales and marketing and was also responsible for international markets. My international scope includes Australia, the Middle East, and South America. I maintain close ties to my alma mater, where I serve on the board of the Institute for Research on Learning Technology.
| Entrepreneurship & Consulting Panel: Robert Martellacci Intro |
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Susan Atkinson
Research Assistant, York University
York Alumna: BA Psychology, York University, 2002
I have always been the adventurous type, never really understanding the word 'No' or 'Can't'; this led me to being comfortable with what others call a Take Risks attitude. An opportunity was presented to me to be a partner in a gas and oil company; I said yes immediately, and with my financial background I started a company and experienced the excitement of being an entrepreneur in the corporate world.
| Entrepreneurship & Consulting Panel: Susan Atkinson Intro |
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Eugen Spivak
Program Director, CIBC
York Alumnus:
Masters of Business Administration (MBA), Schulich School of Business, York University, 2006; BSc Computer Science, York University, 1999
My background is in project/program management and technology where I acted as a consultant, employee, and entrepreneur within a variety of industries. This ranges from the public sector to banking, energy to telecommunications. My goal is to help make others, and as the result myself, more successful! I would like to share my learnings with you, so please do not be shy to ask, and you can always find me on LinkedIn. Best of luck in your undertakings!
| Entrepreneurship & Consulting Panel: Eugen Spivak Intro |
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Questions & Answers
| What are some of the skills necessary for succeeding in this field? |
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| What advice would you have for students interested in a career of this nature? |
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| What websites would you recommend for mentorship programs and other resources? |
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| How do you pick a good partner? |
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| Have you had people who have helped you along the way? |
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| How can I build up skills and experience for a career in management consulting? |
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| When starting a new business, how long is it typically until you can expect to realize financial compensation? |
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