Chris Bedford

President

About

Constantly thinking about the interplay between brands, creativity and business. And how to enable others to make a difference in the world.

Country

Canada

City

Calgary

Industry

Design

Skill

Marketing Strategy, Brand Communication, Strategic Planning, Integrated Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Creative Strategy, Corporate Branding, Brand Architecture, Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Management, New Business Development, Corporate Governance, Not for Profit, Reputation Management, Public Speaking, Corporate Communications, Digital Media, Brand Development

Experience

President

Bed4ord&Co

2018 - Present · 8 yrs

Calgary, Canada Area

President & CEO

Bed4ord&Co

1994-11 - Present · 31 yrs 11 mos

Calgary, Canada Area

President & CEO

Karo Group, Inc.

1996-1 - Present · 30 yrs 9 mos

Set the game. Select the players. Inspire the team to succeed.

Director Client Services

Karo Design Calgary

1994 - 1996 · 2 yrs

I brought new thinking, new services and new approaches to the organization that allowed us to expand our offering and our reach in the market.

Senior Vice President, Director Client Services

BBDO Worldwide

1992-1 - 1994 · 2 yrs

I effectively led teams that deliver impactful strategies and ideas that moved the needle for our clients businesses.

Vice President, General Manager

McKim Advertising

1989-8 - 1992 · 2 yrs

I built a team, developed new business and led our organization to become a recognized creative leader in our market.

Education

University of Manitoba

Marketing

1979 - 1983 · 4 yrs

Marketing Major

University of Manitoba

Marketing

1979 - 1983 · 4 yrs

Member of the student council. Involved in fundraising activities for the construction of a new business school. Owned and operated a student travel company.