11 Business President jobs in Canada

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Senior Vice President – Business Development

Promote the company as a top provider of call center and collections strategy solutions. Develop and execute sales strategies that will increase revenues and profits. Source new business development opportunities and maintain relationships with existing/new clients while developing new leads with these clients. Work with departments within organization to ensure prompt and effective customer service.

• Research and gather data on marketing trends, competitive services and pricing
• Monitors external and internal environment for development of new market segments
• Generate leads through cold calling, networking and leveraging existing contact base
• Produces business plans for new product development
• Performs sales presentations to prospective clients
• Interacts with existing customers to increase sales of services
• Build, manage and optimize B2B relationships
• Closes new business deals by coordinating requirements; developing and negotiating contracts; integrating contract requirements with business operations
• Utilize consultative selling skills to understand and exceed customer’s business needs
• Maintain concentration and focus in order to meet performance goals
• React positively to an ongoing, changing, growing environment (start-up culture)
• Demonstrate the ability to handle pressure when attempting to meet deadlines and performance goals
• Maintain good working relationship with assigned supervisors and coworkers
• Perform additional duties as required by management from time to time

Education

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university

Experience

• 3-5 + years’ experience in a call center or sales environment is preferred
• Outside sales required
• Experience in contract negotiations, program management, and business to business sales

Computer Experience

Basic understanding of Windows-based operating systems.  Ability to assist in the construction of business development material and presentations.

Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated ability and track record of success
• Must be able to overcome objections, be a problem solver, and use data to forecast impending situations
• Must have excellent interpersonal skills and excel in one-on-one meetings as well as group presentations
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Self-motivated, high energy and an enthusiastic attitude; demonstrates a need to win
• Ability to persuade and influence others
• Must be career driven with an exceptional focus to achieving results
• The ability to thrive in a competitive, results-driven environment is essential
• Manage time effectively
• Solve problems or issues that may come up

Seniority Level

Vice President / Director

Industry

• Financial Services
• Operations
• Information Technology & Services

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Functions

• Sales
• Business Development
• Account Management

A career as a Associate Vice President, Business Development with the Calgary Commercial Banking Team at CWB, a part of National Bank you will lead and achieve strategic business development objectives to build and maintain a high-value portfolio of large, diversified commercial clients. This job allows you to have a positive impact on the organization through your relationship building skills, financial acumen and commercial lending knowledge.

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Company Overview

A leading Canadian content company known for the creation, production, and distribution of high-caliber dramatic series is expanding its senior leadership team. With a strong track record of delivering innovative and globally resonant scripted content, the company is entering its next phase of growth through strategic partnerships and international co-productions.

Role Overview

The Senior Vice President, Business & Legal Affairs will play a key leadership role in driving strategic business affairs, global partnerships, and co-production activity. This executive will lead negotiations, structure complex financing deals, and oversee international rights and legal frameworks that support the packaging and delivery of major scripted content across borders.

This is a hybrid role that blends the acumen of a business-minded producer with deep legal and financial fluency. The successful candidate will have proven experience working with global streamers, major broadcasters, funders, and co-production partners across multiple jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Lead the companys business affairs strategy across development, production, and post.
• Serve as the senior liaison with key external stakeholders including broadcasters, legal counsel, funders, and distributors.
• Represent the company in high-level dealmaking and business development negotiations.
• Oversee international and interprovincial co-productions, including project structuring and compliance.

Global Partnerships & Deal Structuring

• Identify and execute strategic partnerships with international production companies, distributors, and streaming platforms.
• Negotiate and close complex co-production and financing agreements, including international treaty co-productions.
• Secure rights to high-value IP and work with legal teams across jurisdictions (e.g., Canada, U.S., U.K., EU).
• Lead pre-sale efforts and manage multi-part financing structures for scripted content.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with internal teams (Development, Production, Legal, Finance) to ensure consistent deal execution.
• Oversee documentation, closings, and legal deliverables on major deals.
• Ensure creative, operational, and commercial objectives are aligned across all projects.

Funding & Compliance

• Supervise applications and reporting for external funding sources (e.g., CMF, Ontario Creates, Bell Fund, NOHFC).
• Ensure compliance with Canadian content regulations (CAVCO, CRTC) and international treaty obligations.
• Maintain oversight on rights management, copyright, and funder deliverables.

Leadership & Operations

• Lead and mentor a high-performing Business Affairs team.
• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement in dealmaking processes.
• Represent the company at key industry events and markets.

Qualifications

• 1525 years of senior-level experience in business affairs, television production, or media law.
• Demonstrated success in leading international negotiations and structuring multi-party deals.
• Deep knowledge of Canadian financing tools and international co-production agreements.
• Strong industry relationships with global buyers, distributors, streamers, and legal stakeholders.
• Background in rights management, IP acquisition, and production financing.
• Legal or business degree preferred; fluency in both English and French is a strong asset.

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Job Description

Why DUCA?

We’re a vibrant, exciting credit union that lives its "profits with a purpose" philosophy in every financial transaction, product, interest rate, and community initiative we offer. Founded in 1954, DUCA has grown from a single branch credit union in Toronto to 19 branches across Southern Ontario with over 85,000 Members we are proud to serve.

We exist to help People, Businesses and Communities Do More, Be More, and Achieve More™ .

DUCA ( is distinguished for the following:

• Positive, un-big bank like service experience delivered through Member-facing staff in branch, on the phone (Member-Connect) and via our Mobile mortgage specialists, Wealth Management advisors and Commercial and Business Banking Account Managers.
• Competitive rates.
• Personalized financial solutions, guidance, and service with the lowest possible fees for both Personal and Business Members.
• Profit sharing among Members.
• Multiple ways to bank—online, mobile app, phone/full-service Member Connect Contact Centre, and, of course, in-branch—DUCA is accessible 24/7
• A community philosophy of “profits with a purpose” culminating in the creation of the DUCA Impact Lab ( a charitable foundation committed to helping the credit challenged and underbanked. This led to DUCA's designation as a B-Corp certified organization, the first ever credit union to receive this global recognition.

A career with DUCA means you’ll find endless opportunities to make a difference with your unique abilities and perspectives. Our people live their purpose while helping others Do more, Be more and Achieve more with their money and their lives. At DUCA, you’ll be part of a vibrant and collaborative team where you’ll be supported to excel and make an impact, no matter what role you play.

Vice President, Commercial & Business Banking

DUCA is looking for a Vice President, Commercial & Business Banking to join our growing team!

Job Purpose & Summary

Reporting to the Chief Commercial Banking Officer, the Vice President, Commercial & Business Banking will independently develop new business, manage Member relationships, and oversee a complex deposit and loan portfolio consisting of term financing and operating loans for both the Commercial (> $1MM) and Business Banking (<$MM) segments of DUCA’s Commercial Banking platform. In addition to contributing to DUCA’s overall commercial strategy, this role will proactively develop and execute the strategy and tactics related to commercial and business banking financing with a focus on, and primary accountability for, achieving risk objectives and financial targets.

The VP, Commercial & Business Banking is an experienced leader who creates a positive, collaborative environment while building a well-respected and identified in-market brand that aligns with DUCA’s values and purpose of helping Members ‘Do more, Be more, and Achieve more’ with their money and their lives.

Key Accountabilities & Duties

• Lead by example: consistently demonstrate DUCA’s values of “Bringing out the best in others”, “Doing what’s right even when it’s difficult”, and “Making what’s possible happen”
• Lead and direct a high-performing Commercial & Business Banking team; ensure annual and long-term direction is understood and objectives met; create a culture that fosters engagement, passion, and enthusiasm for DUCA’s vision, mission, and values; embed a Member-service excellence approach within DUCA’s established risk framework
• Lead the development and execution of the commercial banking strategy; develop and maintain a profitable commercial term loan portfolio of complex loans valued between $1MM-$30MM which include term fina cing, commercial mortgages, and participations in loans led by other credit unions or FIs in these sectors
• Lead the development and execution of the business banking strategy; develop and maintain a profitable business banking portfolio of loans valued between 50K - 1MM
• Oversee DUCA’s Cash Management initiatives as they relate to deposit gathering for key strategic sectors, such as the Condominium and M.U.S.H sectors
• Oversee the Account Opening Team who will be responsible for opening all Commercial and Business Banking accounts; develop and implement a centralized Business Banking account opening process for DUCA’s branch network
• Leverage relationships with existing Members and other financial intermediaries to source new deposit relationships and loan applications; solicit business opportunities from brokers, vendor relationships, and credit union affiliations
• Review and, where necessary, underwrite credit applications providing products and services which meet the clients’ needs while adhering to DUCA’s lending policies and practices; actively monitor the assigned portfolios to ensure accounts are operating as authorized and take measures necessary to remedy non-performing assets; oversee and act as a point of escalation for applications within the Commercial & Business Banking team
• Implement and oversee all Government loan programs for both segments; work with other DUCA departments to ensure the funding and reporting requirements for these loans are adhered to
• Build strong relationships with DUCA leaders across the organization to foster open, candid lines of communication and effective processes are in place that will ensure AOP metrics are met and the Member experience in both segments is viewed as best in class within our trading area
• Build organizational and product visibility at local and regional levels; represent DUCA at community, business networking, and trade association events; join key industry associations to promote DUCA’s commercial and business banking brand within our trading area while also gathering market information

Occupational Experience & Education Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in business, finance, or related area
• EMBA or MBA an asset
• Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in mid-market commercial lending, small business lending, relationship management, cash management and/or commercial risk management
• Minimum 8 years of people management experience with senior level leadership experience preferred
• Exposure to syndicated and/or shared commercial financing
• Sales management experience required

Knowledge, Skills & Attributes

• Seasoned professional with in-depth commercial banking industry knowledge as well as an entrepreneurial drive including a high level of business development, networking, and lead generation skills
• Strong leadership skills with a proven ability to maximize employee engagement, build, retain, and manage a highly motivated sales team
• Proven abilities in coaching, mentoring, and individual employee development towards consistent performance and sales results
• Strong Member-service excellence mindset with the ability to integrate this approach throughout their team
• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen to see the big picture and identify emerging risks and opportunities
• Highly developed negotiation and influencing skills
• Problem solving and issue resolution skills
• Strong business development, leadership, sales, and relationship management skills
• Strong commitment to building DUCA’s Commercial Banking brand in the GTA and surrounding markets
• High level of analytical, credit assessment, and underwriting skills
• Demonstrated focus on profitability, portfolio growth, and asset quality
• Strong interpersonal, partnership, and collaboration skills
• Highly organized with the ability to multi-task and meet tight or conflicting priorities
• Ability to manage complexity and the requirement to conform with regulatory, legal, and ethical rules and norms
• High level of integrity, ethics and professionalism; proven ability to maintain sensitive and highly confidential information

Working Conditions

Normal office environment with some travel and after-hours requirements to attend networking and business development events

Department: Commercial Banking

Primary Location: Corporate Office, 5255 Yonge Street, North York

Employment Status: Full-Time

Hours per Week: 38

Number of Vacancies: 1

DUCA is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Recruitment related accommodations will be provided upon request.

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their application. Applications must include a resume.

We thank all applicants but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Vice President, Business Development and Marketing

Hybrid (EST preferred), Montreal, Ottawa, or GTA | Full-Time

About the Company

Our client is a Canadian technology startup that originated from PhD research and has spent the last decade focused on deep R&D in photonic sensing. With a team of just over a dozen engineers and scientists, they have recently entered their commercialization phase and launched market-ready LiDAR and photonic sensor solutions designed for next-generation navigation systems.

With early sales already secured and a pipeline of qualified leads in place, the company is now focused on accelerating growth. They are looking for a strategic yet hands-on Vice President of Business Development and Marketing to take full ownership of the commercial function. This role reports directly to the CEO and plays a foundational role in the company’s growth strategy.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible compensation packages based on experience and performance
• Equity ownership with stock options
• Commission on proof-of-concepts and signed sales contracts
• Dental and vision care benefits
• International travel opportunities, approximately 25 percent
• Opportunity to help scale a deeply technical, high-potential startup

Who You Are

You are a builder with a strong technical background who is energized by the idea of scaling a company from the ground up. You are driven, independent, and thrive in a low-structure, entrepreneurial environment. You do not wait for leads to come to you. You are proactive, creative, and highly organized when it comes to business development and relationship-building.

You bring the commercial energy and technical credibility to lead conversations with major drone, defense, and autonomous technology companies. You are not afraid to roll up your sleeves and wear multiple hats, and you enjoy being part of a small but growing team.

What You Bring to the Table

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, photonics, semiconductors, or a related technical field
• At least 10 years of experience in business development, preferably in sensor-based or hardware tech
• Proven track record of selling into markets such as military defense, drones, robotics, or automotive
• Experience managing the full sales cycle, from outbound outreach and pitching to closing deals
• Deep familiarity with startup culture and the challenges of building from scratch
• Proficiency in CRM tools, especially Pipedrive
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor your message to both technical and executive audiences
• Experience building outbound campaigns, managing trade shows, and establishing channel partnerships

Ready to lead the next wave of innovation in sensor technology? If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for business development and a technical edge, we want to hear from you. Apply now!

Vice President, Business Development and Marketing

Hybrid (EST preferred), Montreal, Ottawa, or GTA | Full-Time

About the Company

Our client is a Canadian technology startup that originated from PhD research and has spent the last decade focused on deep R&D in photonic sensing. With a team of just over a dozen engineers and scientists, they have recently entered their commercialization phase and launched market-ready LiDAR and photonic sensor solutions designed for next-generation navigation systems.

With early sales already secured and a pipeline of qualified leads in place, the company is now focused on accelerating growth. They are looking for a strategic yet hands-on Vice President of Business Development and Marketing to take full ownership of the commercial function. This role reports directly to the CEO and plays a foundational role in the company’s growth strategy.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible compensation packages based on experience and performance
• Equity ownership with stock options
• Commission on proof-of-concepts and signed sales contracts
• Dental and vision care benefits
• International travel opportunities, approximately 25 percent
• Opportunity to help scale a deeply technical, high-potential startup

Who You Are

You are a builder with a strong technical background who is energized by the idea of scaling a company from the ground up. You are driven, independent, and thrive in a low-structure, entrepreneurial environment. You do not wait for leads to come to you. You are proactive, creative, and highly organized when it comes to business development and relationship-building.

You bring the commercial energy and technical credibility to lead conversations with major drone, defense, and autonomous technology companies. You are not afraid to roll up your sleeves and wear multiple hats, and you enjoy being part of a small but growing team.

What You Bring to the Table

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, photonics, semiconductors, or a related technical field
• At least 10 years of experience in business development, preferably in sensor-based or hardware tech
• Proven track record of selling into markets such as military defense, drones, robotics, or automotive
• Experience managing the full sales cycle, from outbound outreach and pitching to closing deals
• Deep familiarity with startup culture and the challenges of building from scratch
• Proficiency in CRM tools, especially Pipedrive
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor your message to both technical and executive audiences
• Experience building outbound campaigns, managing trade shows, and establishing channel partnerships

Ready to lead the next wave of innovation in sensor technology? If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for business development and a technical edge, we want to hear from you. Apply now!

Vice President, Business Development and Marketing

Hybrid (EST preferred), Montreal, Ottawa, or GTA | Full-Time

About the Company

Our client is a Canadian technology startup that originated from PhD research and has spent the last decade focused on deep R&D in photonic sensing. With a team of just over a dozen engineers and scientists, they have recently entered their commercialization phase and launched market-ready LiDAR and photonic sensor solutions designed for next-generation navigation systems.

With early sales already secured and a pipeline of qualified leads in place, the company is now focused on accelerating growth. They are looking for a strategic yet hands-on Vice President of Business Development and Marketing to take full ownership of the commercial function. This role reports directly to the CEO and plays a foundational role in the company’s growth strategy.

Perks and Benefits

• Flexible compensation packages based on experience and performance
• Equity ownership with stock options
• Commission on proof-of-concepts and signed sales contracts
• Dental and vision care benefits
• International travel opportunities, approximately 25 percent
• Opportunity to help scale a deeply technical, high-potential startup

Who You Are

You are a builder with a strong technical background who is energized by the idea of scaling a company from the ground up. You are driven, independent, and thrive in a low-structure, entrepreneurial environment. You do not wait for leads to come to you. You are proactive, creative, and highly organized when it comes to business development and relationship-building.

You bring the commercial energy and technical credibility to lead conversations with major drone, defense, and autonomous technology companies. You are not afraid to roll up your sleeves and wear multiple hats, and you enjoy being part of a small but growing team.

What You Bring to the Table

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, photonics, semiconductors, or a related technical field
• At least 10 years of experience in business development, preferably in sensor-based or hardware tech
• Proven track record of selling into markets such as military defense, drones, robotics, or automotive
• Experience managing the full sales cycle, from outbound outreach and pitching to closing deals
• Deep familiarity with startup culture and the challenges of building from scratch
• Proficiency in CRM tools, especially Pipedrive
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor your message to both technical and executive audiences
• Experience building outbound campaigns, managing trade shows, and establishing channel partnerships

Ready to lead the next wave of innovation in sensor technology? If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for business development and a technical edge, we want to hear from you. Apply now!

Job Description

Reporting to the Chief Digital & Operations Officer, the Vice President, Project Management & Business Integration is a member of the senior leadership team, responsible for contributing to the development of strategies and for the development and execution of operational and business plans which support Assiniboine Credit Union / Caisse Assiniboine (ACU) in achieving its strategic goals in support of ACU’s vision, mission, purpose and aligned with ACU’s values.

As a senior leader, this role is key to supporting ACU’s commitment to rural and agricultural communities, francophone services and values-based banking and ACU’s triple bottom line accountability to people, planet, and prosperity.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Leadership

• Leads, develops, and mentors a high performing team of project management and business analysis professionals, to deliver and exceed expectations while coaching team members to realize their professional development goals.
• Adopts and sustains Engaging with Purpose practices including one on one coaching, observational coaching through team meetings and one-on-ones.
• Encourages creativity, ideation, and innovative thinking by all employees to move beyond traditional ways of doing things and push past status quo.
• Develops effective working relationships across all departments and with internal partners, acting as One Assiniboine to achieve ACU’s strategic objectives.
• Maintains overall department service levels and standards, ensuring team capabilities support the delivery and execution of strategic and operational plans to consistently deliver business outcomes.
• Accountable for the budgets of the department that ensure cost efficient corporate spending based on business need including all capital, operating and personnel expenditures.
• Informs the annual budget and goal planning process setting achievable and aspirational targets that are aligned to ACU’s strategic objectives.
• Implements workforce plans aligning resources based on organizational and operational needs, using data to inform decisions.
• Acts as an ambassador of ACU by being visible in the organization and the community in support of corporate and community initiatives.
• Champions ACU’s commitment to values-based banking, respectful workplace and diversity and inclusion.

Enterprise Planning & Execution

• Develops and implements a comprehensive project management office and business analysis strategy aligned with the ACU’s business goals and objectives.
• Leads the development of strategy for enterprise operational planning processes to transition strategic goals into tangible multi-year plans and detailed current year operating plans to achieve strategic KPIs and the balanced scorecard.
• Works with senior leadership and stakeholders to define and prioritize the portfolio of projects through ideation, opportunity assessment, business case, approval, planning, and implementation.
• Analyzes and identifies synergies and redundancies in opportunities and plans and collaborates to define transformational strategies and priorities based on organizational goals, objectives, and KPIs
• Provides strategic viewpoints and supporting material to support the change management processes.
• Coaches leaders in their ownership and accountability for leading change within their teams and beyond.
• Develops, defines, tracks, and analyzes performance and change success metrics for the adoption and impact of transformation initiatives.
• Identifies opportunities for evolution of tools and reporting practices to provide deeper insights and efficient and effective management of projects and initiatives within the portfolio
• Provides guidance and direction to project managers, ensuring that effective project controls are established and maintained for all projects within their span of control.
• As a strategic advisor, provides comprehensive guidance and coaching to executive project sponsors and project teams on the development of success criteria and measurable KPIs for individual programs and projects.

Partner & Vendor Relations

• Responsible for the development, maintenance and quality of all applicable partner, supplier and vendor relationships.
• Leads vendor management and leverages agreements to get the best value for the company, including holding vendors accountable to delivering within SLAs and contracts.
• Supports the vendor negotiation process considering the cross functional aspects of ACUs business; including but not limited to project management and ongoing support.

Regulation & Compliance

• Manage and mitigate risk through adherence to policy and procedure with focus on accuracy.
• Review and contribute to the development of policies and procedures to ensure compliance, internal control, and adherence to legislation.
• Accountable for leadership and coordination of internal and external audits to strengthen internal controls and operations.
• Support Internal Audit in the completion of regular reviews and audits and ensure accountability to resulting action plans.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business or equivalent plus 10 or more years of relevant experience with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a senior leadership role. Master level degrees in any of the related fields and the Project Management Professional (PMP) designation would be considered an asset.

In addition, the Vice President:

• Operates at the highest standard of ethical behavior as a leader by example.
• Is an effective leader of cross functional projects and teams and has a track record of successfully supporting individuals to develop professional capabilities and careers.
• Has the ability to navigate and lead others through conflicting priorities, in a fast-changing environment.
• Applies a broad and strategic organizational perspective to problem-solving and decision making.
• Is a systems and design thinker; thinks broadly, can see the big picture, and can effortlessly move into detail and specifics.
• Is experienced in developing strategy and execution plans from a member-centric perspective.
• Builds mutually valuable networks outside ACU and the credit union system.
• Is dedicated to quality coaching and professional development, supporting others to be excellent team leaders and people managers.
• Champions a commitment to quality service, competitive positioning, and convenient solutions in urban, rural, and agricultural communities.
• Understands the vital role the Francophone community plays in the vibrant tapestry of Manitoba and Canada and is dedicated to delivering on our commitment to provide continued access to services to Francophone members in French.
• Demonstrates a personal and professional connection with ACU’s money doing more purpose, integrates values-based leadership and triple bottom line accountability in day-to-day work.

Location & Work Environment

This position is anticipated to be fully remote or hybrid role; it will be a permanent full time role Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week). Employees on a hybrid work arrangement will be required to be in-office at least one day each week. Attendance at in person meeting would be an expectation irrespective of the work arrangement. The physical location for this role will be the Head Office located at 540 St Anne's Rd, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2M 5R7

Who we are:

As a Certified B Corporation® and one of Manitoba’s Top Employers (2025), the culture of Assiniboine Credit Union is supportive of the individual while focused on the greater community. You’ll be motivated by shared values and encouraged to always think about how, through financial sustainability, we can do more for our members, our employees and our community.

Choosing to work at Assiniboine Credit Union/ Caisse Assiniboine means that you’ll be working for an organization that…

• puts people, planet and prosperity first,
• values diversity and inclusion,
• is focused on social and environmental responsibility,
• supports employees through training programs and long-term career development,
• offers a competitive total compensation program which includes bonuses, a matched pension program, and health and dental benefits.

If doing things differently and doing more is part of who you are, join us on a rewarding journey where your personal aspirations and career goals can align.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit your resume and cover letter by Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025, 10:00 am. We thank everyone who applies but only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are committed to workforce diversity and actively recruit people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives reflecting the community in which we live and work. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials and activities used throughout the selection process.