1. Kenneth William Brown
39 Clubhouse Drive, Collingwood, ON Canada L9Y 4Z5 • 705.480.1004 • 416.560.7868 • laserbrown@rogers.com
Executive Profile
Senior-Level Executive • Product/Business Development • Key Business Strategist
~ DrivingOrganizationalSuccess through Executive Leadership, Market Penetration & Product Knowledge~
Versatile executive entrepreneur and businessstrategist wholeadscompaniesthrough change and challenge toprofitable
growth. Hands-on leader who keeps teams focused and productive during ups and downs of growth cycle. Experienced
visionary and business manager who resolves stagnant approaches and uncovers hidden opportunities. Tenacious
problem-solver who envisions smart solutions and executes with urgency across all areas of the organization. Expert
developer of high-performance cultures who skillfully navigates positive change management.
Experience developing practical strategies to enhance organizational development and success.
Range of experience spanning various markets with a key specializations, including finance & medical sales.
Solid background in elevating brand value by improving consistency of execution, engaging potential and
existing business partners, identifying new penetrable markets and introducing new product lines.
Advanced fundraising/event planning strengths with extensive experience in overseeing projects from initial
inception through execution. Successfully organized and executed multiple eventsand fundraisingcampaigns.
Great leadership qualities; experience building and leading a diverse work force. Highly professional,
enterprising, hands-on and caring management style combined with top work ethic and integrity.
~ Core Competencies ~
Business Management • Organizational Growth • Strategic and Tactical Planning
Profitability Improvements • Real Estate Development/Acquisitions • Risk Management • Productivity Enhancements
Stakeholder/Client Communications • Cross-Functional Leadership • Team Building and Leadership
Financial Management • Marketing Strategy • Business Modeling • Client/Community Engagement
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CEO • SWT Therapy Inc. Collingwood, ON Canada (affiliate to SWT Therapy SRL-Caribbean) 2006 – Present
Directly responsible for profitability, sales and service for exclusive distributor of Storz Medical Products for the
Caribbean market. Define and implement longand short-term objectives;oversee dailyoperations, policyimplementation,
salesand marketingand strategicdirection. Promote an environment of mutual trust and respect, demandingthe highest
ethical standards from staff and management.
Developed and executed strategic marketing plan, which focused on penetrating the Caribbean market,
introducing new therapeutic medical technology.
Cultivated and fostered strong relationships with potential clients, including physicians and medical offices.
Spearheaded the development of cutting-edge marketing solutions that significantlyenhanced revenue growth.
Established and executed core business model with corresponding marketing, sales and growth strategies.
Envisioned, designed and executed brand-building, profit-growing initiative while overseeingsales, marketing,
client relations and product positioning functions.
Evaluated company strategy and growth potential; developed improvementsand enhancementsin order to build
new business and uncover new revenue stream opportunities.
Organized a donation of medical equipment to a large university; assisted the university in developing
curriculum for medical students focused on theory and practical use of current medical technology.
Expanded operations to Canada; introduced Storz productsto the Canadian market, initiallyin Ontario focusing on
partnership programs with medical clinics and other health professionals
Work closely with public and private healthcare facilities, hospitals and rehabilitation clinics to introduce new
products, boost sales and increase overall profitability.
Selected by U.S. Storz Distributor CEO to open new market initiallyon the Eastern Seaboard startingin Florida;
currentlydevelopingthe market.
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President & CEO • Conquest Development Corporation, Victoria, BC 1995 – 2006
Leveraged advanced strategic business planning skills to manage operations for company focused on acquiring under-
developed commercial properties for renovation/remodeling projects. Handled a broad scope of projects, including
upgrades and renovations of strip malls, office building and multi-residential complexes.
Administered and monitored project budgets for all acquisitions to ensure profitability.
Prepared strategic plans and business models to measure revenue potential for acquisitions and sales.
Provided complete oversight of all operations, includingcommercial real estate buying, zoning, financial functions,
contract negotiations and construction management.
Established, managemed and maintained Health and Safety protocols in conjunction with municipal, provincial
and federal guidelines.
Projects ranged in size up to $120M.
ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Director • DisabilityResource Center
Assisted center in creatingself-sustainable revenue sources; founded Sustainable Employment NetworkInc. (owned by4
non-profits), which helps prepare disabled individuals enter the workforce. Served as first Chairman of the Board.
Instructor • Universityof Victoria
Taught Business Strategy course at University of Victoria; provided an engaging learning environment to assist all
students in achieving their academic goals and building a solid foundation of business skills.
Regional VP • Firstline Trust Company – Counsel Corp.
Recruited to serve in an executive leadership role for this subsidiary of Counsel Corp offering loan origination products
through agents and principals.Reorganized businessplan/strategiesto improve overall profit margin. Refocused efforts
on targeting mortgage-backed securities market. Personally responsible for originating largest bulk loan in company’s
history, $120M. Played an integral role in sale of Firstline to CIBC, assisting principal in receiving substantial profit.
CEO/Founder • Wescor Financial and FSI Financial
Founded financial company/agents for 12 trust companies and banks that provided both deposit taking and lending.
Developed and managed a store front operation realizing~$5M in monthly deposits. Introduced new products to sell in
order to increase profit, including mutual funds and securities. Sold company after being recruited to Firstline.
Manager • Island RealtyInvestments
Managed operationsfor the private lender in Victoria, BC. Oversaw private client fund investments, served asloansofficer
for real estate and business loans and oversaw the loan portfolio. Company was sold to First Island Investments.
EDUCATION
Master of Business Administration • Canadian School of Management – University of King’s College
Bachelor of Arts • University of Victoria
Chartered Accountancy Program (All Courses Completed) • International Firm of Johnson Rickard and Co.
AFFILIATIONS
Former Chairman – Housing and Urban Development Association of Canada (HUDAC) – Economic Council Committee
Former Director – Housing and Urban Development Association of Canada (HUDAC)
Former Director – Victoria Chamber of Commerce
COMMUNITY OUTREACH
Chaired the Conference for Entrepreneurswith Disabilitiesorganization.
o Secured various celebrities/personalitiesfor events, includingChristopher Reevesand Paul McCartney.
Raised significant funds for OlympicKids at the Royal Victoria Yacht Club.