Yaser Awad
About Yaser Awad
Yaser Awad serves as the National Finance Leader for Brown-Forman in Canada, a position he has held since 2016. He has a background in finance with extensive experience at Nestlé, where he held various roles from financial analyst to finance team lead over a span of six years.
Work at Brown-Forman
Yaser Awad has been serving as the National Finance Leader for Canada at Brown-Forman since 2016. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing financial operations and strategic financial planning for the Canadian market. His tenure at Brown-Forman has spanned over eight years, during which he has contributed to the company's financial performance and operational efficiency.
Previous Experience at Nestlé
Prior to his current position, Yaser Awad held various roles at Nestlé from 2010 to 2016. He began as a Financial Settlement Analyst and progressed to a Finance Team Lead. His responsibilities included financial analysis and planning for customer development channels, specifically with Walmart and Loblaws. He also served as a Manager for Financial Planning and Analysis within the Nutrition Business segment.
Education and Expertise
Yaser Awad earned his Bachelor's degree from York University, where he studied from 2007 to 2010. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in finance, which he has applied throughout his career in various financial roles across different sectors.
Career Progression
Yaser Awad's career has shown a clear progression in the finance sector, particularly within Nestlé. He transitioned from a Financial Settlement Analyst to more senior roles, including Senior Financial Analyst and Finance Team Lead, before moving to his current leadership position at Brown-Forman. This trajectory reflects his growing expertise and leadership capabilities in financial management.