Jesse Lam
About Jesse Lam
Jesse Lam is a Procurement Specialist with extensive experience in the insurance and procurement sectors. He has held positions at Desjardins Groupe D'assurances Générales, Canopy Growth Corporation, and Export Development Canada since 2015.
Work at Canopy Growth
Jesse Lam has been employed at Canopy Growth Corporation as a Procurement Specialist since 2018. In this role, Lam is responsible for managing procurement operations and ensuring efficient supply chain processes. Prior to this position, Lam briefly worked in Procurement Operations at Canopy Growth in 2018. This experience has contributed to Lam's understanding of the cannabis industry and procurement strategies.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to the role at Canopy Growth, Jesse Lam serves as a Property and Casualty Insurance Agent at Desjardins Groupe D'assurances Générales since 2015. Lam also works as a Procurement Advisor at Export Development Canada since 2019. These positions involve various responsibilities, including advising on procurement strategies and managing insurance-related tasks, showcasing Lam's diverse expertise in both procurement and insurance sectors.
Education and Expertise
Jesse Lam studied Commerce with a focus on Finance at the University of Ottawa from 2005 to 2009. Lam has also completed multiple Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) courses, covering essential topics such as principles and practices of insurance, property insurance, and automobile insurance. Additionally, Lam has started the Canadian Securities Course (CSC), having completed the first exam and currently progressing through the second.
Professional Background
Jesse Lam has a varied professional background, including roles in customer service and insurance. Prior to joining Canopy Growth, Lam worked at Travelers as a Personal Insurance Underwriter from 2012 to 2014 and at TD as a Customer Account Specialist from 2014 to 2015. Lam also held positions at Best Buy Canada and Emploi Et Développement Social Canada, gaining valuable experience in customer relations and administrative support.
Achievements in Licensing and Certification
Jesse Lam achieved a 91% pass mark in the Insurance Agent - Other Than Life (OTL) licensing exam, completed on April 1, 2015. This accomplishment reflects Lam's proficiency in insurance knowledge and regulatory requirements. The completion of multiple CIP courses further demonstrates Lam's commitment to professional development in the insurance industry.