Jennifer Sawula
About Jennifer Sawula
Jennifer Sawula is the Senior Manager of Media at CIBC, with a diverse background in media and communications, and an extensive educational history in business and management.
Current Title and Role at CIBC
Jennifer Sawula is the Senior Manager, Media at CIBC. She has been serving in this role since 2019. Jennifer’s tenure at CIBC is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Her position focuses on managing media-related activities and strategies for the company, leveraging her extensive background in media planning and management.
Previous Roles in Media and Advertising
Before joining CIBC, Jennifer held significant roles in media and advertising. From 2015 to 2019, she was the Account Director at MediaCom in the Toronto, Canada Area. Prior to MediaCom, she spent several years at Starcom Mediavest Group, where she progressed through various strategic positions. From 2013 to 2015, she was the Associate Connections Director, following her roles as Strategy Manager (2012-2013), Strategy Supervisor (2011-2012), Strategy Planner (2010-2011), and Assistant Strategy Planner (2008-2009).
Early Career Experience
Jennifer’s early career includes roles outside of the media industry. From 2007 to 2008, she was the Regional Sales Manager at OnStar in Oshawa. She also worked as a Data Maintenance Coordinator for Disney Cruise Line from 2006 to 2007 in Port Canaveral, FL. These positions provided her with a solid foundation in sales management and data coordination before transitioning into media and advertising.
Educational Background in Business and Management
Jennifer Sawula has a robust educational background in business and management. She earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Lazaridis School of Business & Economics at Wilfrid Laurier University, completing her studies from 2016 to 2019. Additionally, she attended the University of Glasgow for the European Summer School for Advanced Management (ESSAM) in 2018 and the Institute of Communications Agencies (ICA) where she obtained her CAAP (Communications and Advertising Accredited Professional) in 2013. She also holds an Honours Bachelor of Commerce (H. BCom) with a focus on Marketing & International Business and Minor in Labour Studies from McMaster University, completed from 2002 to 2006.
International Studies and Special Programs
Jennifer broadened her international perspective through various studies and special programs. She attended the University of Glasgow for the European Summer School for Advanced Management (ESSAM) in 2018. In 2005, she studied International Business at the IÉSEG School of Management, completing the International Management Program. These experiences have contributed to her global understanding and strategic management skills.