Winnie Yan
About Winnie Yan
Winnie Yan is an Account Development Manager at General Mills with a background in business administration and management.
Current Position at General Mills
Winnie Yan has been serving as an Account Development Manager at General Mills since September 2019. In this role, she focuses on developing and managing strategic accounts, fostering strong client relationships, and driving revenue growth for the company. Her responsibilities include identifying new business opportunities, negotiating contracts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet business objectives.
Experience at Government of Canada
Winnie Yan gained valuable experience at the Government of Canada, where she worked as a Program Services Intern from 2018 to 2019. During her tenure, she was involved in supporting various government programs and services. This role allowed her to develop skills in program management, policy implementation, and administrative support.
Customer Development at Tree of Life Canada
In 2017, Winnie Yan completed a 7-month internship as a Customer Development Intern at Tree of Life Canada in Mississauga, Ontario. This position enabled her to gain hands-on experience in customer development, working closely with clients to understand their needs and deliver tailored solutions. She also assisted in the execution of sales strategies and supported the customer relations team.
Education at York University
Winnie Yan studied at the Schulich School of Business at York University, where she earned her International Bachelor of Business Administration (iBBA) degree from 2015 to 2019. The program provided her with a strong foundation in business principles, including finance, marketing, and international business, preparing her for her career in account management and development.
Exchange Program at Chinese University of Hong Kong
Winnie Yan participated in an exchange program at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, where she studied Business Administration and Management, General, for 11 months in 2018. This opportunity allowed her to gain a global perspective on business practices and enhance her intercultural communication skills, further enriching her educational and professional background.