Ryan Stoddard
About Ryan Stoddard
Ryan Stoddard is the Territory Manager for Atlantic Canada at Sundial Cannabis, a position he has held since 2020. He has a background in finance, having earned a Bachelor of Commerce from Dalhousie University, and has extensive experience in sales and relationship development across various industries.
Work at SNDL
Ryan Stoddard has been serving as the Territory Manager for Atlantic Canada at Sundial Cannabis since 2020. Based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, he has focused on developing sales plans aimed at key demographics within the region. His responsibilities include setting up point of purchase displays to enhance brand awareness both on and off premises. Stoddard has leveraged his academic and athletic connections from Dalhousie University to foster relationships and identify opportunities for Sundial Growers.
Education and Expertise
Ryan Stoddard holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance from Dalhousie University, where he studied from 2008 to 2011. He also attended St. Francis Xavier University for one year from 2007 to 2008. Prior to that, he completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma at Upper Canada College from 2004 to 2007. His educational background has equipped him with the financial acumen necessary for his roles in sales and management.
Background
Before joining Sundial Cannabis, Ryan Stoddard accumulated diverse work experience in sales and operations. He worked at Labatt Breweries of Canada as Tech Sales/Sales Operations Manager for six years, from 2013 to 2019, also in Halifax. His earlier roles include a position as a Field Service & Sales Representative at Eastlink for three months in 2012 and as an Assistant Information/Outreach Officer at ACOA - APECA for four months in 2011. Stoddard also gained experience as a Commerce Student at Dalhousie University from 2009 to 2014.
Achievements
In his current role at Sundial Cannabis, Ryan Stoddard has been instrumental in developing sales strategies tailored to the Atlantic Canada market. His efforts in setting up point of purchase displays have contributed to increased brand visibility. Additionally, he has successfully built relationships through both academic and athletic channels during his time at Dalhousie University, which have been beneficial in his professional endeavors.