Steve Nishida
About Steve Nishida
Steve Nishida is an accomplished Account Executive at Teads, recognized for his significant sales achievements, including selling the largest insertion order in the company's Canada history. He has a diverse background in media strategy and customer success, with previous roles at notable companies such as The Walt Disney Company and Starcom.
Current Role at Teads
Steve Nishida currently serves as an Account Executive at Teads, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he has made significant contributions to the company, including selling the largest insertion order in Teads' Canada history within his first quarter. His performance has been recognized, as he ranked as Teads' #5 seller globally for 2021, achieving a 100% year-over-year increase and doubling his client base.
Previous Experience in Media and Advertising
Steve Nishida has extensive experience in the media and advertising industry. He worked at Starcom as a Media Strategy Senior Planner from 2017 to 2018 and previously as a Media Strategy Coordinator from 2016 to 2017. He also held the position of Account Manager at Teads from 2018 to 2019 and served as a Customer Success Manager at StackAdapt for three months in 2019. His diverse roles have provided him with a comprehensive understanding of media strategy and client management.
Early Career and Customer Service Experience
Before entering the media and advertising sector, Steve Nishida gained customer service experience at Common Ground Coffee House, where he worked as Service Staff from 2013 to 2016. He also worked as a Brand Ambassador at The T1 Agency for three months in 2016. These early roles helped him develop essential skills in customer interaction and service delivery.
Education and Academic Background
Steve Nishida studied at Queen's University, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree in Business/Commerce from 2012 to 2016. He also attended Queensland University of Technology in 2014 for 11 months, furthering his studies in Business/Commerce. His academic background has equipped him with a solid foundation in business principles and practices.
Achievements at Teads
During his tenure at Teads, Steve Nishida has received multiple accolades for his sales performance. He was awarded 'Top Seller in Canada' for 2020, achieving the highest budget sold and delivered in the market. His contributions have significantly impacted the company's success and growth in the Canadian market.