Craig Thornton
About Craig Thornton
Craig Thornton is the Vice President of Business Solutions Marketing at TELUS, with over 15 years of experience in various leadership roles within the company.
Current Title and Work
Craig Thornton currently holds the position of Vice President, Business Solutions Marketing at TELUS. In this role, he is responsible for driving the marketing strategies and business solutions to enhance the company's market presence. His current focus is on innovating business solutions that meet the dynamic needs of TELUS's diverse clientele.
Previous Positions at TELUS
Craig Thornton has a long-standing career at TELUS, spanning over 15 years. Before his current role, he served as Vice President, Business Mobility Solutions from 2015 to 2018 in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. He was also the Director of Strategy and Business Development for Managed IT and Cloud Solutions from 2013 to 2015. Additionally, he held the position of Director, Strategy and Business Intelligence for Small and Medium Business from 2009 to 2013, and earlier in his career, he worked as a Product Manager from 2006 to 2010.
Educational Background
Craig Thornton holds a Master's degree from McMaster University, achieved between 2002 and 2006. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering from McMaster University, completing his studies from 1997 to 2002. His academic background in engineering and business intelligence has provided a solid foundation for his leadership roles in business strategy and product management.
Diverse Career Experience
Craig Thornton's career includes a variety of roles that illustrate his versatility and adaptability. He began his career as a Sales Engineer at TELUS from 2001 to 2002. He then worked as a Hardware Engineer at Blackberry for seven months in 2002-2003. Additionally, he operated his own business, Loon Call, from 2003 to 2005 in Port Carling, Ontario, Canada, demonstrating his entrepreneurial skills. Craig’s diverse experiences in technical, strategic, and entrepreneurial roles contribute significantly to his comprehensive understanding of the business landscape.
Professional Expertise
Craig Thornton has extensive expertise in business mobility solutions, managed IT, and cloud solutions, gained through various high-level positions at TELUS. His background in engineering and business intelligence underpins his current role in business solutions marketing. Craig has successfully transitioned from technical roles to strategic business roles, showcasing his capacity to adapt and excel in different professional environments. His cumulative experience has equipped him with a deep understanding of both the technical and business aspects of telecom and IT sectors.