Jon Steeksma
About Jon Steeksma
Jon Steeksma is an Account Executive at TELUS, specializing in mid-market businesses in the Vancouver, Canada area. He has nearly 20 years of diverse career experience, including roles in sales, marketing, and management across various industries.
Current Role at TELUS
Jon Steeksma currently holds the position of Account Executive - Mid Market at TELUS in the Vancouver, Canada Area. In this role, he assists mid-market Canadian businesses on their digital transformation journey by enabling cloud migration, enhancing communications, and managing data and networks. His responsibilities include acting as a consultant to help businesses identify their current state, desired future state, and how to bridge that gap through technology.
Previous Roles at CCI Learning and Ford
Before joining TELUS, Jon Steeksma worked at CCI Learning as the National Account Manager - Canada Territory from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, he served as Fleet Manager / Business Preferred / Inventory Manager at Ford from 2014 to 2016 in Surrey. At both companies, he was involved in managing accounts, coordinating inventories, and working with business clients.
Education and Certifications
Jon Steeksma pursued his education at the British Columbia Institute of Technology, where he studied Residential/Commercial Real Estate and achieved a Diploma in Marketing Management from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, he attended the Sauder School of Business at UBC. His formal education has provided him with substantial knowledge and skills in marketing and real estate management.
Early Career and Diverse Experience
Jon Steeksma's career spans nearly 20 years and includes a variety of roles. His early career involved working on drilling rigs in northern Alberta in roles such as leasehand, floorhand, motorhand, and derekhand from 2006 to 2008. He also worked in sales and leasing for Ford Motor Company, Dodge, Chrysler from 2001 to 2006. This diverse background has equipped him with a broad range of experiences and skills.
Team Leadership and Technological Focus
Jon Steeksma is known for his strong focus on creating cohesive and supportive team environments and achieving business goals. He has an obsessive curiosity with technology and the digital transformation of businesses. His leadership approach involves fostering teamwork and leveraging technology to drive business success.