Matt Cohen
About Matt Cohen
Matt Cohen is a Strategy Manager at TELUS in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, with extensive experience in strategic partnerships, marketing strategies, and business development.
Current Role at TELUS
Matt Cohen is currently serving as a Strategy Manager for the Strategy & Enablement Team at TELUS in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In this role, he leads the allocation of a $400M capital budget across more than 60 project teams. His responsibilities include strategic planning, resource allocation, and ensuring projects align with the overall corporate strategy. Cohen's background allows him to thrive in ambiguous environments, using both intuition and data-driven analysis to make informed decisions.
Previous Roles at TELUS
Before his current role, Matt Cohen held several positions at TELUS. From 2020 to 2021, he was a Product Manager on the Commercial Marketing Team. Prior to that, he worked as a Senior Business Analyst for the same team from 2017 to 2020. These roles involved developing and executing marketing strategies, data analysis, and product management, contributing significantly to TELUS's commercial marketing initiatives.
Experience at Kinross Gold Corporation
Matt Cohen worked as a Senior Business Analyst for the Operations Strategy Team at Kinross Gold Corporation from 2016 to 2017 in Toronto. In this short tenure, he was involved in strategic operations planning and supported various analytical projects. His role demanded a strong understanding of business models and operational strategy, which he further developed during this period.
Co-Founder of Chef on Call
From 2008 to 2011, Matt Cohen co-founded and co-owned Chef on Call, a restaurant franchise in Montreal, Canada Area. The business catered predominantly to students and young professionals, emphasizing convenience and quality. As a co-founder, Cohen was crucial in developing the business model, managing operations, and strategic planning, which helped the franchise grow significantly within a short period.
Education and Academic Background
Matt Cohen completed his Master of Business Administration (MBA) at Ryerson University, specializing in Technology and Innovation from 2015 to 2016. He also holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree in Marketing Management and Entrepreneurship from McGill University, achieved between 2003 and 2006. Additionally, he studied Business/Commerce at Dawson College from 2001 to 2003. His academic background laid the foundation for his career in strategic management and business development.