Rob Reid
About Rob Reid
Rob Reid is the Founder of Fair Advantage and an Account Manager for the Broader Public Sector at TELUS, based in Toronto, Canada. He has extensive experience in various roles across technology, sport, arts, and culture.
Current Roles at TELUS and Fair Advantage
Rob Reid currently holds the position of Account Manager for the Broader Public Sector at TELUS in Toronto, Canada. In this role, he helps organizations transform by integrating IT, networks, and mobility securely to meet the demands of today's digital world. In addition to his role at TELUS, Rob is the Founder of Fair Advantage, an organization established in 2019 aimed at enhancing the overall experience of youth sport. Fair Advantage seeks to unite players, coaches, referees, and parents to foster a more engaging sporting environment.
Previous Experience at Light + Dark and NAV CANADA
Prior to his current roles, Rob Reid served as the Director of Client Services at Light + Dark (Creative) from 2017 to 2018. His responsibilities included managing client relationships and ensuring the delivery of creative services. Before that, he worked at NAV CANADA as an Air Traffic Control professional for 9 months from 2016 to 2017, showcasing his diverse set of skills across different industries.
Community Engagement with Ontario Soccer
Rob Reid is actively engaged in his community as an Elite Match Official for Ontario Soccer. This role demonstrates his commitment to sport and community service, reflecting his broader passion for driving positive change through technology, sports, arts, and culture.
Educational Background
Rob Reid has a solid educational foundation in both political science and business administration. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Government from Carleton University, where he studied from 2002 to 2005. Additionally, he holds a degree in Business Administration from the University of New Brunswick, having studied there from 1998 to 2001.
Early Career in Government and Festivals Management
Over the years, Rob Reid has accumulated an array of experience in various sectors. His early career included roles as an Administrator at the Office of the Governor General of Canada from 1999 to 2003 and as a Media & Marketing Coordinator at the Ottawa International Jazz Festival from 2006 to 2007. He also served as a Festival Producer for the House of PainT Festival of Urban Arts & Culture from 2009 to 2014, managing urban arts and cultural events in Ottawa.