Richard Z.
About Richard Z.
Richard Z. is a Business Analyst currently employed at TerrAscend and a Business Development Manager at Smith's Pharmacy, both located in the Toronto area. With a strong educational background from Ivey Business School and experience in various roles, he actively seeks challenges in the business and finance sectors.
Work at TerrAscend
Richard Z. has been employed at TerrAscend as a Business Analyst since 2018. His role involves analyzing business processes and providing insights to improve operational efficiency. He has contributed to various projects that align with the company's objectives in the cannabis industry. Based in the Toronto, Canada area, Richard has gained extensive experience in this position over the past six years.
Current Role at Smith's Pharmacy
Since 2020, Richard Z. has served as the Business Development Manager at Smith's Pharmacy in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In this role, he focuses on identifying growth opportunities and developing strategies to enhance the pharmacy's market presence. His responsibilities include building relationships with stakeholders and implementing business initiatives that drive revenue.
Education and Expertise
Richard Z. studied at Ivey Business School at Western University, where he achieved an Honors Business Administration degree from 2015 to 2017. He further pursued a Master of Science in Business with a focus on Data Analytics from 2017 to 2018 at the same institution. Additionally, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from The University of Western Ontario from 2013 to 2015. His educational background equips him with a solid foundation in business management, finance, and data analytics.
Professional Background
Richard Z. has a diverse professional background that includes various roles in business analysis and account management. He worked as a Business Analyst at The Printing House for three months in 2017 and as a Junior Account Representative at Qwinn Marketing for three months in 2015. Additionally, he contributed to Uptonine for six months from 2014 to 2015. His experiences have provided him with a broad understanding of different business environments.
International Perspective
Richard Z. brings a strong international and multicultural perspective to his work, having grown up in China and lived in Canada for the past eight years. This background enhances his ability to navigate diverse business landscapes and understand various market dynamics. His passion for business ventures and the finance industry drives his continuous pursuit of challenges and self-improvement.