Desiree Turko
About Desiree Turko
Desiree Turko is a Senior Product Manager specializing in Marketing Technology at Thomson Reuters, with a diverse background in digital marketing and strategy across various companies in Canada. She has held multiple roles at Fasken and has experience working with organizations such as Microsoft Canada, Symetris, and Ontario Power Generation.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Desiree Turko serves as a Senior Product Manager in the Martech division at Thomson Reuters. She has been in this role since 2021, contributing to the development and management of marketing technology products. Her experience in product management enables her to align product strategies with market needs, ensuring effective solutions for clients.
Previous Experience at Fasken
Desiree Turko held multiple roles at Fasken, a leading international law firm. She worked as a Digital Marketing Specialist from 2009 to 2012, focusing on digital marketing initiatives. She then advanced to Manager of Digital Strategy from 2012 to 2014, where she developed strategic marketing plans. In 2019, she became the Director of Digital & Marketing Technology, overseeing marketing technology solutions until 2020.
Career Background in Marketing
Desiree Turko has a diverse background in marketing, having worked in various capacities across multiple organizations. She began her career as an Event Marketing Coordinator at IT World Canada in 2006. She later served as an Enterprise Marketing Associate at Microsoft Canada for one year. Her experience also includes roles at Symetris as Director of Marketing & Performance from 2020 to 2021 and as an Online Marketing Specialist at Ogilvy Renault from 2008 to 2009.
Educational Qualifications
Desiree Turko studied at the University of Waterloo, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Rhetoric, Writing, and Business. Her education spanned from 2002 to 2008, providing her with a solid foundation in communication and business principles that support her career in marketing and product management.