Aaron Shafton
About Aaron Shafton
Aaron Shafton is a Senior Director at DealMaker, where he has held various roles since 2019. He has experience in brand strategy and account management, having previously worked at Capital One, Shopify, and Procter & Gamble.
Current Role at DealMaker
Aaron Shafton currently serves as Senior Director at DealMaker, a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he oversees strategic initiatives and leads various teams to enhance the company's market presence. His extensive experience within the organization allows him to leverage previous insights gained from earlier roles.
Previous Experience at DealMaker
Aaron Shafton has held multiple positions at DealMaker prior to his current role. He worked as Account Executive and Team Lead for DealMaker Plus in 2020 for 9 months. He later served as Manager of Growth in 2021 for 4 months, followed by a role as Senior Manager of Marketing & Sales Enablement from 2021 to 2022 for 10 months. He also held the position of Director for DealMaker Marketplace from 2022 to 2023.
Experience at Capital One and Shopify
Aaron Shafton worked as a Brand Strategist at Capital One from 2018 to 2019 for one year in the Toronto, Canada Area. Following this, he joined Shopify as an Account Executive for 4 months in 2020. These roles contributed to his expertise in brand strategy and account management.
Educational Background
Aaron Shafton studied at the University of Toronto, where he completed a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree through the Rotman Commerce program. He also attended University of Toronto Schools, where he earned his Ontario Secondary School Diploma. His education has provided a strong foundation for his career in business and marketing.
Early Career Experience
Before his roles in the private sector, Aaron Shafton gained experience in the public sector. He worked as an Analyst at the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Growth for 4 months in 2016. Additionally, he served as a Policy and Programs Assistant at the Ontario Ministry of Finance for 3 months in 2015. He also briefly worked in brand management at Procter & Gamble in 2017.