Neil De Gasperis
About Neil De Gasperis
Neil De Gasperis serves as the Senior Director of Business Development for Canada at Neptune Retail Solutions, where he has worked since 2021. With extensive experience in the media-tech landscape and a strong background in retail and marketing strategy, he effectively engages with C-level executives to drive consumer engagement and sales growth.
Work at Neptune Retail Solutions
Neil De Gasperis has held the position of Senior Director, Business Development - Canada at Neptune Retail Solutions since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing omni-channel marketing strategies for major retailers and brands through a proprietary data-driven platform. His work is centered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, where he has contributed to the company's growth and strategic initiatives over the past three years.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Prior to his current role, Neil De Gasperis worked at SOCAN as Manager, Business Development at MediaNet-Dataclef from 2019 to 2021. He also served as Account Director at RadiumOne from 2015 to 2018 and held the position of Director, Data & Platforms at NewBase - Connected Marketing for 11 months in 2018 to 2019. His extensive experience includes roles at OwnerIQ, Inc. as Country Manager and various positions at Media City® and Yahoo!.
Education and Expertise
Neil De Gasperis studied at Queen's University, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts Honours degree in Sociology - Criminology and Media Studies from 1996 to 2000. His educational background complements his deep understanding of the media-tech landscape, particularly in digital media and music technology. He possesses comprehensive knowledge in retail, e-commerce, and marketing strategy, which supports his expertise in consumer engagement and sales growth.
Skills in Strategic Communication
Neil De Gasperis is recognized for his strong ability to engage with C-level executives, showcasing high-level strategic communication skills. His professional demeanor reflects a balance of autonomy and diplomacy, enabling him to make independent decisions while also navigating complex negotiations effectively.
Career Progression in Media and Marketing
Neil De Gasperis has a diverse career in media and marketing, starting as a National Account Executive at Zoom Media Inc from 2003 to 2008. He then transitioned to various roles, including Senior Account Executive at Media City® and Account Executive at Yahoo!. His career reflects a consistent trajectory in business development and account management within the media and marketing sectors.