Craig Wilkins
Director of Entrepreneurship & Business Growth @Envision Saint John The Regional Growth Agency
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Entrepreneurship & Business Growth @Envision Saint John The Regional Growth Agency
Saint John, NB, CA
I am a versatile professional responsible for fostering entrepreneurship and economic growth. My role includes assisting entrepreneurs in launching and expanding their businesses by providing guidance and support. I also oversee a loan fund to meet the financial needs of small and medium-sized businesses. By actively promoting the region as an attractive destination for new enterprises, I attract and support business establishment, contributing to the local economic development and acting as a bridge between the business community and resources, offering navigation services and cultivating connections for business success. Additionally, I cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with key organizations within the business ecosystem to enhance collaborative efforts and synergies for mutual growth.
EDUCATION
University of New Brunswick
Bachelor of Arts (BA), History/Business
Harbour View High School
Diploma
SKILLS
ABOUT CRAIG WILKINS
Craig brings more than 15 years of experience in sales, marketing, and operations within the hospitality sector. Prior to joining the Envision Saint John team, Craig was the Director of Sales & Marketing/Assistant General Manager at Delta Hotels by Marriott Saint John – assisting in a major revitalization of the hotel & conference facility. In his role as the Director of Entrepreneurship & Business Growth at Envision Saint John, Craig brings a wealth of experience and a passion for fostering entrepreneurial success. Leading initiatives aimed at nurturing the growth and development of businesses within the region, Craig leads strategic efforts to grow a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem. Through collaborative partnerships, he is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, facilitating their access to resources, and fostering a culture of innovation and resilience.Craig holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of New Brunswick, with a major in history, and a minor in business administration. He has been recognized for championing cultural diversity throughout his work, and has a strong track record in sales and customer satisfaction.In his spare time, Craig volunteers as Vice Chair on the Board of Directors at ConnexionWorks, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs and businesses in the Saint John Region. He has served as an active member of the Uptown Saint John Business Improvement Association Board of Directors for two consecutive terms, where he chaired the Marketing Committee, and has represented young New Brunswickers affected by Hemophilia and other bleeding disorders at the national level, as the New Brunswick representative on the Canadian Hemophilia Society\'s National Youth Committee.Craig loves spending quality time with his family and husband – traveling or testing out new recipes and restaurants and enjoying all the region has to offer.
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