Hunter Hub Skills Clinic | Marketing Essentials: The Art and Science of Marketing
Marketing Essentials: The Art and Science of Marketing
Session Overview
Join us for the first Hunter Hub Skills Clinic of the Fall 2025 Semester! In today’s competitive marketplace, momentum isn’t just built on hard work - it’s built on strategy, brand clarity, and the ability to connect meaningfully with your audience. In this session, entrepreneur Ryan Townend will share practical insights on how small and medium-sized businesses can harness the power of modern marketing to accelerate growth. Participants will walk away with clear, actionable strategies they can apply immediately to amplify their presence, sharpen their competitive edge, and transform resilience into lasting business momentum.
Who Will You Hear From?
Ryan Townend, CEO William Joseph
Ryan Townend is the founder and CEO of William Joseph Communications (WJ Agency), a full-service marketing agency with offices across Western Canada. Originally from a farming family in Wadena, Saskatchewan, Ryan first set out to become a doctor but discovered his true passion in marketing. Over the past 23 years, he has built a successful business while staying committed to authenticity, integrity, and humour. Ryan is a passionate advocate for entrepreneurship, community, and connection - hosting monthly networking events in Calgary and sharing the lessons he’s learned along the way.
Schedule of Events
12:00 PM - 12:15 PM: Check-In & Light Refreshments
12:15 PM - 1:15 PM: Speaker Presentation
1:15 PM – 1:30 PM: Final Q&A and Depart
What are Skills Clinics & Who can Attend?
Skills Clinics are exclusive one-hour sessions hosted by industry experts to fuel your entrepreneurial journey at any stage. They are open to UCalgary students, postdocs, faculty, staff and alumni interested in developing their entrepreneurial thinking skills.
Location
Hunter Hub for Entrepreneurial Thinking, Collision Space 401 | 460 Campus Lane NW, Calgary, AB T2N 1N4, Canada
401 is located on the 4th floor of the Hunter Student Commons