Joe Lyons-Rising

Data Gives Back Inc.

Corporate Trainer | Mental Health Advocate

Founder & Chief Empathy Officer

Seasons Centre for Grieving Children

Grief Facilitator

Executive Grief Ambassador 

8th & Walton

We were thrilled to partner with the leading Walmart training and consulting company in Canada and the US, 8th & Walton, starting in May 2023. 

FACT: To work on the Walmart Canada account as a Vendor, you need specialized training.

Due to the complex nature of available data and steps to run reports and analysis in Retail Link® via DSS, training is essential.

In my 10+ years of experience working on the Walmart account, first as a Category Advisor, then as Director of Insights, I can't stress enough how much you can increase your partnership and business sales with Walmart through data.

There really isn't another retailer in Canada that requires this level of data understanding and insights to successfully manage your day-to-day business.

And the big cherry on top? 🍒

8th & Walton is also a certified B Corp like us at Data Gives Back Inc., also "Doing Good with Data" by donating 10% of their revenue to children's charities 😊 💓

👉 Book a free chat with me in the comments below to learn more about their incredible Walmart Canada vendor training courses, offered monthly.

Business Development Lead - Canada

Centennial College

Member of the Program Advisory Council (PAC): Business Analytics and Insights Program

Sofina Foods Inc.

Director, Customer Insights

Senior Category Manager

McCain Foods

Walmart Category Advisor (April 2014 - September 2014)
Supporting Walmart category buyers, with weekly performance reports and competitive ad tracking, listing/de-listing recommendations, adhoc support and full modular builds.

LCL Vendor Advisor (Feb 2012 – March 2014)
Supporting LCL Value and Conventional Frozen Potato buyers, with pricing and promotional recomendations, POG creation, weekly performance reports, weekly competitive ad tracking, listing/de-listing recommendations, adhoc support, bi-weekly Vendor Advisor meetings

Customer Information Manager

CMI Insights

Client Advisor

NielsenIQ

Executive Analyst: June 2010 - April 2011
Market Analyst (Sr. & Jr.): Jan 2007 – June 2010
Data Specialist (Sr. & Jr.): Feb 2005 – Dec 2006

Account experience includes: Jamieson, Novartis, Pinnacle, Storck, High Liner, Ferrero, Ronzoni, Clover Leaf, SCA, Dr. Oetker, Mattel, Lego, Revlon, Combe, Linsey Foods, AMO, Cadbury (Confection & Beverages), Parmalat, Wrigley, JM Smuckers, Heinz, ED Smith, Playtex, Sara Lee, Jergens, Sunstar Butler, Merisant, Meow Mix & Cavendish.

Executive Analyst

Enzomedia/2Do Waterloo

Co-Owner & Project Manager

SunLife

Financial Advisor 

Chief Empathy Officer @ Data Gives Back | B Corp | Corporate Training Maestro in Analytics, Category Management & Storytelling | CPG | Foodservice | Executive Grief Ambassador | DJ

Hello! I'm Joe, and at the heart of my journey is the core belief: “Data is still about people.” 

With 20 years in the CPG and Foodservice category management, analytics and storytelling sector, I've dedicated myself to empowering professionals through specialized training while also channeling the power of data for community good.

🌐 Why Connect with Me?

• Proven Training Expertise: From mastering MS Office technicalities to Fact-Based Storytelling, I've designed courses that have fostered growth in priority areas across many departments.

• Real Impact, Real Results: My clients frequently cite "significant uplifts in confidence and competency levels" post-training.

🗣️ Testimonials:

• "Joe's expertise in the CPG sector is unmatched. His guidance has been instrumental in our business growth." 
• "From insights to action, Joe has been our pillar of strength. His commitment to giving back is truly inspiring." 
•  "Working with Joe has given us clarity, direction, and most importantly, results." 

🌟 Distinguishing Highlights:

• Founder of Data Gives Back: A Stouffville-based social enterprise, we're on a mission to blend business acumen with social responsibility, living by our tagline “Do Good With Data”.

• Certified B-Corporation (May 2023): Our commitment to upholding the highest of social and environmental standards is critical to our business. We are always striving to do better. 

• Award-Winning Impact: Honored with the “People & Professionals” accolade by the Stouffville Chamber of Commerce in 2023 for our outstanding contributions.

• Volunteer Executive Grief Ambassador with Seasons Centre for Grieving Children (Since 2020)

💼Specialized Training Courses:

• MS Office Technical Skills
• Category Management (14 modules, including Fact-Based Storytelling, The Analytic Process, and more)
• Leadership Skills
• Walmart Canada Vendor Training via 8th & Walton

Having faced adversity early in life, I've realized the profound importance of giving back, especially to initiatives like Seasons Centre for Grieving Children. Beyond corporate success, my purpose lies in driving change, fostering empathy, and support for those in need.

Ready to take your team's skills to the next level? 

Let's connect and find the perfect training solution for you: Send me a DM or email: joe@datagivesback.com

Harpel Restoration

Your trusted partner in comprehensive water restoration services. At Harpel Restoration, we specialize in providing swift and efficient solutions for residential and commercial properties facing water & fire damage challenges. Our expert team is dedicated to restoring your property to its pre-damage state, ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience for our clients.

Services offered by Harpel Restoration include water extraction, drying and dehumidification, mold remediation, and structural repairs. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and industry-leading techniques, our certified technicians are ready to tackle water-related emergencies 24/7. Whether it's a burst pipe, flooding, or any other water-related issue, Harpel Restoration is here to provide prompt and reliable assistance.

Customer satisfaction is at the core of our business philosophy. We understand the urgency and sensitivity of water damage situations, and our responsive team strives to minimize downtime and inconvenience. Harpel Restoration is fully licensed and insured, giving our clients peace of mind knowing that their property is in capable hands.

Co-Owner & CEO

Top One Percenter Academy

The Top One Percenter is a powerful and private sales network exclusively for T.O.P. members.

Rising sales stars and Top 1% sales professionals come together to prepare, learn, and master the art of sales. It all starts with mastering the mindset to perform at the highest level possible.

Upon acceptance, sales professionals are required to successfully complete the private 90 day Top One Percenter Academy in order to become a Top One Percenter member.

A select few sales professionals are accepted each quarter to attend the Top One Percenter Academy.

Partner

WBX Commerce

Better insights. Smarter decisions. Profitable growth.

WBX Commerce is an ecommerce decisioning platform that grows brands profitably on Amazon and beyond.
 
We help brands win wherever their customers are today and tomorrow. Our proprietary technology is powered by the fusion of data from selling and moving products in the same ecosystem, unlike siloed platforms and partners.

Marketplace Sales Executive 

Hotel Engine

Account Executive

Breakthru Beverage Group

As a Field Sales Manager I was directly responsible for Hiring, Onboarding and Enabling four Sales Representatives spanning the southern half of Colorado for the Diego and Moet Hennessy Portfolio’s. I also influenced the executive team to implement operational changes, increasing efficiency across multi department job junctions.

My team was directly responsible for 460+ accounts as well as the growth of over $9 million in revenue. I was specifically recognized as the only Field Sales Manager team to drive double digit growth throughout the close of 2019 in the On Premise United Division.

Field Sales Manager

As a Sales Representative I utilized multiple CRM platforms such as Mobility, Preplanning, SAP, Webi and HANA DSS to maximize the sales of my specific territory. I was directly responsible for 120+ accounts and their growth of over 18% in 2018 and part of 2019. I finished #1 in our On Premise Division GTM execution. 

My day to day was organizing and strategizing a plan to execute in market with my given account list. As well as generate and identify any "new business" within my territory. I was responsible for the Diageo and Moet Hennessy portfolios. 

Being able to creatively execute a plan based on an organized approach was my expertise and helped propel me towards my next role with Breakthru Beverage as a Field Sales Manager!

On Premise Sales Representative

During my time as a Sales Representative in Phoenix, I was responsible for managing a territory of 90+ accounts across the western half of Phoenix AZ. I was responsible for the growth of multiple portfolios such as Brown Forman, Treasury, Red Bull, Gallo and a slew of others under the Heritage Division. 

I received the Brown Forman 2018 award for most growth (#1) with Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Rye in the State of Arizona across both Channels.

Whiskey Rush Aspen

While working with Whiskey Rush I programmed POS as well as updated it daily to increase efficiency for front of house employees. I also Implemented a new beverage program including craft cocktails and themed events. Engineered all day-to-day operations of the business including scheduling, payroll, inventory audits,
customer relations, and procurement all while maintaining brand integrity through the daily oversight of social and print media advertisement.

General Manager - Director of Operations

Bootsy Bellows Aspen

As the bar manager at Bootsy Bellows my responsibilities included, managing inventory, procurement, scheduling, payroll, social media activation and training. Along with managing P&L’s.

Bar Manager - Buyer

The Little Nell

Front Server

Aspen Skiing Company

Bartender

eCommerce | Marketplace Sales Executive

I love sales and the process behind them. Stay positive, do the right thing and good things will happen. Try something, break it, learn, repeat! 

"What stands in the way becomes the way." - Brene Brown

Daniel Fukuba
Dannyfukuba@gmail.com

Expertise: Enablement, Presentation Design, Team Building, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Interpersonal Communication, Public Speaking, Training, Leadership, Coaching, Staff Development, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Operations Management, Logistics Management, Unified Communications, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Sales Enablement, Onboarding, Project Management, Business Development, New Business Development, Data Analysis, Account Management, Scheduling, Key Account Development, Event Management, Sales Operations, Direct Sales, Inside Sales, Outside Sales, Marketing, Prospecting, Hunting, Pipeline Management, Forecasting, Salesforce, Zoominfo, Outreach.io, Full Cycle Sales, Closing, Hubspot, eCommerce, Marketing, AWS, DSP, AMC

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