A Team of GIANTS

As the CEO and visionary behind [GIANT Creative](https://giantcreative.ca/), Andrew Stephenson is an award-winning creative marketer, video producer, storyteller, and motivator with a mission to change how people think about marketing. His goal is to drive an insane amount of value for clients and ultimately their businesses through innovative, data-driven marketing strategies…

Gary Manning has a passion for innovation and has built products with Facebook, Akamai, and Google. A sought-after speaker Gary has held the stage at such esteemed conferences as the Microsoft Canadian conference on big data algorithms, the International Akamai conference, Google Think USA on platform speed optimization, and the OpenX North America on advertising optimization. A co-founder of three scaled startups in Content Publishing, Social Media / Web Big Data Analytics, Gary helped scale Diply to a top 50 website globally, and a top 15 website in the US, CAN, AU, and UK. Awarded first place in the Canadian Innovation Awards, Canadian Deloitte Fast 50, EY Entrepreneur Of The Year, and the North American Deloitte Fast 500, Gary stays updated with the latest trends and advancements in AI, ad-tech, and technology sectors and is always looking for new and innovative ways to improve digital products for our clients. “In every project I undertake, I find a story waiting to be told. When I work with clients, it’s more than business; it’s a journey, a partnership, shaping the future together.” – Gary Manning

Maar Qazi operates at the intersection of performance, AI innovation, data ethics, and deep consumer insight. With a dynamic career shaping growth strategies for brands spanning digital publishing , higher education, and technology, she thrives at architecting the ‘big picture’ thinking that positions marketing as the strategic business operations arm it truly is. As Director of Performance Strategy, Maar brings this vision to GIANT Creative’s clients, leading them toward a future where brand interactions are not just seen, but felt and remembered. “In an attention-fatigued world, the most powerful thing a business can do is be intentional, authentic, and value-adding to the customers they serve. Marketing is the strategic force in that mission.”

Trevor operates at the intersection of Product Management, UX Strategy, AI innovation, and agency digital transformation. With a dynamic, decade-plus career driving growth across brands in eCommerce, Tech,and global brand ecosystems, Trevor thrives at bridging the gap between cross-functional teams to architect seamless, scalable experiences that deliver measurable operational efficiency and product growth for brands and clients. As Director of Product Operations, Trevor brings this holistic vision to GIANT Creative and our clients, transforming complex technical systems into intuitive, high-converting digital products.

Kyle Belbeck has developed a hybrid way of approaching marketing projects to best utilize the team’s expertise while considering the clients’ goals. Identifying, planning, and executing a solution in harmonious order, then watching the growth of a client as a result, is gratifying to witness. Outside of work, Kyle loves the game of golf, which he describes as a tug of war between euphoria and madness. He believes it’s the simplest and most complicated game ever played.

Erin first learned HTML by customizing her Neopets pages, so becoming a developer was probably inevitable. What started as a childhood obsession grew through the days of MySpace, Piczo and Tumblr, and eventually became a career in web development. More than a decade later, she’s still happiest when she’s building something on a screen. When she isn’t making the internet, Erin can usually be found gaming, experimenting with her 3D printer or working on her latest creative project.

William Metcalfe believes every great design begins with an even better story, and he’s spent his career proving it. As Lead UX Designer at GIANT Creative, William blends UX design, product design, and UX research to build digital experiences that are as intuitive as they are intentional. He’s designed for banks, non-profits, and ed-tech platforms alike, always circling back to the same question: what does the user actually need? Outside the studio, he’s a gamer and movie buff who’s just as likely to be found tinkering with his home media server or picking up his guitar.

Nathan Bastien is a designer who seamlessly blends graphic design and digital marketing to create visuals that capture attention and drive results. His journey began with an early fascination with how branding shapes perception, and it’s this passion that fuels his work today. Creativity is a constant pursuit for Nathan, extending beyond his design projects. Whether collaborating with creatives in music or video, he’s always exploring new ways to bring ideas to life, ensuring his work remains fresh and impactful.

Khoa Nguyen works in Martech and website development at Giant, specializing in building internal tools and optimizing websites for better performance. He taught himself programming after coming up with an app idea two years ago, and along the way, he fell in love with coding and decided to pursue it as a career. Khoa is passionate about learning new technologies and programming languages and he enjoys implementing them in his daily workflow. Outside of work, he loves playing sports, going to the gym and building side projects.

I’m Antonio, a Senior Content Producer and Editor at GIANT Creative, where I specialize in photo and video production—from creative planning to final delivery. I ensure every project is executed with both technical precision and creative intent. I work across a range of formats and platforms, using everything from FPV drones to cinema cameras, and have experience leading smaller crews on a variety of shoots. I also manage equipment logistics and streamline asset workflows across servers, cloud storage, and drives.
 My background includes hands-on experience as a rental technician, where I helped manage a warehouse of high-end gear, as well as working as a grip and lighting technician on a range of high-end commercial sets, documentaries, and short films. These roles taught me the importance of gear QC, lighting setups, and working efficiently on fast-paced sets.
 I studied Advanced Filmmaking at Fanshawe College and completed the Camera Assistant program at Sheridan College. Outside of work, I’m passionate about endurance challenges like long-distance cycling and winter camping, and enjoy learning intricate skills like grafting, solving a Rubik’s Cube, or mastering 12-hour Tonkotsu ramen recipes.

Brandon Stewart is a Development Manager and Web Developer who brings a full-stack approach to building websites and solving complex technical problems. With experience across both front-end and back-end development, he enjoys turning ideas into reliable digital experiences that work just as well behind the scenes as they do for the people using them. A Fanshawe College graduate and Adobe-certified developer, Brandon has built his career around problem-solving, continuous learning, and finding smarter ways to make the web work. Outside of development, he has a long history of community involvement, including seven years volunteering with Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada.

John is a performance-driven digital marketer with over 16 years of experience helping SMBs scale through targeted lead generation and measurable ROI. He specializes in cutting through the noise to deliver clear, business-building results without the agency fluff. Passionate about empowering the next generation of marketers, Johnalso teaches digital marketing part-time at leading colleges across the Greater Toronto Area.

Thomson operates where strategic targeting meets genuine audience engagement. As a Senior Paid Media Strategist, he is a true enthusiast for modern demand generation, specializing in paid initiatives that look beyond the initial click. Thomson believes in a holistic approach to the digital funnel, crafting campaigns designed to not only capture high-quality leads, but to smoothly nurture audiences toward meaningful, final actions. At GIANT Creative, he supports the broader performance vision by executing dynamic paid strategies that cut through the digital noise and build sustainable momentum for clients. Outside of the digital ecosystem, Thomson channels his energy into a newly discovered passion for watersports. Currently in the exciting early stages of learning to swim, he has also eagerly taken up paddleboarding. While happily admitting he is a beginner with just a couple of trips under his belt, he is always looking forward to the next opportunity to find his balance and enjoy the water.

Daniel Robere started building websites when he was 10, never initially considering it a career choice. His passion for music and web development converged when he managed websites for the bands he played in. Today, he leverages his honed technical skills and knowledge to remain at the forefront of how brands connect with people in an ever-changing world. Daniel and his wife have a young daughter named Scout. He enjoys golf and is a craft beer enthusiast.

As Senior Video Strategist, Jordan’s mission is to bring a vision to life through video. He believes in the power of storytelling and consistently raises the bar for quality to maintain GIANT’s market position, known for innovation and exceptional production values. Jordan is passionate about storytelling in all its forms – the ability to evoke emotions, inspire change, or simply entertain. Every project is a new opportunity to tell a compelling story.

Cameron Hopkins is an award-winning art director who turns sharp cultural insights into bold campaign ideas. His work spans film, digital, out-of-home and activations for brands such as McDonald’s, Scotiabank, Converse, Goemans and Jack Astor’s. A Miami Ad School Toronto graduate, he brings craft, humour and a hands-on maker’s instinct to every brief. Outside the studio, Cameron stays connected to painting and skate culture.

Myles Olson has spent more than 25 years helping businesses turn CRM platforms, sales processes and automation into connected revenue systems. His career has taken him from managing modem racks at a dial-up ISP to advising B2B SaaS companies, IT firms and startups. At GIANT, he brings a practical, people-first approach to fixing friction and building systems teams can actually use.

Quang Nguyen is a multidisciplinary animator and 3D artist who brings ideas to life through modelling, animation, VFX and concept development. With training in Multimedia Design in Vietnam and 3D work at Fanshawe College, he blends technical skill with a strong visual eye. Quang is always learning, experimenting and finding new ways to turn a rough idea into a polished piece of motion.

Laura Zuluaga is a graphic designer who thinks in brands, websites and the details that make both feel complete. Her experience spans brand strategy, visual identity, UI design, digital content and web design for agencies and clients across Ontario. A Fanshawe College graduate, Laura brings personality to every project while keeping the work clear, purposeful and grounded in the brand.