The Influence Agency

An award-winning digital marketing agency

Founded in Toronto in 2017, The Influence Agency is recognized for delivering performance-based marketing campaigns for some of the most exciting brands in the world. We are experts in all facets of digital marketing to meet your brand’s needs; from engaging Influencer and Social Media marketing campaigns, creating unique custom content, to building intelligent SEO and Paid Media strategies to grow your business.

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Vivian Phung, Sr. Paid Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Alethea Spiridon

Associate Content Director

  • Jasper AI Foundations
  • Surfer SEO Certification
  • Foundations of Project Management
  • Content Strategy for Professionals: Managing Content (Northwestern University)
  • Content Strategy for Professionals: Engaging Audiences (Northwestern University)
  • Cannabis Industry Specialization, Medical Cannabis Fundamentals for Business Professionals (Durham College)
  • Book and Magazine Publishing, Post-Grad Certificate - (Centennial College - School of Communications, Media, Arts and Design)
  • Non-Fiction Writing, Certificate (University of Iowa)
  • Creative Writing, Post-Grad Certificate (Humber College)
  • Graphic Design/Desktop Publishing Certificate (McKay Institute)
  • Bachelor of Liberal Arts (4 yr), English Literature (University of Saskatchewan)
Ally Castillo, Content Writer - The Influence Agency

Ally Castillo

Content Writer

Ariadne Rojas, Sr. Social Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Ariadne Rojas

Sr. Social Media Manager

  • Google Digital Academy:
  • Google Analytics Certification
  • HubSpot Academy Digital Marketing Certification
  • Sprout Social Certification
  • TikTok Academy
Ariel Salinga, Social Engagement Coordinator - The Influence Agency

Ariel Salinga

Social Engagement Coordinator

  • Google Certification
  • Social Media Marketing Certification Course
  • Digital Advertising
  • Digital Marketing
  • Ads Training: Fundamentals of Digital Advertising
  • Social Media Content Calendar
  • Essentials for Continued Success with Social Media
  • Measuring your Social Return of Investment
  • Introduction to Social Media Advertising
  • Develop Your Social Media Marketing Skills
  • Social Media Stories: Creative Strategies and Tips
  • Social Media Marketing Strategy: TikTok and Instagram Reels
  • Content Creation: Strategy and Tools
  • Essential Skills for Social Media Managers
  • Marketing: Copywriting for Social Media
  • Social Media Marketing: Strategy and Optimization
  • Social Media Marketing Foundations
  • Sprout Social Certification
  • TikTok Academy
  • TikTok Cap University
Brittni Grier, Social Media Coordinator - The Influence Agency

Brittni Grier

Social Media Coordinator

  • Udemy Video Editing in CapCut
  • Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Professional Certificate
  • HootSuite Social Media Marketing Certification
  • Hootsuite Platform Certification
  • Sprout Social Certification
  • TikTok Academy
Caelia Luk, Lead Developer - The Influence Agency

Caelia Luk

Lead Developer

Laura MacDonald, Client Success Manager - The Influence Agency

Claire McCulloch

Social Media Manager

  • Sprout Social Certification
  • TikTok Academy
Danielle Howson, Lead Web Optimization Manager - The Influence Agency

Danielle Howson

Associate Director of CRO

  • GA4 Certification
  • CRO Certification
Vivian Phung, Sr. Paid Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Daniel Morrison

Account Coordinator

  • Google Analytics Certification
  • Hootsuite Social Media Marketing Certification
  • Hootsuite Platform Certification
  • Hubspot Academy Inbound Sales
  • Hubspot Academy Content Marketing
  • LinkedIn Marketing Solutions Fundamentals
  • LinkedIn Marketing Analytics: Presenting Digital Marketing Data
  • LinkedIn Consumer Behavior Trends: Meet the Postmodern Consumer
  • LinkedIn Marketing: Conversion Rate Optimization
  • LinkedIn Social Media Video for Business & Marketing
  • Udemy - AI Marketing to Grow your Business
  • Udemy - The Complete Storytelling Course for Speaking & Presenting
Darcy Price, SEO Manager - The Influence Agency

Darcy Price

SEO Manager

  • Ahrefs Academy
  • GA4 Certification
  • Surfer SEO Certification
  • Jasper AI Foundations
Darsh Khithani, Associate Client Success Manager - The Influence Agency

Darsh Khithani

Associate Client Success Manager

  • Brainstation Product Management
  • TikTok Academy
David Iseken, Lead Developer - The Influence Agency

David Iseken

Lead Developer

Dmitry Avdeev, Web Project Manager- The Influence Agency

Dmitry Avdeev

Web Project Manager

  • Google Cybersecurity Certificate
  • Google Analytics Certification
Elijah-Blue Vieau, Director Of SEO - The Influence Agency

Elijah-Blue Vieau

Director Of SEO

  • Ahrefs Academy
  • Jasper AI Foundations
  • GA4 Certification
  • Google Ads Video Certification
  • Surfer SEO Certification
Vivian Phung, Sr. Paid Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Evonne Downer

Content Coordinator

  • Ahrefs Academy
  • Jasper AI Foundations
Vivian Phung, Sr. Paid Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Franca Gulotta

Financial Controller

  • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA)
  • Honours Bachelor of Arts, University of Toronto
Gabby Frank, Lead Photographer - The Influence Agency

Gabby Frank

Lead Photographer

  • TikTok Academy
  • TikTok Cap University
  • BFA in Photography
  • Toronto Star Readers’ Choice Awards (2024): Photography Services
Gagan Saggu, Digital Designer - The Influence Agency

Gagan Saggu

Digital Designer

  • Udemy CRO Certification
  • Webflow CMS Certification
  • Webflow Layout Certification
Helena Pires, Bookkeeper - The Influence Agency

Helena Pires

Bookkeeper

Jackie Tambosso, Sr. Client Success Manager - The Influence Agency

Jackie Tambosso

Associate Director, Client Success

  • GA4 Certification
  • SEM Rush Academy in Local Search
  • TikTok Academy
Vivian Phung, Sr. Paid Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Julie Prendergast

Client Success Manager

John Bastawrous, Account Director, Digital Marketing - The Influence Agency

John Bastawrous

Director, Client Success

  • Google Search
  • TikTok Academy
Joy, Chief Happiness Officer - The Influence Agency

Joy

Chief Happiness Officer

  • Best in Show
Kayla Mandel, Department Lead, Social & Creative Services - The Influence Agency

Kayla Mandel

Department Lead, Social & Creative Services

  • Hubspot: Social Media Marketing
  • Sprout Social Certification
Kitty Carr, Director Of Creative Strategy - The Influence Agency

Kitty Carr

Director Of Creative Strategy

  • Google Ads Creative Certification
  • GA4 Certification
  • TikTok Academy
Kyler Marklinger, Social Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Kyler Marklinger

Social Media Manager

  • Content Creation: Strategy & Tools
  • Marketing Strategy: SEO Content Writing
  • Sprout Social Certification
  • TikTok Academy
Laura MacDonald, Client Success Manager - The Influence Agency

Laura MacDonald

Client Success Manager

Hubspot Digital Marketing

TikTok Academy

Leira Lacuata, Content Writer - The Influence Agency

Leira Lacuata

Content Writer

Leira Lacuata, Content Writer - The Influence Agency

Loris Gabriel Cardilli

Account Coordinator

  • Google Ads Search Certification
  • Google Analytics Certification
  • TikTok Academy
  • ECDL/ICDL Full Certification
  • Sprout Social - Mastering Social Listening
Luke Lu, Client Success Manager - The Influence Agency

Luke Lu

Client Success Manager

  • Google Digital Garage - Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
  • Google Ads Certification
  • GA4 Certification
Vivian Phung, Sr. Paid Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Leann Padilla

Content Editor

Maggie Fogg, Sr. Client Success Manager - The Influence Agency

Maggie Fogg

Sr. Brand Strategist

  • Brand Identity and Strategy
  • Storytelling in Branding & Content Marketing
  • From Brand to Image: Creating High Impact Campaigns That Tell Brand Stories
  • Branding & Customer Experience
  • Kellogg Executive Education Accellerated Marketing Leadership Program
  • Meltwater: Influencer Marketing I Certificate
  • Meltwater: Influencer Marketing II Certificate
  • Pinterest Academy
  • How to Outrank Your Competition in Local Search
  • SEO Crash course
  • TikTok Academy 101
  • TikTok Cap University
Mahi Yordanos, Social Media Content Creator - The Influence Agency

Mahi Yordanos

Social Media Content Creator

  • Mobile Video Editing Master Course
  • Sprout Social Certification
  • TikTok Academy
Vivian Phung, Sr. Paid Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Marc Caughlin

Client Success Manager

  • Google Ads Search Certification
  • Analytics Certificate  
  • Hubspot Digital Marketing
  • TikTok Academy
Marc Mesina, Social Content Creator & Editor - The Influence Agency

Marc Mesina

Social Content Creator & Editor

  • HubSpot Academy SEO Certification
  • TikTok Academy
Marcel Canzona, Lead Videographer - The Influence Agency

Marcel Canzona

Lead, Video Production

  • TikTok Academy
Marta Gongos, HR Manager - The Influence Agency

Marta Gongos

HR Manager

  • Strategic Human Resources Certificate
  • Foundations of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
  • Coaching Skills for Leaders and Managers Talent Management
Mike Landry, VP of Strategy - The Influence Agency

Mike Landry

VP of Strategy

  • Google Ads & Advanced Reporting
  • TikTok Academy 101
Natalia Osmolovskaya, Photographer - The Influence Agency

Natalia Osmolovskaya

Lead Photographer

  • TikTok Academy
  • TikTok Cap University
Nick Freda, Business Development - The Influence Agency

Nick Freda

Business Development

Nick Monardo, Sr. Client Success Manager - The Influence Agency

Nick Monardo

Sr. Client Success Manager

  • Google Ads Search Certification
  • Google Analytics 4 Certificate
  • How to Outrank Your Competition in Local Searchy
  • TikTok Academy
Noah Parker, VP of Operations - The Influence Agency

Noah Parker

VP of Operations

  • 2023 AdCann Cannabis Agency Marketer of the Year
  • Google Ads Search Certification
  • Google Ads Qualified - Measurement Certification
  • Google Ads Video Certification
  • GA4 Certification
  • SEO Fundamentals Certification
  • Google Ads Fundamentals Certification
  • TikTok Academy 101
  • TikTok For Small Business
  • TikTok Cap University
Princess Orfano, Content Writer - The Influence Agency

Princess Orfano

Content Writer

Rocco Bombardieri, Art Director - The Influence Agency

Rocco Bombardieri

Art Director

  • Asana Ambassador
  • Udemy CRO Certification
  • Webflow CMS Certification
  • Webflow Layout Certification
  • Webflow Expert Certification
Ryan Stephenson, Sr. Paid Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Ryan Stephenson

Associate Director of Paid Media

  • GA4 Certification
  • Google Ads - Measurement Certification
  • Google Ads Search Certification
  • Google Ads Display Certification
  • Google Ads Video Certification
  • Google Ads Apps Certification
  • Linkedin Fundementals Certification
  • Meta Blueprint Certification
  • TikTok Cap University
  • Intro to TikTok for Business
Sam Butcher, Creative Director - The Influence Agency

Sam Butcher

Creative Director

  • Google Ads Certificate
  • Google Analytics Certificate
  • Google Garage Fundamentals of Digital Marketing Certificate
  • TikTok Academy
  • TikTok Cap University
Sara Ensan, Sr. Digital Designer - The Influence Agency

Sara Ensan

Sr. Digital Designer

  • Udemy CRO Certification
Sari Klaczkowski, Sr. Client Success Manager - The Influence Agency

Sari Klaczkowski

Sr. Client Success Manager

  • GA4 Certification
  • Google Ads Search Cetification
Sharifa Duncan, Sr. Social Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Sharifa Duncan

Sr. Social Media Manager

  • Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce Professional Certificate
  • Google Analytics Certificate
  • Hootsuite Social Media Marketing Certification
  • Hootsuite Platform Certification
  • Hubspot: Social Media Marketing
  • Sprout Social Certification
  • TikTok Academy
Sonia Batra, Director Of PMO - The Influence Agency

Sonia Batra

Director Of PMO

Stephanie Cho, Digital Designer - The Influence Agency

Stephanie Cho

Digital Designer

  • Udemy CRO Certification
  • Webflow CMS Certification
  • Webflow Layout Certification
Stephanie Palasti, VP of Client Solutions - The Influence Agency

Stephanie Palasti

VP of Client Solutions

Stephen Pedder, Director of Human Resources - The Influence Agency

Stephen Pedder

Director of Human Resources

  • Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resources Management, De Montfort University
Suhani Purohit, SEO Specialist - The Influence Agency

Suhani Purohit

SEO Specialist

  • Ahrefs Academy
  • Google Analytics Certificate
  • Scrum Master Certified
Vivian Phung, Sr. Paid Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Teresa Feng

Paid Media Coordinator

  • Google Ads Search Certification
  • Google AI-Powered Performance Ads Certification
  • Google Ads Display Certification
  • Google Analytics Certification
  • LinkedIn Marketing Solutions Fundamentals
  • Hootsuite Platform Certification
  • Hootsuite Social Media Marketing
Vivian Phung, Sr. Paid Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Timea Gindl

Sr. Client Success Manager

Tanya Cruz, Director of Communications - The Influence Agency

Tanya Cruz

Director of Communications

  • Sprout Social Certification
  • TikTok Academy
  • TikTok Cap University
Tyson Huggins, Director of Paid Media - The Influence Agency

Tyson Huggins

Director of Performance Strategy

  • Google Ads AI-Powered Performance Ads Certification
  • Google Ads Video Certification
  • Google Ads Display Certification
  • Google Ads Search Certification
  • Google Ads Apps Certification
  • Google Analytics 4 Certification
  • Facebook Blueprint Certified
  • Ruben de Boer Udemy CRO Certification
  • TikTok Academy
Tom Yawney, VP of Business Development - The Influence Agency

Tom Yawney

VP of Business Development

  • Google Ads Search Certification
  • Google Analytics Certificate
  • Hubspot Digital Marketing
  • TikTok Academy
Vivian Phung, Sr. Paid Media Manager - The Influence Agency

Vivian Phung

Sr. Paid Media Manager

  • Google Ads AI-Powered Shopping Ads Certification
  • Google Ads Video Certification
  • Google Ads Display Certification
  • Google Ads Search Certification
  • GA4 Certification
  • StackAdapt Academy
  • TikTok Academy

Who we are

One thriving company that elevates our clients and enriches our people

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