Anna Lisa Farina

Bio

Anna Lisa is a business and sales leader with 15 years of experience in the retail and consumer goods industries. While attending the John Molson School of Business, she began her career as a sales representative for a national fashion importer, where she honed her skills and discovered her talent for building lasting client connections.

She has since excelled in diverse leadership roles in retail, field sales, merchandising and national account management within the fashion, home décor, natural food and beverage industries. With a passion for developing and coaching high performing teams, Anna Lisa recognizes the importance of finding the right fit for both the client and the candidate.

Hailing from the vibrant city of Montreal and now calling Toronto home, Anna Lisa understands the distinct needs of both the Ontario and Quebec markets. Her multicultural background and fluency in three languages—English, French and Italian—have allowed her to effortlessly connect with clients from diverse backgrounds, fostering strong relationships built on trust and understanding.

Anna Lisa can be reached at: annalisa@macdonaldsearchgroup.com

Anna Lisa’s areas of expertise include:

CONSUMER PACKAGED GOODS, FOOD SERVICE & CANNABIS

Sales, Key Account Management, Sales Management, Category Management, Analysts, Trade Marketing, Brand & Product Management, Marketing Management, Executive Level

BEVERAGE ALCOHOL

Retail & On-Premise Sales, Brand Ambassadors, Key Account Management, Sales Management, Category Management, Brand & Product Management, Marketing Management, Executive Level

LIFE SCIENCES – PHARMACEUTICALS, MEDICAL DEVICES, DENTAL, ANIMAL HEALTH

Sales, Specialty Reps, Sales Management, Market Access, Government Affairs, Clinical, Regulatory, CHE/CME, Product Management & Marketing

MARKETING

Coordinators, Assistant Brand/Product Managers, Brand/Product Managers, Public Relations, Communications, Advertising, E-Commerce, Digital, Marketing Research, Marketing Management

ADVERTISING

Agency- Traditional / Digital, Experiential Marketing, Creative, Client Management, Project Management, Production Management, Social Media