Stuart Gannon

Bio

Stuart has called Calgary home for the past 15 years, originating from the UK. With over 20 years of senior leadership experience in retail and CPG, he's worked with major corporations like PepsiCo, IRI, Home Depot, Kingfisher, and Velux. Stuart's roles have spanned sales, category management, store management, key accounts, marketing, reporting, and finance.

His varied background makes him a sought-after advisor. Currently, Stuart is involved in projects with the Calgary Stampede, Calgary Food and Drug Executives, and other industry associations. He focuses on talent development through attraction, training, and retention of professionals. Stu’s ability to create a culture of excellence adds tangible value to all of his clients and board engagements.

Stuart brings his passion for retail and finance to the MacDonald Search Group, covering roles in Calgary, Edmonton, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. You can contact him at stuart@macdonaldsearchgroup.com.

Stuart works in a variety of practice areas including:

CONSUMER PACKAGED GOODS, & 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

FINANCE

Accounting, Cost Accounting, Financial Analyst, Controller, Payroll, Tax, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Bookkeepers, Credit Manager, Certified Account

FOOD SERVICE

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

RETAIL / MULTI-UNIT

Category Managers, Merchandising Managers, Buyers, Store Managers, Centre Managers, Area Managers, Regional Managers, Franchise Sales