JoAnne M
Strongman.
Founder & CEO of JMS Media Group Inc.
JoAnne's inherent ability to understand the unique needs of each specific client, assemble the right team, & connect with hand picked suppliers to create the best representation of a clients brand are the reason she is in demand through-out North America. She has built a reputation working on everything from multi-national corporate brand campaigns to local Canadian businesses - with the best in the business in sales, marketing, public relations, as well as film, television, and digital media.
With a natural talent and eye for composition and design, as well as extensive years of experience in how to convey the essence of a product, for a quick read captured on camera, JoAnne is often brought onto a project to work in the capacity of Creative Director. Her Honours degree in Visual Arts from the University of Western Ontario was the base for developing her honed visual eye and her experience as a visual artist and painter contribute to that sense of “je ne sais quoi” that her artful touch brings to each project. In addition to her degree from Western, JoAnne is an ongoing student of the UBC Sauder Executive Business School since 2019 with certificates in Advanced Leadership.
With over 30 years of experience in the field, hands-on problem solving, and technical know-how, JoAnne and her team are able to anticipate the best strategy for executing branding and marketing. Team JMS is renowned for their adeptness in both meetings and interpersonal relations. At JMS, fostering genuine connections with clients is a passion, allowing them to unveil and amplify the distinctive qualities inherent in their brand identity.