Portfolio

A Journey in Digital Innovation

From Ghana, to Canada and now in St. Louis, this is a story of using technology to bridge divides and empower communities.

Theo Ossinga

June 2024 — Present

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Associate Director, Advancement Communications Projects

Washington University in St. Louis

I lead the management of more than 40 monthly projects across digital, print, and publication media, aligning institutional priorities and strengthening collaboration among advancement teams.

October 2022 — April 2024

05

Vice President, Business Development

Onward Media Group

I led digital transformation strategies spanning AI tools, content systems, and analytics, while helping clients adapt to new ways of working and measure progress.

Onward Media Group presentation at Tapestry Hall
Media Monday at Tapestry Hall · Courtesy of Onward Media Group

March 2022 — February 2023

04

Creative Business Development Manager

Neruda Arts

I helped grow attendance at the Kultrun World Music Festival by 400%, increased corporate sponsorship, and introduced new digital systems for artists and audiences.

A live performance at the 2022 Kultrún World Music Festival
Kultrún World Music Festival, 2022 · Courtesy of Neruda Arts

September 2020 — January 2022

03

Technical Infrastructure Millwright & Marketing Lead

YYC Growers & Distributors

I developed and deployed commerce systems that doubled holiday revenue, while supporting decentralized team structures and sustained operations.

YYC Growers team members harvesting greens
YYC Growers in the Emerald Documentary Series · Courtesy of Alberta Emerald Foundation

May 2018 — August 2020

02

Marketing Manager, Digital & Creative Strategy

D1Zi Digital

I led a team of more than 18 people to Platinum Agency recognition. Our work moved Alternatives Journal from print to digital and launched ENV Media, a youth-focused platform employing 15 people.

ENV Media's news recap video
ENV Media: a youth-focused environmental platform · Courtesy of ENV Media

2013 — 2018

01

Early Vision and Entrepreneurial Spirit

Ghana and Canada

The earliest chapter of my work was shaped by the belief that access, education, and practical digital tools could create new possibilities. That belief moved with me from entrepreneurial work in Ghana to supporting students in Canada.

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Entrepreneurship in Ghana

RentAir Ghana became an early exercise in turning an idea into a visible, useful business through practical digital growth.

02

Building new experiences

At Aqua Safari Resort, introducing hydroflight connected entrepreneurship with tourism, technology, and a new kind of visitor experience.

03

Access and education in Canada

At Conestoga College, the focus shifted toward helping international students find support, opportunity, and a stronger sense of belonging.

Hydroflight demonstration at Aqua Safari Resort in Ghana
Introducing hydroflight at Aqua Safari Resort
Archived RentAir Ghana social media page
Building RentAir Ghana's early digital presence
A second hydroflight demonstration in Ghana
Hydroflight on the water in Ghana
Archived RentAir Ghana campaign featuring Theo
An early RentAir Ghana campaign
Theo in the Next Generation of Leaders video
Next Generation of Leaders · Courtesy of Conestoga College International