As Etsy, an online marketplace for the creative industry continues to expand into new markets, this week they named Toronto-based publicity firm rock-it promotions as their Canadian public relations agency of record. As part of the assignment, rock-it promotions will strategize and collaborate on inventive campaigns with Etsy Canada’s in house team to generate media coverage and increased awareness for the brand and Etsy’s seller community.
With its growing list of artists and curatorsx Etsy currently have over 30 million users worldwide.
Dave “The Connector” Forde has been involved in the marketing, public relations and technology industry across Canada for over 15 years in various sales and marketing roles, he launched The Connected One network of business sites which connects buyers to the right sellers. Profectio and PR In Canada covers news about the marketing and public relations industry each day helping professionals advance their career and businesses.
He also serves as an advisor to a number of businesses across the country. Find Dave on LinkedIn and Twitter.