Brian Sekandi

Brian Sekandi is a seasoned professional known for his expertise in executive recruitment across various industries, including life science, technology, consumer packaged goods, food & beverage, retail, media, entertainment, and the cannabis sector. With a strong background in leading large teams and managing complex recruitment projects, Brian has collaborated with high-growth, venture capital-backed, Pre-IPO, and post-M&A companies.

In addition to his recruitment endeavors, Brian Sekandi is actively involved in the cannabis industry, serving as the Co-founder of Careers Cannabis, a prominent cannabis job search engine & marketplace. Moreover, he is the creative mind behind the children's book series 'Kids of Cannabis'. Currently, Brian operates as the Managing Partner of One Eight Nine Search Inc, a respected executive search management firm, where he provides strategic consulting services to CEOs and business leaders.

Brian Sekandi's educational background includes studies in International Baccalaureate, Economics, and Visual Arts at St. Clare's, Oxford, a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Toronto, and participation in the Startup School Online program.

Throughout his career, Brian has held various key roles, such as Co-Founder at Careers Cannabis, Managing Director of Executive Recruitment at One Eight Nine Search Inc., Partner at Executive Search, and Project Director Asia Pacific at Outdoor Television Network (OTN China). His diverse experiences and extensive network have positioned him as a sought-after professional in the fields of recruitment, cannabis, and executive search.