Meet our dynamic team of ultra
enthusiastic individuals.
Peter Pietrzkiewicz - CEO
Peter Pietrzkiewicz
CEO
A 15 year veteran in the web development and content management space, Peter has helped to modernize the marketing efforts of small to large-scale companies in both the public and private sector.
From an early age Peter recognized the need to bridge the gap between the technical and everyday computer user. He initially developed WebCanada's proprietary content management system ‘Live CMS' as a tool to give non-technical users the ability to maintain their website content. Over time he has expanded the company's services to offer customized and dynamic web applications that are scalable to any size client.
Under Peter's leadership WebCanada has steadily grown its list of clients each year. Peter has also spearheaded a partnership with Starwood Hotels and Resorts that generates $100s of millions in revenue for Starwood annually.
Peter's dedication to his clients allows them to make the most of new marketing tools that drive revenue.
Mike Little - VP Business Development
Mike Little
VP Business Development
A seasoned expert of the eCommerce industry, Mike has been at the centre of Canada's most successful and innovative software and IT companies for over 15 years. In his current role as VP Business Development, Mike helps shape business development strategies and sales and marketing initiatives for WebCanada and Front60.
Mike is a firm believer that a positive customer experience is the ultimate profit centre. While at TELUS Business Solutions Mike fostered strategic relationships with Canada's major banks and was instrumental in charting the industry's strategy for mobile banking. Under Mike's leadership at top ranked IT solutions company Teranet, he was able to expand the market presence of its software and web solutions across uncharted sectors. Over 7 years Mike helped grow Teranet's annual revenue from $250K to $76M.
When not forging business relationships, Mike enjoys vinyl records, skiing and hanging out with his wife and three kids.
Mike's motto: "Life is like skiing: the goal is not to get to the bottom of the hill, it's to have as many remarkable runs as you can before the sun sets."
Ian Walker - Creative Director
Ian Walker
Creative Director
After graduating from the Emily Carr Institute of Art & Design
with a degree in Communication Design, Ian set forth to Tokyo where he
spent 7 years working as a Designer, Art Director and Creative Director.
While living in Tokyo he was the creative lead on projects for notable
clients including Tokyo University, Conrad Tokyo Hilton, Apple, and
Toshiba. As Creative Director at WebCanada, Ian brings a keen eye for
detail as well as a motivating spirit that helps lead the creative team.
When not intriguing us with anecdotes about Japanese culture, Ian
loves Avant-Garde art, music and film – especially artists who risk
everything to challenge convention. He also loves the Vancouver Canucks
and his bicycle.
Ian’s Motto: “You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.” – Wayne
Gretzky
Laura Olsen - Project Manager
Laura Olsen
Project Manager
A veteran member of our team, Laura manages projects for some of WebCanada's top global clients. Her practical knowledge of project management is complimented by her attention to detail and dedication to client service. Prior to joining WebCanada Laura honed her skills as a people person by working in marketing management and visual merchandizing.
When not conference calling around the globe, Laura loves to sing, write songs, blog and snuggle with her awesomely named cat Optimus Prime.
Laura's motto: "We gain strength, and courage, and confidence by each experience in which we really stop to look fear in the face... we must do that which we think we cannot." - Eleanor Roosevelt
Paul Rudy - Lead Developer
Paul Rudy
Lead Developer
Bringing over ten years of software development experience to WebCanada, Paul's steadfast work ethic and software engineering expertise make him an integral part of developing our web products. With a B.Sc. in Computer Science from Belarusian State University of Informatics and Radioelectronics, Paul utilizes his deep-understanding of software to help lead a growing team of junior and senior developers.
When not running circles around Adobe Dreamweaver, Paul enjoys spending time with his family and playing the guitar.
Paul's motto: "Measure twice, cut once."
Andy Zarzycki - Solutions Architect
Andy Zarzycki
Solutions Architect
With almost 15 years of software engineering experience Andy brings a breadth of knowledge to WebCanada's development team. In the mildest sense, Andy is a seasoned web developer. In his mid-teens he wrote software to sequence the bumper assembly of SUVs. Andy's professional experience ranges from working with boutique agencies to working directly with CEOs.
When he's not getting a tan from the warm glow of his computer monitors, Andy enjoys photography, cycling and urban exploring.
Bill Carroll - Senior Graphic Designer
Bill Carroll
Senior Graphic Designer
With over 10 years of professional design experience under his belt, Bill brings an arsenal of knowledge and a detailed eye for design to the creative team.
Bill is a graduate of Durham College's Graphic Design program and has executed work for major brands including Bank of America, Labatt, Hewlett-Packard, Honda and Ferrero. Bill's expertise and natural talent for graphic design, illustration and front-end web design makes him a key component in WebCanada's core offerings.
When not wowing everyone with a lightning-quick combination of keyboard shortcuts, Bill enjoys illustration, bicycling, and video games.
Peter Pietrzkiewicz - CEO
A 15 year veteran in the web development and content management space, Peter has helped to modernize the marketing efforts of small to large-scale companies in both the public and private sector.
From an early age Peter recognized the need to bridge the gap between the technical and everyday computer user. He initially developed WebCanada's proprietary content management system ‘Live CMS' as a tool to give non-technical users the ability to maintain their website content. Over time he has expanded the company's services to offer customized and dynamic web applications that are scalable to any size client.
Under Peter's leadership WebCanada has steadily grown its list of clients each year. Peter has also spearheaded a partnership with Starwood Hotels and Resorts that generates $100s of millions in revenue for Starwood annually.
Peter's dedication to his clients allows them to make the most of new marketing tools that drive revenue.