WSI is the world’s leading Internet franchise offering digital marketing services to suit the needs of multiple industries. The company has the world’s largest Digital Marketing Consultants’ network with its head office in Toronto, Canada.

WSI Digital Marketing Consultants have helped thousands of small and medium-sized businesses realize their online marketing potential. By using innovative Internet technologies and advanced digital marketing strategies, businesses can have a WSI Digital Marketing System tailored to their individual needs to elevate their Internet presence and profitability to new levels.

In 2010, WSI was the proud recipient of 6 Standard of Excellence Awards at the Annual Web Awards Competition organized by the Web Marketing Association (WMA). With the support and cooperation of its customers, WSI Internet franchise network, employees, suppliers and charitable organizations, WSI aims to help make child poverty history through its global outreach program www.makechildpovertyhistory.org.
 
For more information about WSI’s offerings and WSI Internet franchise business opportunities, please visit our latest website at www.wsidigitalmarketing.com.

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Senior Management Profiles

Doug Schust, President

As President, Doug is focused on the growth and profitability of WSI’s customers, franchisees and partners within the WSI eMarketplace. Ably positioned at the helm, Doug has built a team that embraces the concept of strong relationships in all their interactions within the WSI global community.

Prior to becoming President of WSI, Doug was the longest standing and highest revenue producing WSI Consultant.  Having been a WSI franchisee since 1995, Doug brings more than 16 years of experience in the Internet marketing industry and over 30 years of total marketing experience to the WSI franchise system.  As a driving force for the WSI brand and a leading authority within the network, Doug has an intimate understanding of both the challenges and, most importantly, the tremendous opportunity that exists in the marketplace for WSI franchisees, suppliers and partner alliances.  
 

As Executive Vice President of Global Operations, Valerie is responsible for providing support and education to the WSI global franchise system.  She is also charged with managing the innovation of the WSI business model as a whole.  Overall, Valerie works to ensure WSI Consultants are provided with the tools, systems and support they need to remain top amongst their competitors. 

Valerie first joined WSI in 1999 and has served in a number of roles. Prior to this, she ran her own business and worked overseas in a number of countries.  Valerie holds a Master degree from the University of Toronto.
 

Mark Dobson, VP Franchise Development

Mark Dobson, our VP Franchise Development has been with WSI since its inception. Mark has an extensive background in the development of human potential and the understanding of behavioral patterns. He was instrumental in the development of the unique selection process incorporated by WSI. Mark also brings his many years of franchising experience to the WSI network ensuring only the highest quality of Internet franchise applicants are awarded the WSI Internet franchise. Using his prior experience as an entrepreneur, Mark has a very good understanding of WSI applicants’ needs and desires to own a business within a proven franchise system.



Kishor Vyas, Controller

As Controller, Kishor Vyas’ mandate is to ensure the fiscal responsibility of the Company. Kishor also works with the Management team to make sure appropriate resources are in place to help grow the businesses of WSI Consultants and partners with the e-Marketplace. Kishor is focused on driving significant process improvements ensuring WSI receives the maximum return on resources deployed. In addition to utilizing his skills for financial matters, Kishor leverages his experiences to facilitate WSI strategic decision making and ensure our direction is consistent with driving additional sustainable profitability for all WSI Internet Franchise Network members.

Strategic Alliances/Partners

As a leading provider of Internet Solutions to small and medium-sized businesses worldwide, WSI Internet Franchise Networks employ highly certified technical staff and benefits from critical support agreements with the leading suppliers in the industry. These strategic partnerships mean our clients receive the highest standards of service quality and reliability. It's an advantage we're proud of and one you'll come to appreciate.