Chris Harris

Doer
DISC Type : ds

Director Mixed Operations at 100 Acre Firewood

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Overview

Chris Harris is a digital media executive specializing in partnerships and business development, currently as Head Of Partnerships at Kijiji Canada. He has a proven history of driving revenue and building successful sales cultures. Colleagues describe him as a visionary, hard worker, and natural leader. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science from Ryerson University.

Outside of his corporate role, Chris is a passionate supporter of youth sports, particularly junior cycling in Canada. He is also an entrepreneur, owning and operating a small firewood supply business named 100 Acre Firewood in Prince Edward County, showcasing his hands-on business acumen.

Unique fact: In addition to his executive career in digital media, Chris owns and runs a firewood supply business.

Personality Overview

Results Focused

Deliberate Doer

Strategic Planner

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.

Topics They Care About

Automotive E-commerce
His current role involves expanding Kijiji's digital retailing capabilities and forming partnerships to better serve automotive dealer customers.
Building Sales Cultures
As former VP Sales at HomeStars, he focused on building and growing a winning sales culture that delivered significant value to professionals across Canada.
Youth Cycling
He is actively involved in supporting junior cycling in Canada and is passionate about helping young riders reach the next level, specifically with Ignite Junior Cycling.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

9-2023
Director Mixed Operations at 100 Acre Firewood
2-2022
Head Of Partnerships at Kijiji Canada
10-2020 - 1-2022
Investing and looking for the next great opportunity at Chain Reaction Bicycles Toronto
12-2017 - 10-2020
VP Sales at HomeStars
9-2016 - 11-2017
Head of Growth at Kijiji, an eBay Company

Education

1993 - 1997
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) from Ryerson University

More Information

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Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • Suggest clear next steps with confidence, don't be vague or hesitant
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside

DONT's

  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't take their patience for granted, avoid long-winding sermons
  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Chris

Personality Compatibility


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