Eric Chou

Collaborator
DISC Type : is

Manager, Trade & Investment at Niagara Region

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Overview

Eric Chou is the Manager of Trade & Investment for Niagara Region, where he leads the foreign direct investment strategy to foster economic growth. He leverages over two decades of experience in business development, stakeholder relations, and tourism sales. Eric holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Guelph.

Described as a passionate promoter of Niagaras assets and competitive advantages, Eric has developed close ties with the local academic community since transitioning his career to the region in 2017. His work focuses on attracting global stakeholders, business events, and travellers to Niagara.

Following a parent companys bankruptcy, his former team was hired together by a new company, a testament to their collective cohesion and performance.

Personality Overview

Fair-minded

Appreciative

Example Driven

They are more likely to go for proven solutions.  Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are. Win-win scenarios can appeal strongly to them.

Topics They Care About

Foreign Direct Investment
He leads the FDI strategy for Niagara Region, focusing on key sectors to generate jobs and support economic growth.
Regional Economic Growth
Passionate about promoting Niagara's assets, he works with global stakeholders and municipalities to attract investment and support business.
Film Industry Development
Involved in regional efforts to attract more film and television productions to Niagara, recognizing its potential as an emerging economic sector.

Media Appearances

Delegate Profile – Eric Chou, Manager, Trade & Investment, Niagara Region (Ontario at JSAE 2025). Featured in SourceFromOntario.com

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Work History

8-2021
Manager, Trade & Investment at Niagara Region
4-2018 - 7-2021
Account Director, International Markets at Scotiabank Convention Centre
11-2017 - 2-2018
National Director, Sales & Marketing at North American Logistics Services Inc.
11-2017 - 12-2017
TBC at North American Logistics Services Inc.
9-2017 - 11-2017
National Director, Sales & Marketing at Mendelssohn Commerce

Education

1992 - 1996
BComm Co-op HAFA from University of Guelph

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Insights For Selling To Eric

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Show genuine interest in solving their problems
  • If possible, involve their colleagues in the sales process
  • Use phrases like ‘trust me when’, ‘your team will love’ etc.

DONT's

  • Don’t ask too many questions that sound too dry and objective
  • Avoid unnecessary confrontation if it arises incidentally
  • Don’t get into excessive details unless prompted

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Eric is

  • Relationships can play a major role, followed by low risk and strong market validation.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Eric

  • They are not very direct, and unlikely to say no to your face.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Eric move?

  • They can take their time to make decisions, even if they are constantly involved and friendly.
  • Can Eric take some risk or not?

  • It is unlikely that they will take many risks.

You And Eric

Personality Compatibility


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