Faculty and Staff
Jaime Gonzalez
Business Development Officer
Born and raised in El Salvador during the country’s twelve-year civil war, Jaime Gonzalez developed a deep sense of empathy, resilience, and social awareness from an early age. These formative experiences, coupled with a love for creativity and humor, led him to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications and a Minor in Advertising at Escuela Mónica Herrera in Santiago, Chile. His academic journey and travels across South America expanded his worldview and ignited a passion for storytelling and cultural connection.
Upon returning to El Salvador, Jaime began his professional career in the fast-paced world of advertising. As an Account Director at the globally renowned agency Ogilvy & Mather, he led major campaigns for multinational brands such as Telefónica, France Telecom, SABMiller, Colgate-Palmolive, Shell, and Coca-Cola. After gaining valuable industry experience, he pursued an MBA from Thunderbird School of Global Management, further solidifying his global business acumen and leadership capabilities.
Transitioning from agency life to the client side, Jaime became Brand Communications Manager for Millicom (TIGO), a leading telecommunications company. His international career then took him to Guatemala, where he served as Marketing Manager for Excel Automotriz, a major regional car dealership. These roles enriched his strategic insight and ability to drive brand growth across diverse markets before ultimately leading him to settle in Canada.
Jaime is known for his talent in building bridges across teams and departments, fostering collaboration, and aligning efforts toward shared goals. His leadership style is grounded in empathy, active listening, and the ability to bring out the best in others. A natural facilitator and creative collaborator, he thrives in environments that value diverse perspectives and genuine problem-solving.
Outside of work, Jaime channels his love for soccer as both a player and coach. His experience as a central midfielder has sharpened his strategic thinking, leadership, and ability to maintain a broad vision—skills he brings into all areas of life. He is also a certified open water scuba diver, drawn to the peace and wonder of the ocean. A former live performer, he also has a deep love for music and used to sing at bars and venues in his younger years. Whether hiking through the mountains of Calgary, relaxing by a lake, or experimenting in the kitchen with bold new recipes, Jaime finds balance and inspiration in nature, movement, and creativity.
His career in marketing and communications has focused on building meaningful connections, leading diverse teams, and driving purposeful brand strategies. What drew him to Third Schools is the opportunity to apply these skills in a mission-driven environment that values education, empowerment, and global engagement. This role aligns with his passion for personal growth, cross-cultural collaboration, and creating lasting impact through learning and innovation.
Upon returning to El Salvador, Jaime began his professional career in the fast-paced world of advertising. As an Account Director at the globally renowned agency Ogilvy & Mather, he led major campaigns for multinational brands such as Telefónica, France Telecom, SABMiller, Colgate-Palmolive, Shell, and Coca-Cola. After gaining valuable industry experience, he pursued an MBA from Thunderbird School of Global Management, further solidifying his global business acumen and leadership capabilities.
Transitioning from agency life to the client side, Jaime became Brand Communications Manager for Millicom (TIGO), a leading telecommunications company. His international career then took him to Guatemala, where he served as Marketing Manager for Excel Automotriz, a major regional car dealership. These roles enriched his strategic insight and ability to drive brand growth across diverse markets before ultimately leading him to settle in Canada.
Jaime is known for his talent in building bridges across teams and departments, fostering collaboration, and aligning efforts toward shared goals. His leadership style is grounded in empathy, active listening, and the ability to bring out the best in others. A natural facilitator and creative collaborator, he thrives in environments that value diverse perspectives and genuine problem-solving.
Outside of work, Jaime channels his love for soccer as both a player and coach. His experience as a central midfielder has sharpened his strategic thinking, leadership, and ability to maintain a broad vision—skills he brings into all areas of life. He is also a certified open water scuba diver, drawn to the peace and wonder of the ocean. A former live performer, he also has a deep love for music and used to sing at bars and venues in his younger years. Whether hiking through the mountains of Calgary, relaxing by a lake, or experimenting in the kitchen with bold new recipes, Jaime finds balance and inspiration in nature, movement, and creativity.
His career in marketing and communications has focused on building meaningful connections, leading diverse teams, and driving purposeful brand strategies. What drew him to Third Schools is the opportunity to apply these skills in a mission-driven environment that values education, empowerment, and global engagement. This role aligns with his passion for personal growth, cross-cultural collaboration, and creating lasting impact through learning and innovation.