Paul Pellizzari

Paul holds overall accountability for the growing entertainment brand's social responsibility programs and initiatives.

In his previous role, Pellizzari led social responsibility for Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation (OLG) and developed a global leadership position for the corporation. This work included building and leading OLG's responsible gaming program, which was named "Best Overall Responsible Gaming Program in the World" by the World Lottery Association in 2014 and won 16 other national and international awards.

Prior to leading social responsibility for the OLG, Pellizzari led a research consulting practice at EthicScan Canada, developed social purpose marketing strategies for J. Walter Thompson and worked in corporate communications for Noranda Inc. Throughout his career his work has led to collaborating with all orders of government, the United Nations and with international, national and local not-for-profit organizations.

Education

• Honours Bachelor of Arts University of Toronto & Queen's University (1991 — 1994)
• Honours Bachelor of Commerce Queen's University (1987 — 1991)
• Richview Collegiate Institute

Companies

• Vice President - Global Social Responsibility Hard Rock International (2018)
• Executive Director - Social Responsibility OLG (2007 — 2018)
• Adjunct Professor Smith School of Business at Queen's University (2014 — 2018)
• Senior Policy Consultant Ontario Public Service (2003 — 2007)
• Account Director - Social Purpose Marketing J. Walter Thompson Worldwide (2002 — 2003)
• Senior Strategist - Social Purpose Marketing Eric Young Enterprises (E.Y.E.) (2000 — 2002)
• Director of Research EthicScan Canada Limited (1995 — 2000)
• Communications Coordinator Noranda (1992 — 1994)