Alan Downward
Based in Toronto, Canada
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Every great brand begins with
an even better story.
For me, storytelling and brand building are about shaping narratives that connect people, inspire trust, and open doors for growth. I see every campaign as an opportunity to bridge audiences and organizations, turning ideas into stories that resonate and brands into voices that matter.
Portfolio
My Portfolio
Media Relations – Earned Media
Forbes – Increasing ZEVs Adoption Will Be Critical In Decarbonising Canada’s Transportation Sector
The Toronto Star – EV auto pioneer reflects on the past and future
Maclean's – The Power List: Top 10 EV Entrepreneurs
The Globe and Mail – Sky-high gas prices are pushing Canadians to consider electric vehicles
CBC News – Long wait lists, no provincial incentives keep Ontarians from buying EVs, advocate says
Project Management
Uber – Road to Zero Emissions
• Developed and delivered EV 101 presentations for Uber Canada, reaching 5,000+ rideshare drivers through Plug’n Drive’s webinar series.
• Planned, marketed, and executed multiple EV test drive events tailored to Uber drivers, generating hundreds of in-person attendees and strong driver engagement.
Earned Media
The Toronto Star – Your Uber may soon be electric
Daily Hive – Uber to be fully electric, zero-emissions platform by 2040
Mobile Syrup – Uber shares key Canadian statistics on its 10th anniversary in the country
Toronto Hydro – EV Smart Charging Pilot Program
• Coordinated the program launch and crafted targeted marketing campaigns to Plug’n Drive’s EV driver audience.
• Successfully garnered hundreds of submissions despite the program being capped at 100 participants, demonstrating high demand and effective outreach.
City of Mississauga – Climate Change Action Plan
• Researched, wrote, and designed an online EV FAQ and myth-busting toolkit for the City’s Climate Change Action Plan.
• Equipped staff with clear, accessible resources to address common EV questions and combat misinformation.
BDC – EV Charging Consultations
• Led the launch and marketing of BDC’s EV Charging consultation program, connecting business owners with Plug’n Drive experts.
• Helped businesses explore how EV charging infrastructure could drive growth and sustainability goals.
Ivy Charging Network – Ivy Home launch
• Managed the full marketing rollout for Ivy Home, including email campaigns, ad copy, and social media.
• Delivered cohesive, multi-channel promotion that built brand awareness and drove interest in Ivy’s home charging solution.
Electricity Canada – Canadian EV Awards
• Directed media relations and marketing for the Canadian EV Awards, a joint initiative with Electricity Canada.
• Elevated the profile of dealerships and utilities leading EV adoption, positioning Plug’n Drive as a national thought leader in clean transportation.
My Skills
My Skills
Hootsuite
Constant Contact
ZOHO CRM
Adobe Creative Suite
Cision and MRP's
Facebook Ads
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aldownward@gmail.com
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