Devon Elcus-Whelan

Account Coordinator

accounts

Devon brings energy and expertise to the Alphabet® accounts team, along with a passion for growing workplace culture and building long-lasting client relationships. He holds an advanced diploma from the three-year Advertising and Marketing Communications Management program at Algonquin College, and his experience extends to brand development, photography, videography, design, and account coordination. 

In the past, Devon led the rebrand of one of Mont-Tremblant’s top restaurants, developing the brand to integrate with the established character of the village. He’s devoted to advocating for LGBTQ2IA+ youth, having attended the International CBRC Summit in Vancouver to speak about how representation of the LGBT Community in media and arts is fundamental to the wellbeing of LGBT youth. Devon also played a key role in developing and executing the 2019 IKEA Pride marketing campaign in Ottawa. As well, through the personal Devona Brand, they have become one of Canada’s most notable drag entertainers, while creating and marketing several recurring events within the city. 

At Alphabet®, Devon brings his expertise and enthusiasm to a broad range of clients including Minto Communities Ottawa, the Canadian Construction Association, and the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists. 

Highlights

  • Led the rebrand of a popular Mont-Tremblant restaurant
  • Assisted in the development and execution of the 2019 IKEA Pride marketing campaign
  • Spoke at the International CBRC Summit in Vancouver

Highlights

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