From Immigrant to Impact: Building a Career in Canada
Sat, Sep 06
|Google Meet
As an international student from Russia, Max Shabalov navigated early career challenges—juggling various roles to support his education—before rising to Marketing Manager at Manulife.
Time & Location
Sep 06, 2025, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Google Meet
Guests
About the event
From Immigrant to Impact: Building a Career in Canada
Date & Time:September 6, Saturday | 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT
Speaker:
Max Shabalov – Marketing Manager at Manulife
Max Shabalov is a Marketing Manager at Manulife and a former international student whose journey is a powerful testament to resilience, adaptability, and strategy. After moving to Canada from Russia and beginning his education at Seneca College, Max balanced multiple roles—including on‑film‑set work—to support his studies. Through unwavering determination and intentional career decisions, he transitioned into corporate marketing, where he now leads initiatives in Affinity Markets at one of Canada’s largest financial institutions.
Event Overview:Starting a career in Canada as an immigrant or international student can feel daunting, especially without “Canadian experience” or an established professional network. Join Max Shabalov, who successfully navigated these challenges and is now a Marketing Manager at Manulife, as he shares his personal career journey and practical strategies…