Kris is a seasoned leader in marketing and strategy, serving as a professor at both the University of Calgary (UofC) and Mount Royal University (MRU). With extensive experience in strategic planning, marketing strategy, and organizational leadership, Kris brings a wealth of knowledge to her roles. Currently, she provides strategic and marketing services to Execom clients, helping them achieve their business objectives and drive growth.

Kris Hans is an ideas generator capable of turning dreams into reality and truly a social entrepreneur. He continues to undertake diverse roles and responsibilities that bring his skills and experience to serve Calgary’s many communities — a testament to the value that he places on civic participation and social enterprise.

Currently, Kris is Co-Founder and Strategist at Market Grade, an interdisciplinary consultancy focused on design, innovation, marketing, and strategy. Kris teaches a wide range of courses at Mount Royal University and the University of Calgary . He also served as the first-ever Entrepreneur in Residence at W21C in the O’Brien Institute of Public Health, Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary. Kris continues to work with students and start-up ventures to help grow their businesses and diversify the Alberta economy.