EXPERIENCE
45+ Years Combined Experience
Our team has been around the block. We’ve
seen the ebbs and flows of regulated
industries in Canada, and helped to shape
how they’ve developed.
We’ve helped brands grow across the country
both in real life and digitally. We've
moved fast at times, and taken our time at
others, our scopes have been wide and
narrow, and we apply the same expertise
regardless.
CULTURE
Ears to the Ground Always
Experience means nothing without the
culture that informs it. At CONTRA we
believe that the most effective way to
build brands is to live them. To be a part
of culture, vs selling to a culture.
We seek authenticity in all of our work,
and always do the “right” thing for those
who appreciate our lifestyles.
This is what makes us who we are, we’re not
just learning from behind a screen.
JESSE COLOSIMO
Founder / Operator
Jesse is an experienced marketer and creative, having worked both agency and brand side for over a decade. His experience in cannabis stems from his time in the world of tobacco. Jesse imparts his wisdom on all the brands CONTRA supports.
ZOE KATZBERG
Project Manager /Designer
Zoe is a creative force across almost every artistic platform. Zoe has emerged as a triple threat within the realm of advertising and creative marketing. Herjourney has seen her collaborating withmajor brands including the likes of Bandaid, Dove, Jäegermeister, and more. Zoe's creativity knows no bounds, and her influence in the world of artistry andmarketing is nothing short of profound.
LUCAS MACRAE
Lead Designer
Lucas boasts 5 years experience in graphic, product design and art direction. Recipient of 2022 CAFA (Canadian Arts & Fashion Association) Menswear Designer of the year as Art Director of Mr.Saturday. Co-creative director of New York Fashion Week and Paris Fashion Week seasonal campaigns from FW21-SS25. Co-recipient of several Cannes Lion Awards for the OLG x Mr.Saturday “Dream Drops” campaign.
ZOE KATZBERG
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ZOE
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KATZBERG
Project Manager /Designer
Zoe is a creative force across almost every artistic platform. Zoe has emerged as a triple threat within the realm of advertising and creative marketing. Herjourney has seen her collaborating withmajor brands including the likes of Bandaid, Dove, Jäegermeister, and more. Zoe's creativity knows no bounds, and her influence in the world of artistry andmarketing is nothing short of profound.
Jesse Colosimo
Founder / Operator
Jesse is an experienced marketer and creative, having worked both agency and brand side for over a decade. His experience in cannabis stems from his time in the world of tobacco. Jesse imparts his wisdom on all the brands CONTRA supports.
Dom Lisi
Creative Director
Dom is a passionate multi-disciplinary creative mind with a knack for design, art and advertising. Born and raised in Scarborough, Dom’s work draws from an obsession with street art, fashion and visual culture across the world. Dom’s portfolio spans across brand strategy, design, photo/video and experiential. On the weekends you can find Dom cooking, wrestling with his two bulldogs, or enjoying a glass of natural wine and designing stickers.
Lucas Macrae
Lead Designer
Lucas boasts 5 years experience in graphic, product design and art direction. Recipient of 2022 CAFA (Canadian Arts & Fashion Association) Menswear Designer of the year as Art Director of Mr.Saturday. Co-creative director of New York Fashion Week and Paris Fashion Week seasonal campaigns from FW21-SS25. Co-recipient of several Cannes Lion Awards for the OLG x Mr.Saturday “Dream Drops” campaign.
Zoe Katzberg
Project Manager / Designer
Zoe is a creative force across almost every artistic platform. Zoe has emerged as a triple threat within the realm of advertising and creative marketing. Herjourney has seen her collaborating withmajor brands including the likes of Bandaid, Dove, Jäegermeister, and more. Zoe's creativity knows no bounds, and her influence in the world of artistry andmarketing is nothing short of profound.
Lucas Macrae
Lead Designer
Lucas boasts 5 years experience in graphic, product design and art direction. Recipient of 2022 CAFA (Canadian Arts & Fashion Association) Menswear Designer of the year as Art Director of Mr.Saturday. Co-creative director of New York Fashion Week and Paris Fashion Week seasonal campaigns from FW21-SS25. Co-recipient of several Cannes Lion Awards for the OLG x Mr.Saturday “Dream Drops” campaign.
Zoe Katzberg
Project Manager / Designer
Zoe is a creative force across almost every artistic platform. Zoe has emerged as a triple threat within the realm of advertising and creative marketing. Her
journey has seen her collaborating with
major brands including the likes of Bandaid, Dove, Jäegermeister, and more. Zoe's creativity knows no bounds, and her influence in the world of artistry and
marketing is nothing short of profound.
Gurkamal Bahra
Account Coordinator
Gurkamal, known in our office as “Gurks” is an event marketing enthusiast, with over 5 years of working experiential events for a variety of clients. Starting off as a Brand Ambassador and working her way up, Gurks brings her extensive knowledge of live event management to the team.