Leadership
David Ekstrand
President & CEO
As President & CEO, David is responsible for setting the strategic direction that secures Directwest as a leading digital marketing services company. His breadth of management experience guides his leadership of a talented management and employee team – collectively committed to driving the Saskatchewan economy by supporting local businesses and helping them grow.
A recognized industry leader, David has over 25 years of management and leadership experience across Canada and in the U.S. David’s experience spans sales and operational roles, including roles at CompuCom and Rogers. His passion for excellence and pursuit of the best customer experience possible has rewarded him with a strong following of associates and customers over his career. With infectious high energy, he has the edge to make the tough decisions when necessary and a strong will that drives execution. David is a caring member of the business community and a true, trusted advisor to many.
David also serves as the Vice President of Business Sales and Solutions at SaskTel, leading the team responsible for sales, marketing, and operations for SaskTel’s business market. David and his partner Leanne reside just outside of Saskatoon and have four grown children.
Clayton Zurowski
Director of Business Development – Directwest & SIS
With over 20 years of experience leading and managing high performing teams across Canada and the USA, Clayton is a thought leader who has been responsible for Product Development, IT, Finance, Human Resources, Brand and Marketing as Directwest’s VP of Corporate Services. Clayton has helped position Directwest forward as a leading digital marketing services company improving profitability, employee satisfaction and customer satisfaction.
Clayton has worked in progressively senior roles in the areas of Sales, Marketing, IT, Project Management, Human Resources and Operations with companies including Supreme Basics and Quill/Staples with time in Chicago. This vast experience has allowed Clayton to understand and appreciate the many moving pieces that contribute to organizational success. Clayton’s business acumen allows him to understand the vision of each individual customer and provide custom solutions to enable success.
Born and raised in Regina, Clayton is proud to have spent the 11 years prior to Directwest as Vice President, Sales & Operations at a Saskatchewan-based company that is one of the premiere office supply dealers in Canada. In this role, Clayton demonstrated the ability to develop strong relationships, a skill he is excited to build upon as he leads the SaskTel SIS and Directwest teams to provide solutions to Saskatchewan businesses and beyond.
Away from the office, Clayton enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. He has a passion for playing, coaching and watching hockey and is a car enthusiast. Weekends in the summer are spent at the family cabin, fishing, skiing and enjoying campfires.
Steve Tillie
Director – Sales (Directwest Sales & Operations)
Steve empowers the Directwest Sales team with a hands-on leadership approach and outgoing personality. A results-driven leader, Steve has over 20 years’ experience in growing sales, improving customer satisfaction, and change management – talk about a triple threat!
Across multiple organizations, Steve has built a consistent track record of exceeding expectations. He also has experience implementing new sales strategies which are key to maintaining Directwest’s position as a leading digital marketing services company.
Outside of work, Steve spends time with his wife and two children. He enjoys fishing, football, spending time at the lake during the summer and vacationing in warm destinations during the winter months. Steve describes a perfect day as lounging with friends and family on the pontoon boat while landing a 10-pound walleye.
Trevor De Wildt
Sales Manager - Directwest (Sales & Operations)
Tim Dickson
Business Solutions Manager - Directwest
Danielle Jangula
Senior Business Planner – Directwest
Drew Renwick
Strategic Business Development Manager - Directwest
