Brian Slowey, a National Sales Manager for Sonos in Toronto, Ontario, passed away on Friday, May 12th, 2023, after a courageous battle with cancer. His death was announced on Facebook two days later with a publication that reads "Dear Friends, It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Brian, on May 12th". Brian was a dedicated man who was loved and cherished by all who crossed paths with him. In this article, we will remember the life and career of Brian Slowey.
Introduction
Brian Slowey was a National Sales Manager for Sonos, Inc., a global electronics company based in California. He held this position for almost 7 years and was responsible for creating and implementing the go-to-market strategy across the AV Specialty, Installed Solutions, and Club channels in Canada. His dedication and hard work made him an asset to the company and helped establish Sonos as a household name in Canada.
Early Career
Brian Slowey received his education from Western University and Sheridan College. In 2005 and 2006, he worked as the Marketing Manager at Audio Products International, where he was responsible for the Mirage, Energy, and Athena home audio product lines. During his time there, he built retail sales marketing programs for Best Buy/Future Shop and rejuvenated the digital presence of many businesses. Brian was also the principal product developer on various initiatives, including iPod speaker docks.