Grok Global Services, US. Victoria Steele has been appointed associate director of business development, North America, and is taking the lead with Grok’s Canadian partnerships. Victoria joins Grok after serving as director of partnerships for Canada at AECC, where she focused on market intelligence and international student recruitment. Previously, she held the position of partnership director at Adventus.io, enabling institutions, recruiters, and service providers to find and transact with each other anywhere in the world. Victoria has vast experience in global strategic partner relationship management. With over eight years at Brock University, Victoria advanced from graduate programs officer to associate director of international market development, successfully managing relationships in Southeast Asia, South and East Asia and enhancing the university’s global presence. She also has experience as an international coordinator and student communication skills coordinator, showcasing her diverse skill set in education and partnership development. Victoria holds a Master’s degree from McMaster University and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Victoria.