stackt market

the business challenge

To launch a world-class lifestyle hub and destination that inspired both locals and international visitors to gather, connect, and keep coming back.
 The challenge: build an experience-driven ecosystem — not just a space — that would ignite curiosity, community, and commerce from day one.

the solution

Through deep research with local stakeholders and benchmarking against global examples, we developed a best-in-class programming and partnership strategy designed to make stackt the cultural pulse of Toronto.

The plan integrated food & drink, arts & culture, wellness, technology, play, and discovery — all woven into a dynamic year-round programming calendar.
 Strategic collaborations with emerging brands, local creators, and community partners ensured continuous freshness, cultural relevance, and emotional connection.

the resultS

The launch of stackt market exceeded all KPIs at launch for visitation, dwell time, and earned media — quickly becoming one of Toronto’s most celebrated destinations.

It reinforced the importance of thorough research and engagement with all stakeholders and end users to fully understand and uncover the experiential and programming potential — along with identifying the right partners to bring those possibilities to life.

stackt became not just a marketplace — but a movement, redefining how people gather, experience, and belong in the city.

our role

Pre-Launch Strategy & Experience Development


Led research, experience, and amenity ideation; designed the inaugural programming and partnership calendar; and crafted the recommendations plan that guided full-time team execution.


Championed the vision, framework, and partnerships that transformed an empty site into a record-breaking cultural and commercial hub.