Calissa Busby is a passionate public relations professional with a strong background in communications and event planning. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Public Relations from Humber Polytechnic and quickly became influential in the field. In 2023, she was elected president of the Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) Toronto Student Steering Committee, where she played a key role in organizing impactful industry events like Passport to PR and PR Sparks.
Originally from the Caribbean island of St. Maarten, Calissa moved to Toronto in 2019 as an international student, embracing new challenges and opportunities in the communications industry. She currently works as a Communications Associate at GSK, where she applies her expertise in corporate and internal communications.
Beyond her professional endeavours, Calissa enjoys reading, going to the gym, shopping, and taking time to relax. Her journey from St. Maarten to Toronto reflects her resilience and ambition, and she continues to make meaningful contributions to the PR industry.