Kitco News welcomes Jeremy Szafron as both an anchor and producer from its Vancouver bureau. With a wealth of experience, Jeremy has cultivated a rich background in journalism, spanning entertainment, current affairs, and finance.
Jeremy embarked on his professional journey in 2006 at CTV, Canada’s largest television network. He started as an entertainment reporter, engaging viewers with intriguing stories before shifting his focus to business journalism, where he concentrated on mining and small-cap stocks. His insightful analyses of macro-financial and market trends quickly positioned him as a popular commentator, frequently appearing on CTV Morning Live and the CTV News Network.
A highlight of Jeremy’s career came during the coverage of the 2010 Vancouver Olympic Games, where he showcased the Olympic community and hosted segments from various country houses at the event. Building on this experience, he pioneered an online video news program for PressReader, steering the company in an innovative direction. PressReader serves as a digital newsstand offering access to 8,000 newspapers and magazine editions in 60 languages from over 120 countries.
In 2012, Jeremy launched his own digital media initiative, The Green Scene Podcast, which quickly attracted over 400,000 subscribers and solidified his reputation as a prominent voice in the burgeoning cannabis industry. Following this success, he created Investor Scene and Initiate Research, platforms providing exclusive market insights and deal-flow opportunities focused on mining and Canadian small-cap companies.
In addition to his media ventures, Jeremy has worked as a market strategist and investor relations consultant for various publicly traded companies across the mining, energy, consumer packaged goods, and technology sectors.
A graduate of Concordia University with a BA in Journalism, Jeremy’s education has provided a solid foundation for his multifaceted career. Now, as an anchor for Kitco News, he is poised to keep a global audience informed about the latest trends and significant developments in finance and commodities.
