Sam graduated with a Bachelor of Science majoring in Biology in 2010 from York University. He also attended the post-graduate certificate program for Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs and Quality Assurance at Seneca at York. Following his education, Sam developed his leadership and managerial skills in the retail sector, before transitioning to healthcare in 2014. With over 10 years of management experience, he has climbed the ranks from supervisory, to managerial, to directorial roles within a multi-clinic based organization, focusing on expanding patient outreach and services, including physician recruitment.