Experience

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  Siemens

  Jan 1993 - Jan 1997

  Senior internal consultant
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  Ktm locks (magna)

  Jan 1998 - Jan 1999

  Manager, sales and marketing
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  Sprint

  Jan 1999 - Jun 2002

  Director vendor management & outsourcing

  Sprint Canada was a telecommunications service provider active from 1993 until it was acquired by Rogers Communications in 2005.Oversaw $250 million in capital projects and led significant cost-saving initiatives, resulting in significant reduction in expenses, while managing vendor relationships and project outsourcing.

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  Tsx group

  Jan 2002 - Jan 2007

  Director business management

  TSX Group operates the Toronto Stock Exchange, the third largest in North America. Led key initiatives including the implementation of a vendor management system that saved millions, the sale of the Toronto Conference Centre and operational improvements at The Broadcast Centre.

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  Mortgage intelligence

  Apr 2007 - Oct 2008

  Member of the management board
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  Gmac residential funding corporation e.f.c., s.a.

  May 2007 - May 2010

  Gmac residential funding of canada ally deposits & resmor trust member of the management board

  GMAC Residential Funding provided residential mortgage financing solutions within the Canadian market.Reviewed and approved audited financial statements, as well as assisted with the acquisition of ResMorTrust and the launch of Ally Deposits.

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  Resmor trust company

  May 2007 - May 2010

  President & ceo

  ResMor Trust Company is a federally regulated trust company operating in residential mortgage lending, mortgage servicing, deposit products, retail auto financing, commercial auto loans and online savings products.Oversaw the company's transition to an online platform, expanded financial products, contributing to double digit business growth and customer retention.

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  Housing and services, inc. (hsi)

  Jan 2010 - Apr 2011

  Member board of directors

  Oversees the management of Toronto Community Housing Corporation and monitors the performance against the strategic plan.

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  Optrust

  Dec 2010 - Nov 2013

  Board member & chair, governance & compensation committee

  OPTrust invests and manages one of Canada’s largest pension funds and administers the OPSEU Pension Plan, a defined benefit plan with over 111,000 members.Chaired both the Governance & Compensation Committees, as well as served on the Investment Committee, overseeing governance frameworks and investment strategies to ensure the fund's long-term sustainability.

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  Mccarthy tetrault

  Aug 2011 - Dec 2019

  Chief operating officer & president of mccarthy tetrault services

  McCarthy Tétrault LLP is one of Canada’s leading law firms providing a broad range of legal services, advising on large and complex assignments for Canadian and international interests.Led a multi-year transformation program to introduce a new service delivery model. Spearheaded improvements in financial performance, client satisfaction and employee engagement which helped earn recognition as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for eight years.

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  The fraser institute

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2016

  Board member

  The Fraser Institute is an independent non-partisan public policy research and education organizationwith ties to a global network of think-tanks in 87 countries.Provided governance oversight and strategic direction to support the institute research initiatives and public policy advocacy.

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  Yappn canada inc

  Jan 2015 - May 2018

  Board member & chair of sales and marketing committee

  AI Translation acquired by Alexa Translation. Start-up publicly listed USA.

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  Embassy ingredients ltd

  Feb 2018 - now

  Member of the board of advisors

  Embassy Ingredients Ltd. is a food ingredient supplier that combines creativity and science to provide customers with innovative flavors and bakery ingredients. Family owned.Support the CEO, as well as provide guidance on strategy, HR, operations, governance, risk management and financials.

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  Alexa translations

  Aug 2018 - now

  Member of the board of advisors

  Alexa Translations provides AI-powered translations for the largest and most prestigious legal, financial, and government institutions.Provide strategic oversight and guidance on revenue growth initiatives. Steered Alexa Translation’s acquisition of Yappn and the appointment of the current CEO. Served on the Audit Committee and was Chair of the Sales and Marketing Committee for Yappn.

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  Seed hhn

  Jan 2021 - Jan 2022

  Co-founder and board chair

  SEED HHN provides micro-lending and mentorship to women entrepreneurs seeded by the local community. Co-founded SEED HHN to advance women’s entrepreneurship in Hamilton, Halton and Norfolk County, providing critical mentorship and financial support through a network of women leaders.

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  Lenczner slaght

  Mar 2022 - Mar 2024

  Chief operating officer

  Lenczner Slaght LLP is a premier litigation firm with a mission to deliver strategic and innovative legal and business solutions for clients, wherever their business takes them.Drove the long-term strategy focused on sustainable transformation. In addition, established a holistic business strategy, transitioned the firm to new financial and conflict systems and implemented innovative workspaces, enhancing organizational performance and inclusivity.

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  The oaks golf & country club

  May 2024 - now

  Membership & marketing committee

  The Oaks Golf and Country Club is a private member owned club which offers golfing and leisure experiences. Guide the Board of Governors and Management team on strategy for membership, member engagement, and communications.