Nicole Musicco (HBA ’99/MBA ’02) – Promoted to Vice-President, Teachers’ Private Capital, Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan
Apr 17, 2012
Nicole Musicco was promoted to Vice-President, Teachers' Private Capital. Ms. Musicco brings to the position a strong private equity background with experience in both direct and fund investing. Teachers' is the largest single-profession pension plan in Canada. An independent organization, it invests the pension fund's assets and administers the pensions of 300,000 active and retired Ontario teachers.
Rohit Bhapkar (HBA ’95, MBA ’01) - New Principal of McKinsey & Company
Jan 17, 2012
McKinsey & Company is pleased to announce the recent election of Rohit Bhapkar as Principal of their worldwide partnership. McKinsey & Company is a global management consulting firm that works with many of the world's top organizations to address their most important challenges and opportunities.
Luc Vanneste (EMBA ’99) - Appointed to Executive Vice President, Effectiveness, Scotiabank
Jan 12, 2012
Scotiabank is pleased to announce the appointment of Luc Vanneste to the position of Executive Vice-President, Enterprise Effectiveness. In this new position Mr. Vanneste is responsible for enhancing organizational effectiveness as the bank aligns its global priorities and strategies with its approach to evolving regulatory, compliance and governance trends.
Imran Firoz (MBA ’01) - ABOT Mining Co. Announces Appointment of President
Jan 10, 2012
Imran Firoz was appointed as the director of ABOT Mining Co. and became the president, chief executive officer, chief financial officer, and secretary of the company. ABOT Mining Co. engages in discovering, acquiring, developing, producing, and marketing precious and semi-precious metal properties.
Gregory Martin (MBA ’94) - Silver Standard Announces Appointment of Chief Financial Officer
Jan 9, 2012
Silver Standard Resources Inc. announced the appointment of Gregory J. Martin as senior vice-president and chief financial officer of the company, effective January 31, 2012. Silver Standard acquires, explores for, and develops primarily silver natural resource properties.
Ted Chislett (MBA ’77) - New Executive to Lead Comwave Business Division
Jan 4, 2012
Ted Chislett will join the Comwave executive team in January. Comwave is Canada's largest privately-owned telecommunications company specializing in Voice over IP (VoIP).
Stephen Bolton (EMBA ’07) - New CEO of Libro
Dec 22, 2011
London-based Libro Financial has chosen Stephen Bolton for new CEO, effective February 2012. Libro Financial offers full-service banking.
Stephen Quinn (MBA ’84) - Wal-Mart's makeover
Dec 19, 2011
For decades, Wal-Mart, the world's largest retailer, wasn't much of a marketer. Change began four years ago when Stephen Quinn was made chief marketing officer of Wal-Mart U.S. He developed a new theme, "Save money. Live better," that has become a statement of the company’s corporate purpose.
Rob Barbara (MBA '96) – Appointed to Senior Vice President, Burgundy Asset Management Ltd.cer of the Canadian Museum of Nature, Marketwire
Nov 11, 2011
Tony Arrell, chairman and CEO of Burgundy Asset Management Ltd., is pleased to announce the appointment of Rob Barbara, CFA, to senior vice president. Burgundy is a discretionary global investment manager for private clients, foundations, endowments, pensions and family offices.
Larry Rosen (LLB/MBA '82) – Received Best Managed Award
Nov 9, 2011
Larry Rosen, CEO, Harry Rosen Inc., was honoured at the 2011 Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies awards.
Anna Torma (MBA '88) - Named Senior Vice President of Corporate Affairs, Forestar Group Inc.
Nov 9, 2011
Anna Torma has joined Forestar as senior vice president, corporate affairs. She will be responsible for managing investor relations, corporate communications, environmental health and safety programs and corporate sustainability initiatives. Forestar Group Inc. operates in real estate, mineral resources and fiber resources.
Mac Van Wielingen (HBA '75) - Named the Prairies Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year
Nov 7, 2011
Mac Van Wielingen, founder and chief executive officer of ARC Financial Corp., received the Prairies Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year award at a gala event in Calgary on Oct. 18. He also won in the professional/financial services category. The Canadian program, in its 18th year, chooses winners for their vision, leadership, financial performance and social responsibility.
Jean-Pierre Colin (MBA '80) - Puget Ventures Inc./Global Cobalt Corporation Announces Appointment of Mr. Jean-Pierre Colin as Corporate Strategy Advisor
Nov 2, 2011
Puget Ventures Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Jean-Pierre Colin as corporate strategy advisor to the board of directors effective immediately. Mr. Colin's appointment will assist the Company's senior leadership team in delivering the corporate strategy of building into a leader of the strategic metals sector.
Cam Davreux (MBA ’63) - Receives Canadian stewardship award
Sep 30, 2011
Cam Davreux has been chosen as the recipient of the individual Canadian stewardship award for his outstanding contributions. Cam Davreux broke new ground with the creation of a number of stewardship programs including: empty pesticide container recycling program, obsolete pesticide collection program, and empty pesticide paper bag collection program.
Tom Little (MBA ’99) - Bell announces executive leadership team appointments
Jul 13, 2011
Tom Little has been appointed President of Bell Business Markets, the largest provider of communications solutions to business clients of all sizes, from small/medium businesses to the largest corporate and government enterprise customers across Canada.
Bob Dhillon (MBA ’98) – Named one of the top 50 most influential people in Alberta
Jul 13, 2011
Bob Dhillon, President and Chief Executive Officer, Mainstreet Equities, was recently named one of the top 50 most influential people in Alberta by Albert Venture magazine.
Paul J. Hill (MBA ’69) - Receives Honorary Doctor of Laws degree from University of Regina
Jun 14, 2011
Paul J. Hill (MBA ’69) was honoured with an Honorary Doctor of Laws degree from the University of Regina on June 8th, 2011. Speaking at the University's convocation Mr. Hill encouraged the graduates to stay true to their principles, work hard and be there for others. Paul J. Hill serves as Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Hill Companies and Harvard Developments. Mr. Hill has over 25 years of experience in managing diversified integrated companies operating in areas such as insurance, real estate, communications, resources and manufacturing.
Dale MacLean (MBA ’96) - Tree Island Announces Appointment of Dale MacLean as President and CEO
Jun 2, 2011
Dale MacLean (MBA ’96) has been appointed President and CEO of Tree Island Industries, which produces wire products for a diverse range of construction, agricultural, manufacturing and industrial applications. Dale is a goal-oriented leader with all-encompassing knowledge of marketing, sales, operations, and supply chain logistics.
Eric Tripp (MBA ‘83) BMO Executive Appointments
May 12, 2011
Eric Tripp, President of BMO Capital Markets, has been appointed to a new role focused on centralizing balance sheet and risk management across all of its lines of business. He will also continue his prior duties as President.
Sandy Whittall (MBA ’91), Helen Connell (MBA ’96) - Ivey Alumni Honored with YMCA Women of Excellence Award
May 8, 2011
Sandy Whittall (MBA ’91) - Health, Science & Technology As the Integrated Vice President, Mental Health Services for London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph’s Health Care, Sandy Whittall is an advocate for mental health issues. She has promoted a shift in the culture of mental health care service and has played a pivotal role in the transformation of mental heath care in Ontario. Her commitment to health care extends to her volunteerism in the community where she leads with tireless commitment. Helen Connell (MBA ’96) - Business, Professions & Trades Helen Connell is the Associate Vice President, Communications and Public Affairs for The University of Western Ontario and currently sits on the Board of the London Health Sciences Centre. Recognized for her work as a social policy advocate and columnist, Helen authors a weekly column highlighting social policy issues of concern to London and the country. Through her many Board appointments, Helen’s focus has been on helping others to be the best that they can be and on improving quality of life issues in our community.
Patrick Cronin (MBA ’93) appointed to Head of Trading Products
May 7, 2011
BMO Capital Markets is pleased to announce the appointment of Patrick Cronin to the position of Head of Trading Products, where he will have responsibility over all trading-related lines of business including debt products, equity products and research, financial products, foreign exchange products, investor products and credit investment management, securitization and asset portfolio management.
Bernard Trottier (MBA ’92) – Ignatieff Upset by Trottier in his Own Riding
May 4, 2011
Bernard Trottier, newly elected Conservative member for Etobicoke-Lakeshore, upset the Liberal party leader, Michael Ignatieff, in his own riding.
David Brebner (HBA ’02) Opens Trichilo’s Restaurante on Richmond Row
Apr 29, 2011
Trichilo's Ristorante is the latest addition to the dining and entertainment corridor along Richmond Row. The Italian fine dining establishment is the realization of a dream for David and Terianne Brebner, both chartered accountants.
David Suske (HBA '82) - Appointed Director of McCormick Canada, The Globe and Mail
Mar 16, 2011
David Suske has been appointed as Director of McCormick Canada. McCormick Canada is a respected leader in the spice, seasoning, flavouring and specialty food industry.
Bob Espey (MBA '94) - New President of Parkland Fuel Corp, Market News Publishing
Mar 15, 2011
Bob Espey has been appointed to President of Parkland Fuel Corp, effective May 1, 2011. Parkland Fuel Corporation is Canada's largest independent marketer and distributor of fuels, managing a nationwide network of sales channels for retail, commercial, wholesale and home heating fuel customers.
John Krayacich (MBA '89) - New Senior Vice President, Sales and Marketing, Exact Sciences, Business Wire
Mar 15, 2011
Exact Sciences Corp. announced the appointment of John M. Krayacich as senior vice president, sales and marketing. Exact Sciences Corp. is a molecular diagnostics company focused on the early detection and prevention of colorectal cancer.
Forrest Zhong (EMBA '03) - Launches South River Capital, Greater China Private Equity Review Daily
Mar 11, 2011
Forrest Zhong, a former affiliated partner at KPCB China, has launched the South River Capital, a private equity house that has raised RMB 2.5 billion for its first closing.
Margaret Louise Beckel (MBA '86) - Appointed New Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Museum of Nature, Marketwire
Mar 9, 2011
The Canadian Museum of Nature's (CMN) Board of Trustees, announced the appointment of Margaret (Meg) Louise Beckel as the Museum's new Director and CEO, effective June 2011. The Canadian Museum of Nature is Canada's national museum of natural history and natural science.
Cathy Honor (HBA '85), Bruce Rothney (MBA '89) - Board of Directors of Canada’s Walk of Fame , The Globe and Mail
Mar 2, 2011
Cathy Honor and Bruce Rothney have been appointed to Canada’s Walk of Fame Board of Directors. Canada’s Walk of Fame is a non-profit, volunteer driven organization with a mission to engage Canadians in celebrating those who have excelled in music, sport, film, television, as well as the literary, visual, performing arts, science and innovation.
Mike Franczak (MBA '02) – CP Rail names Franczak new VP of operations, Canada Stockwatch
Mar 2, 2011
Mike Franczak, currently senior vice-president, operations, will succeed Ed Harris and be appointed executive vice-president, operations at CP Rail.
Doug Burgoyne (MBA ’02) – Two of Canada’s Most Respected Entrepreneurs Have Invested $200,000 in Doug Burgoyne’s Company FROGBOX
Jan 27, 2011
Jim Treliving and W. Brett Wilson, two of Canada's most respected entrepreneurs, have invested $200,000 in Doug Burgoyne’s company FROGBOX. FROGBOX offers eco-friendly moving solutions such as reusable plastic moving boxes and supplies.
Jason Yeung (MBA ’01) – Takes Place as Deputy Chief Executive for Bank of China Hong Kong
Jan 20, 2011
The Board of Directors of Bank of China Hong Kong (Holdings) Limited announced that Mr. Lam Yim Nam, the Deputy Chief Executive, will retire from his position and Mr. Yeung Jason Chi Wai will take his place. (Hong Kong Government News)
Richard Meslin (MBA ’99) – Appointed as Chief Executive Officer of UBS Securities Canada Inc.
Jan 13, 2011
Rick Meslin has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of UBS Securities Canada Inc. UBS Securities Inc. provides equity sales, trading and research as well as capital markets and M&A services to Canadian and international clientele. (The Globe and Mail)
Robert Gibson (MBA ’87), Paul Moynihan (MBA ’92) – Join Rothschild as Managing Directors
Jan 11, 2011
Bob W. Gibson and Paul E. Moynihan have joined Rothschild as Managing Directors to focus on the oil and gas sector and will be based in Rothschild's newly established Calgary office. Rothschild is an independent financial advisory firm. (Canada NewsWire)
Tom Flynn (HBA ’87, MBA ’92), Russ Robertson (HBA ’69) – Appointed to Senior Executive Positions at BMO Financial Group
Jan 10, 2011
Bill Downe, President and Chief Executive Officer, BMO Financial Group, is pleased to announce the appointments of Tom Flynn and Russ Robertson to senior executive positions. Tom Flynn is appointed Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer of BMO Financial Group, succeeding Russ Robertson. Russ Robertson is appointed Executive Vice-President, Business Integration, BMO Financial Group and Vice-Chair of Harris Financial Corp.
Paul Robertson (HBA '77) - Shaw executive takes the reins as CanWest brand vanishes; Corus TV's Robertson to lead Shaw Media unit, The Globe and Mail
Oct 28, 2010
As a result of being unable to overcome debt, CanWest emerged from creditor protection under new owners Shaw Communications Inc.
Jon Webster (MBA '07) - Air Canada Pilots Re-Elect President, Choose New Secretary-Treasurer, Marketwire
Oct 26, 2010
Air Canada pilots have re-elected Captain Paul Strachan as President and elected Captain Jon Webster as the new Secretary-Treasurer of the Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA).
David Wood (HBA '76) - The Canadian Depository for Securities Limited, The Globe and Mail
Oct 26, 2010
David Wood has been elected as Chairman of the Board of Directors for The Canadian Depository for Securities Limited (CDS).
John Hsu (MBA '85) - Certified Management Accountants of Ontario announces new Chair, Canada NewsWire
Oct 19, 2010
John Hsu, MBA, FCMA, C. Dir., has been appointed Chair of the Board of Directors for 2010-2011 for the Certified Management Accountants of Ontario (CMA Ontario).
Nicolas Bilodeau (MBA '99) - Odgers Berndtson, The Globe and Mail
Oct 18, 2010
Nicolas Bilodeau has been appointed to the position of Partner. Odgers Berndston specializes in recruiting executives and board members for a variety of organizations in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors.
Rahim Fazal (MBA '06) - Involver Raises $8M for Social Media Marketing Services
Oct 15, 2010
Rahim Fazal’s social media marketing company Involver announced an $8 million Series C round led by Bessemer Venture Partners.
Rahim Fazal (MBA '06) - Involver Raises $8M for Social Media Marketing Services
Oct 15, 2010
Rahim Fazal’s social media marketing company Involver announced an $8 million Series C round led by Bessemer Venture Partners.
Dennis Molnar (MBA '81) - Novadx Ventures Corp - Hires Gale Capital for Investor Relations and Appoints New Director, Market News Publishing
Oct 15, 2010
Novadx Ventures Corp. is pleased to announce the engagement of Gale Capital Corp ("Gale Capital"), to assist with the Company's investor relations efforts.
Commitment to Advancing Women in Canadian Business
Aug 1, 2010
Sylvia Chrominska, Group Head of Global Human Resources & Communications at Scotiabank, is a recipient of The Catalyst Canada Honours, which recognizes Canadian corporate leaders' commitment to the promotion of women in business.
MCAN Mortgage Corp - Appointment of William Jandrisits as President and Chief Executive Officer and a Director of the Corporation
Aug 1, 2010
MCAN Mortgage Corporation is pleased to announce the appointment of William Jandrisits as President and Chief Executive Officer and a Director of the Corporation effective August 4, 2010.
General Donlee Income Fund Announces New President and CEO
Aug 1, 2010
Mike Snow has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer of General Donlee Limited, a leading manufacturer of precision-machined products for the military, commercial, and general aerospace industries and specialist in the manufacture of precision-machined products for the industrial products and power generation industries.
CGI Announces New Executive Vice-President and Chief Legal Officer, The Globe and Mail
Jul 15, 2010
Benoit Dube has been appointed to Executive Vice-President and Chief Legal Officer of CGI, one of the largest independent information technology and business process services firms in the world.
