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Whitchurch-Stouffville, Ontario, Canada

The Optometry Examining Board of Canada is a national not-for-profit corporation. Its members are the ten provincial optometry regulators in Canada.OEBC establishes a psychometrically valid and defensible assessment to establish entry-to-practice competence in optometry in Canada. Its bilingual examinations are developed by the profession, for the profession.

Newmarket, Ontario, Canada

Allenvision Inc. - Strategic Insights for SuccessAt Allenvision Inc., we empower organizations with cutting-edge analytics in finance, talent, and governance. Our expertise lies in transforming data into strategic insights that drive decision-making and foster operational excellence. Our seasoned team of consultants, researchers, and industry professionals is dedicated to guiding clients through complex challenges with innovative solutions. We believe in creating a work environment where fulfillment and excellence go hand in hand, and our commitment to trust, autonomy, and respect is evident in everything we do. Partner with us to navigate the path to success with clarity and confidence.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Engineering Change Lab - Unleashing Potential, Driving Change At the Engineering Change Lab, we believe in the power of collaboration to unlock the full potential of the engineering profession in Canada. We are a collective of thought leaders and innovators dedicated to addressing the systemic challenges that limit our field. Our mission is to steer the application of science and technology towards solving the critical issues of our time, ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future for all.Join us in shaping the future of engineering, where systemic thinking, collaborative efforts, and bold experimentation pave the way for a world that works for everyone.

Greater Seattle Area

Integrated Engineering Blockchain Consortium - Pioneering Decentralized Engineering SolutionsAt the Integrated Engineering Blockchain Consortium, we are at the forefront of integrating blockchain technology into the engineering field. Our mission is to build a decentralized knowledge inventory that empowers engineers to transition from isolated expertise to a collaborative, global network. By doing so, we aim to enhance the adjudication of physical risks and drive innovation in infrastructure, energy, transportation, and construction. Join us in redefining the engineering landscape for a smarter, more connected world.

Oakville, Ontario

Virelec Ltd. has grown into a market leader in system integration and grid connectivity. The factory in Oakville, ON is geared as a full production facility at which our plug and play line of products are manufactured, assembled and tested ready for site delivery.Virelec has a long history of providing Protection and Control systems to the Utility sector and was a pioneer of “plug and play” E-house type control systems. The experience and reputation earned as a market leader in design and integration of such systems has positioned Virelec well to bring its integration and connectivity understanding and knowledge to the energy storage sector. January 2018, Virelec announced its battery energy storage range of systems for residential and commercial industrial customers. Using best in class battery, inverter and control systems with recognized software platforms, the range of products is from small scale residential storage to larger commercial and industrial type applications.Given today’s ever-increasing costs of electricity, Virelec is the ideal choice for Energy Storage solutions to reduce these rising costs.

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

National leadership and support to promote and maintain the integrity, honour, interests and excellence of the profession and its 300,000 members.• Directed the organization's affairs as a cohesive force in maintaining accreditation and professional standards, procedures and programs for the profession.– Realigned the organization, including structures, accountabilities, metrics and finances, to deliver the business plan best.– Implemented policy governance. – Grew revenue by 25% without increasing member assessment.• Published bi-weekly newsletters providing evidence that engineers meet high standards, practice with competence and integrity and that their work and self-regulation benefit society.• Operated Canada’s most prominent ($325 million) and most successful affinity program to provide high-quality products to engineers that grew by 40% in five years (vs. 10% industry average)• Ensured a high-quality undergraduate education for 80,000 students through the accreditation of 285 programs at 44 universities, including international recognition of the degrees from these accredited programs. • Provided innovative outreach programs to ensure young Canadians see engineering as an attractive profession.• Advanced programs to ensure sustainable membership of the profession that is reflective of Canadian demographics.• Created a framework, standards, practices and systems to transfer knowledge to facilitate regulatory excellence.• Established the Engineers Canada Mobility Register and negotiated eight mutual recognition agreements to facilitate and promote mobility for registered engineers.• Developed an active public affairs outreach program.• Developed strong networks with 12 regulators, over 100 international organizations, 50+ universities, industries, and the public.• Co-founded the Engineering Change Lab workshop and engaged 120 leaders to evolve and grow the profession to meet today's needs and the challenges of tomorrow.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Transformed PEO to become the global leader in professional self-regulation and regulate Ontario’s 80,000 licensed professional engineers and 5,000 engineering firms. • Implemented a rigorous, sustainable governance model. • Built a professional culture of openness, transparency, fairness, and accountability to ensure the 100 staff, 29 councillors, 65 committees and chapters, three tribunals, and 1,000 volunteers fulfill the regulatory mandate.• Established a new organizational vision, core operating values, business plans, and efficient regulatory processes.• Installed management protocols, technology, and a project management culture to foster an environment of operational excellence in deploying capital and people.• Strengthened the legislated complaints and discipline process to facilitate balanced, transparent, predictable, and timely decisions.• Founded comprehensive a province-wide Government Liaison Program that thrived for 12 years by engaging all 107 MPPs in weekly interactions at Queens Park, their ridings, at policy conferences, take your MPP to work days, position papers, public hearings, campaign college – Created an oversight body with representation from five critical stakeholders, including grassroots chapters, associations representing advocacy, students, national organizations, and industry to ensure uniform messaging and effectiveness– Founded the Ontario Centre for Engineering and Public Policy to provide quarterly workshops with government, academia, industry, and media; published policy paper, annual think tank. Specific research areas included energy, the environment, health, regulation and talent.– Launched the annual Queen Park Day and Awards• Led the development of the Framework for Licensure model to enable the profession to adapt to changing social, economic, technological and political circumstances.

Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada

I founded an entrepreneurial community telecommunication solutions provider based on my broad public and private sector utility experience. • Transformed a construction and engineering company to a publicly traded, integrated reseller of community broadband solutions products and services in underserved markets.• Developed and launched products to provide in-room, high-speed Internet, business applications for hotels, high-speed, wireless services and commercial, voice-over-IP services.• Developed the funding allocation model to implement the national broadband strategy with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.• Developed community-based business models and growth strategies for municipalities and utilities to become engaged in delivering telecommunications networks and services.• Assisted the transformation of a small construction company to a $35 million infrastructure service company, providing design, construction, and maintenance services in civil, electrical, telecommunications, and gas.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

I founded an entrepreneurial energy solutions provider based on the core products and services from Detroit Edison, the relationships of Probyn & Co., and my utility expertise. • Intervened with the Ontario Energy Board (OEB) on the Standard Supply Code, the Performance-Based Rates Handbook, and debt retirement charges.• Provided regulatory consulting services to local distribution companies regarding OEB matters.• Created the Restructuring Utility Model to respond to deregulation and energy competition, resulting in providing transition consulting services to more than 15 utilities and municipalities.• Developed and implemented a strategic and marketing plan, building a solid “brand” and “image” in the Canadian electricity marketplace in less than one year.• Developed “Green Power” products, which included wind, biomass, solar, and small hydraulics.• Marketed a new innovative “online” underground cable testing to 20+ Canadian utilities, helping them with the asset management strategy, reduction of customer outages and deferral of future capital investment.• Developed imaginative relationships with universities and private sector partners to turn ideas into commercial cutting-edge technology and systems for energy markets.

Scarborough, Ontario, Canada

Chief Executive Officer - (1992-1998), Director - Electric Division - (1990-1992) Transformed a diverse 550+ workforce into an agile, customer-focused, process-driven organization by aligning vision, strategies, activities, ongoing improvement, and private sector partnerships. • Development and use of “Customer Impact Costs” and an asset management plan to set expenditure priorities, resulting in an ongoing benefit to customers of $22 million.• Reduced operating costs by $21 million.• Reduced water losses by $600 thousand• Reduced rates to industrial and commercial customers by 7%.• Increased working capital from $18 million to $100+ million. • Increased annual workforce utilization by 15%.• Developed “unbundled” electric rates and tariff design to establish competitive businesses.• Developed strategic business plans. • Applied Lean Manufacturing, Total Quality Management, and Quality Function Deployment techniques and integrated customer needs into a business planning process, resulting in improved service levels and $7 million in cost savings.• Used a “mutual gains” problem-solving approach to labour relations and contract negotiations, resulting in the reduction of arbitration cases by 90%, the successful negotiation of five Collective Agreements, a Social Contract and a highly effective redeployment process engaging more than 100 union members in work outside of their job.• Deployed a profitable 500 km utility-owned fibre optic telecommunication network. • Addressed health and safety issues, resulting in Workers' Compensation costs reduced by 40% and industry safety awards.• Built a 230-kV transformer station for $10 million less than a comparable station, resulting in improved reliability, efficiency, a reduction in the cost of power and staff job enrichment.• Provided leadership in amalgamating Metro Toronto utilities and managed over 1,400 issues.

Toronto, Canada Area

• United the Operations and Engineering Divisions into a cohesive force maintaining the electrical system. • Developed the organization, including structures, accountabilities, metrics and finances to deliver the business plan best.• Built a state-of-art control room.• Led developing and using “Customer Impact Costs” and an asset management plan to set expenditure priorities, resulting in an ongoing customer benefit.• Created a junior engineers development program to train future utility leaders.• Developed in-house training of power-line maintainers,• Built a 230-kV transformer station for $10 million less than a comparable station, resulting in improved reliability, efficiency, a reduction in the cost of power and staff job enrichment.• Led national benchmarking and best practice studies in design, operation, construction, maintenance, safety, fleet, and customer service, contributing to the effectiveness and efficiencies of business processes.

Essex, Ontario, Canada

Managed a retail office with $50 million in revenue and a staff of 75; installed a 20km submarine cable from Kingsville to Pelee Island; achieved one million hours worked without a lost time accident; rebuilt the office to show leadership in energy efficiency; operated fleet of 40 vehicles using compressed natural gas.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Developed information systems, specifications and applications; developed the methodology for the corporate implementation of the geographic information system.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Developed work methods, equipment and standards for the lines trade to increase safety and productivity; received a patent for developing a fall arrest device.

North Bay, Ontario, Canada

Provided engineering support for Sudbury, Manitoulin and Algoma Areas; provided special expertise in providing power to remote and environmentally challenging locations which included projects lowering linemen and equipment from helicopters.

Mba, Executive Management

Basc, Electrical Engineering