Interim Managing Director & Coo
Mississauga Ontario
Reported to the Executive Committee and Board of Directors, managing all aspects of federal, provincial and municipal government relations, while positioning the MBOT, the sixth largest Board of Trade in Canada as a key conduit to the business community. • Worked with the Board of Directors and Executive Committee, taking a lead role in developing and maintaining the Board’s business plan and strategies.• Managed and ensured the achievement of Board objectives, with respect to memberships, revenues, key stakeholders, employees and public relations.• Built and strengthened relations with key stakeholders, at all levels of government, Riverwood, the Mississauga Garden Council, Operation Springboard and the Canadian and Ontario Chambers of Commerce.• Managed and directed the activities and performance of 24 staff members at the Board Office and the Motor Vehicle Licensing Office.• Provided guidance and direction for Committee Chairs re programs, events, and policy papers.• Represented the Board at MBOT events, government and key stakeholder events• Worked with staff to ensure annual policy recommendations are researched and prepared for submission to the Ontario Chamber of Commerce.