• Bilingual - English and French both written and spoken fluently• Governance experience in Municipal Government, for Government bodies, industry associations and community organizations. Strong public regulatory experience in the Post-Secondary education sector• Educational Institution Management: Substantial experience managing employees in both unionized and non-unionized environments; Strong Financial Management experience handling budgets of $25+Million; Considerable IT capabilities, Experience assessing Risk Management priorities and strategies.• Experience driving growth and progress through initiation of strategic plans, developing international growth strategies and sound business and financial management.• Able to manage and implement accreditation requirements for both the college and language sectors. Have successfully managed and implemented accreditation programs for PCTIA, Languages Canada and ACCET.• Adept at building strong business and academic relationships with both internal & external partners, both domestically and internationally. • Business development experience and contacts in the Asia-pacific region – specifically, India, China, Thailand, Korea, Japan, Australia, USA, etc. Experience building dynamic learning environments domestically and offshore.• Strong track record in relationship management, working with culturally diverse partner groups in an ethical, non-confrontational and facilitative manner. Good communications and presentation skills.• Experienced in Real Estate lease negotiation, acquisitions, planning and construction.• Special Skills: Emergency management; Marine Search & Rescue; Incident Command; Emergency Communications.