Hired to establish and implement the complete Board Governance framework for this young organization (incorporated April 2020). • Established and Implemented Board Governance: Developed and implemented the entire Board Governance framework for the organization, ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory compliance standards. • Managed Board and Committee Administration: Directed all aspects of Board and Committee meetings, including providing notice, managing arrangements, and recording accurate written minutes and resolutions. • Governance Leadership and Compliance: Served as the primary source of governance expertise to the Board and Management, actively monitoring best practices and current developments to prepare recommendations for process improvement. • Enhanced Board Effectiveness: Administered the annual review of all corporate governance documentation (including Guidelines, Terms of Reference, and the Code of Conduct). Coordinated Director orientation, continuing education, and annual effectiveness workshops/surveys. • Material Management and Technology: Developed and maintained Board calendars, procedural guides, and document templates. Supported the technology used for meetings while ensuring privacy and confidentiality. • Disclosure and Records Management: Developed, coordinated, and distributed all reporting and filings required by applicable law, including drafting the governance section of the company's annual report. Maintained statutory books, records, and the corporate filing system.

Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA Canada) is one of the largest national accounting organizations, working cooperatively with provincial and territorial CPA bodies. • Meeting Management and Execution: Planned, prepared, and executed all meetings for the Board of Directors, committees, membership, and Annual General Meetings. Created and distributed agendas and all supporting materials in advance. • Compliance and Record Keeping: Attended meetings and recorded accurate minutes. Updated, maintained, and safeguarded corporate records and related legal documents. • Governance Oversight: Ensured the Board and senior management were well advised on corporate governance issues. Maintained governance policies and assisted in crafting a systematic schedule for their review. • Administrative Compliance: Oversaw required registration status and facilitated all annual filings of reports and information. Managed external correspondence to ensure timely reporting and responses. • Planning and Logistics: Created and maintained board planning calendars and workplans. Directed the coordination and planning of all Board-related meetings and events.

The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) is a non-profit organization focused on improving health and social outcomes for people living with mental illness. Key accomplishments: • Governance Transformation: Managed and coordinated an extensive Governance Review process and supported the Board's critical transition from operations to strategic oversight. • Recruitment and Onboarding: Developed and documented a robust Board Recruitment Process, supported by a matrix approach. Developed a full Board Orientation Process (materials, program, schedule) for newly elected members. • Technology Implementation: Implemented a paperless document management system and Board portal. • Process Efficiency: Facilitated the use of a consent agenda to streamline meeting processes. Board Governance: • Meeting Administration: Proposed and maintained the annual Board meeting and events schedule. Prepared agendas and coordinated accompanying materials for all Board and Committee meetings. • Records and Compliance: Attended meetings, ensuring the development and retention of adequate records, action lists, minutes, and resolutions. Ensured timely filings of documents with corporate regulatory bodies. • Logistics and Coordination: Organized logistics for all Board and Board Committee meetings held throughout Canada. Managed the online Board Portal, ensuring all materials were current and organized. • Policy Management: Managed all aspects of policy governance, including tracking amendments and maintaining the Board policy manual. Maintained the Board's governance documents, such as by-laws and agreements. • People Management: Oversaw the supervision, training, and mentoring of Executive Assistants for the President & CEO.

GPC.D

Governance Professionals of Canada

2021

Credential ID: GPC.D