Author Archives: PFM Search

Guy Lomax – Director, Financial Planning & Business Support – BC Assessment

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Guy Lomax has accepted the role of Director, Financial Planning & Business Support with BC Assessment.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Guy!

PFM Executive Search is recognized as a leader in executive search and has been working with some of the most prominent Canadian private, public, and not-for-profit clients over the past 30-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.

Rich Harries – Chief Executive Officer – Cascadia Credit Union

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As a result of a national search led by PFM Executive Search, Cascadia Credit Union is pleased to announce the appointment of its next CEO, Rich Harries.

Rich will succeed retiring CEO Kelly Marshall and will bring 24 years of progressive leadership experience in the credit union sector, most recently as Chief Operating Officer of Access Credit Union, where Rich led a staff of approximately 300 employees in retail banking, back office, corporate properties, commercial & agriculture segments, as well as people & culture.  In his time with Access, he also helped the organization navigate 15 successful mergers, achieving significant growth across the province of Manitoba.

Access is now 47 branches and over $14B in assets under management. The Board of Cascadia Credit Union is thrilled to have Rich joining the team.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Rich!

PFM Executive Search is recognized as a leader in executive search and has been working with some of the most prominent Canadian private, public, and not-for-profit clients over the past 30-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.

Susan O’Donnell – Executive Project Director – Transportation Investment Corporation (TI Corp)

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce the appointment of Susan O’Donnell as the Executive Project Director with Transportation Investment Corporation (TI Corp).

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Susan!

PFM Executive Search is recognized as a leader in executive search and has been working with some of the most prominent Canadian private, public, and not-for-profit clients over the past 30-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.

Jake Belobaba – Director, Development Services – City of Courtenay

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce the appointment of Jake Belobaba as the Director, Development Services with the City of Courtenay.

Jake Belobaba is a municipal planning and development leader with more than 15 years of experience guiding community growth across British Columbia. He has led multidisciplinary teams in Ladysmith, Whistler, and Penticton, delivering Official Community Plans, modernizing development processes, and advancing affordable housing, reconciliation, and climate resilience initiatives.

Jake’s work has been recognized with both the PIBC Silver Award for Policy Planning and the PIBC Gold Award for Planning Practice. He is known for an evidence‑based, collaborative leadership style and a commitment to transparent, service‑focused local government.

Outside of work, Jake enjoys outdoor activities like mountain biking, hiking and gardening. Jake was born and raised on Vancouver Island in Bowser and is excited to be moving back to the region with his wife Rowena.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Jake!

PFM Executive Search is recognized as a leader in executive search and has been working with some of the most prominent Canadian private, public, and not-for-profit clients over the past 30-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.

Kate Hammer – Chief Executive Officer – Vancouver Foundation

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce the appointment of Kate Hammer as the Chief Executive Officer with Vancouver Foundation.

 Kate has been serving in an interim capacity since August 2025, and brings a depth of experience across journalism, public policy and public affairs, philanthropy and community engagement. Prior to her appointment, she served as Vice President, Engagement for three years, where she led community engagement and communications. Her experience spans the private, public and non-profit sectors, including roles at Vancity, in the Office of the Premier Of Ontario, and the Globe & Mail and the New York Times. Since stepping in the interim role last summer, she has guided the organization with clarity and steadiness, ensuring continuity during a period of transition. Kate has helped sustain momentum across the Foundation’s priorities, ensuring donor gifts are stewarded responsibly, grant making remained reliable and responsive, and key partnerships continue to support community impact across British Columbia.

 On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Kate!

 PFM Executive Search is recognized as a leader in executive search and has been working with some of the most prominent Canadian private, public, and not-for-profit clients over the past 30-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.