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Omair Quraishi – Associate VP, Digital Transformation & CIO – BCIT

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Omair Quraishi has accepted the role of Associate Vice President, Digital Transformation & Chief Information Officer with BCIT effective June 2024.

Omair brings over 20 years of technology and managerial experience in the post-secondary and public sectors. His expertise lies in providing strategic leadership, vision, and direction for information technology and leading organizational change through innovation.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Omair Quraishi!

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.

Liam Edwards – Chief Administrative Officer – Town of Sidney

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Liam Edwards has accepted the role of Chief Administrative Officer with the Town of Sidney effective September 3rd,2024.

Edwards is an experienced CAO, having led Bowen Island Municipality in this role for the past four years. Edwards also brings 14 years of experience working with local governments on behalf of the Province’s Ministry of Municipal Affairs.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Liam!

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.

Janice Silver – Executive Director – Katzie First Nation Affordable Housing Development Society

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Congratulations to Janice Silver for being appointed the inaugural Executive Director of the Katzie First Nation Affordable Housing Development Society commencing April 29th/2024! With many years of experience as a leader in organizations providing housing and social services to Indigenous communities, we know she will do an excellent job of building a sustainable future for KFNAHDS.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, we extend our warmest congratulations to Janice!

PFM Executive Search has been a trusted partner in executive recruitment and board placement for over 30 years, serving prominent Canadian private, public, and not-for-profit clients. Our commitment to excellence in leadership placement continues to drive our success in identifying top talent worldwide. If you’re seeking to strengthen your board composition, consider PFM as your dedicated advisor in navigating future board requirements. With our extensive experience and personalized approach, we stand ready to guide you towards achieving your organizational goals.

Janet Watts – Director, People & Culture – Vancouver Island Regional Library

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Janet Watts has accepted the role of Director, People & Culture with the Vancouver Island Regional Library effective May 13th/2024.

Janet brings extensive, progressive experience gained in the local government, non-profit, healthcare, for-profit and Co-op sectors, and knows the service area well.

Janet’s experience developing supportive processes and practices for distributed workforces was also considered relevant for the Regional Library.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Janet!

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.

Christine Massey – Vice President, Population Health & Wellness – PHSA

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Christine Massey has accepted the role of Executive Vice President, Population Health and Wellness with PHSA, effective April 2nd/2024.

Prior to joining PHSA, Christine held senior roles in the B.C. government, most recently as the Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Mental Health and Addictions. She has a long record of dedicated public service, working with the Ministries of Children and Family Development, Advanced Education and Health and leading initiatives including the regulation of private post-secondary institutions, the Seniors’ Action Plan as well as a number of legislative initiatives. Her experience implementing complex policy and programs has led to an appreciation of the intersection of the social determinants of health and public health policy, planning and initiatives.

From 1995 to 2009, Christine worked in the post-secondary sector. She holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Ottawa and a master’s degree from Simon Fraser University.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Christine!

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