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Rod Hunchak – Director, Business Development & Community Relations for the Victoria Airport Authority (YYJ)

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PFM Executive Search was pleased to assist Victoria International Airport (YYJ), one of the fasting growing airports in Canada, to recruit its new Director, Business Development & Community Relations, reporting directly to the CEO.

Rod Hunchak has been appointed to this newly created role where he will have direct responsibility for real estate and land development, community relations and will lead media and public affairs activities.

Rod comes to YYJ from Fort McMurray Airport Authority (YMM) where he was Vice-President, Commercial. Prior to YMM, he spent almost 14 years at Calgary Airport Authority (YYC) in various roles of increasing responsibility, his last role was the General Manager, Development Services, Planning and Engineering. Rod brings a broad range of directly related experience to the role, having had a diverse and well-rounded career in airports going back to 1995, where he started working as an Operations and Maintenance Officer with Yellowknife Airport (YZF).

CEO Geoff Dickson stated “…we are very pleased to have Rod’s knowledge, energy and excitement complement our team here at the Victoria Airport Authority and we know he is excited to be moving to the west coast and joining the team at YYJ”.

PFM Executive Search has worked with a variety of airport and port authorities over its 25-year history in executive search and as such has amassed a substantial knowledge of the sector with key contacts in aviation and the maritime industries from around the world. Our firm has recruited senior leaders to a diverse group of sector clients and has developed expertise in effectively working with Boards and senior leadership at airports and ports which we bring to each and every search project.

Patricia Jelinski – New General Manager for BC Place Stadium

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An international search has concluded with the appointment of Patricia Jelinski as the new General Manager of BC Place Stadium, one of North America’s premier stadium venues.

Patricia Jelinski is a 30-year veteran of the live sports and entertainment industry and was selected for the role of General Manager following an extensive recruitment by PFM Executive Search that presented candidates from across North America.

“We are very pleased to have Patricia join our leadership team at this important time for BC Place Stadium,” said Ken Cretney, President & CEO of the BC Pavilion Corporation. “Her extensive experience in the fields of live entertainment, sports and venue management will be a major influence on the ongoing success of B.C.’s iconic stadium.”

For the past 4 years, Jelinski has been the President & CEO of United Way Greater Victoria; the largest non-government funder of social services and a recognized community leader on Vancouver Island. Here she was responsible for developing a new strategic direction for the organization and delivering on the vision through an operational plan, including diversification of revenue streams, business development, and building a culture of philanthropy internally and with the business and stakeholder community.

Previous to her role with the United Way, Jelinski held senior positions within some of the most recognizable organizations across North America, including the Edmonton Oilers, Northlands of Alberta, the New York Rangers and the iconic Madison Square Garden.

PFM was pleased to work on this search with BC Place, one of the largest multipurpose venue of its kind in North America, hosting sport, exhibitions and live entertainment, in the heart of Downtown Vancouver. BC Place is the home of the BC Lions Football Club, Vancouver Whitecaps FC, the Canada Sevens and the BC Sports Hall of Fame.

Each year, BC Place welcomes more than one million guests to events ranging from professional football, soccer, and rugby, to amateur and high school sports, consumer shows, cultural gatherings, carnivals, film shoots, special events, and world-class concerts. Events hosted at BC Place generate more than $120 Million per year in economic benefit within the province of British Columbia, while also generating significant cultural and community benefit for the people of B.C.

PFM Executive Search is a recognized leader in senior leadership recruitment and is known for its ability to facilitate large and complex Selection Committees in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Over the past 25-years, PFM has recruited senior leaders from all over the world.

 

Theresa McCurry – Chief Executive Officer for Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of BC

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PFM is very pleased to announce the placement of Theresa McCurry as CEO of the Association of Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of BC. Her science and technology expertise combined with her proven ability to drive strong performance in a non-profit, will ensure continued success during this important juncture in ASTTBC’s history.  Established in 1958 and incorporated under the Applied Science Technologies & Technicians Act in 1985, the role of ASTTBC is to regulate the standards of training and practice of and for its members, and to protect the interests of the public.

In BC, technologists and technicians contribute $6 billion to the economy. These professionals include: engineering technologists and technicians in fields such as civil, electrical, electronic, environmental and mechanical as well as technical specialist areas such as building design, construction safety, fire protection, house inspection and onsite wastewater. ASTTBC is one of BC’s largest self-regulating professional associations and more than 50% of ASTTBC’s members are under 45.

Theresa is looked upon to step into the leadership role by working closely with the governing Council and an organizational team to achieve the goals, priorities and strategic vision of ASTTBC. She is tasked with building upon the professional standing and practice of ASTTBC professionals and delivering meaningful programs that protects the public interest and establishes and maintains beneficial relationships with governments, regulatory bodies, employers, related industry associations and members.

PFM Executive Search is a recognized leader in Canada and is known for its ability to facilitate large and complex Selection Committees in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Over the past 25-years PFM has recruited senior leaders from all over the world and hallmarks of the firm’s success is integrity and professionalism.

Mark Collins’ Leadership Breakfast

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Last week on May 8th, PFM Executive Search hosted a special breakfast with the new CEO of BC Ferries, Mark Collins. Held on the North Shore, Mark presented to community and business leaders with a view to discussing the operation aspects of BC Ferries and the outline of plans for the Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal in West Vancouver. Mark addressed a variety of items, including the focus by BC Ferries to be a future-oriented enterprise that is trusted and valued by communities and customers alike. Under Mark’s leadership, BC Ferries is working to connect communities and customers to the people and places that are important in their lives.

For over 25 years PFM Executive has been a leader in Canadian executive search, and is known for its ability to work effectively with diverse selection committees and boards in both the private and public sectors.

Dave Earle – Chief Executive Officer for BC Trucking Association

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PFM is thrilled to congratulate Dave Earle on his appointment to Chief Executive Officer at the BC Trucking Association.

Dave joins BCTA from the Construction Labour Relations Association of BC where he held the position of Vice President, Government Relations and HR Services. Previous to this, Dave worked within the provincial government in the Ministry of Labour and the Ministry of Attorney General.

Among his Board and Committee duties, Dave is the Past President of the Employers’ Forum, Employer Caucus Chair for WorkSafeBC’s Policy and Practice Consultation Committee and Secretary of the Canadian Hoisting and Rigging Safety Council. He also served as Co-Chair for the BC Construction Industry Substance Testing and Treatment Program, Construction Industry Rehabilitation Program and as a member of the Construction Association Sector Advisory Council for the Industry Training Authority.

As President & CEO of BCTA, Dave will be responsible for the overall management and direction of the association and for promoting the interests and image of its members and the trucking industry to governments, the business community and the public.

Dave brings to BCTA extensive experience in policy advocacy and development with strong, long-standing relationships in government and the broader business community.

Dave holds a BA, Communications and Political Science, from Simon Fraser University and has studied at Camosun College and the Niagara Institute.

PFM Executive Search is a recognized leader in Canada and is know for its ability to facilitate large and complex Selection Committees in the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Over 25-years PFM has recruited senior leaders from all over the world is known for its integrity and professionalism.