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Jeff Erdmann – Pacific Blue Cross – Chief Compliance & Risk Officer

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Jeff Erdmann has accepted the role of Chief Compliance and Risk Officer with Pacific Blue Cross, effective July 4th.

Jeff is a seasoned risk professional who has been at the forefront of the profession for many years. Prior to joining PBC, Jeff gained much of his experience with Deloitte Consulting where he established the Risk practice in BC, and then moved onto lead the function for major multi-national firms including Finning International and Trevali Mining.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Jeff!

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.

Alicia Fraser – General Manager, Integrated Water Services – Capital Regional District

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PFM is pleased to have partnered with the Capital Regional District (CRD) to facilitate the appointment of Alicia Fraser as the new General Manager of Integrated Water Services as of July 24, 2023.

Alicia Fraser comes to the CRD from the Ontario Clean Water Agency where she was serving as President and Chief Executive Officer.  “I am honoured to have been selected for this role and thrilled to be joining the CRD,” said Alicia. “I look forward to working closely with the IWS team, the Board and the Executive team to ensure the continued high-quality service to the CRD communities.”

Alicia Fraser will work with the Regional Water Commission and the CRD Board on delivering the Regional Water Supply Master Plan, as well as supporting the many water and wastewater commissions across the capital region guiding the many services provided.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Alicia!

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.

Peter Edwards – Director, Health, Safety, Quality & Environment – Western Stevedoring

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Peter Edwards has accepted the role of Director of Health, Safety, Quality & Environment with Western Stevedoring, effective July 24th.

Peter is an expert in the health and safety function with an impressive track record developing and implementing improvement processes in waterfront, forestry and transportation industries. Most recently he worked for Partap Group of Companies as the VP, Operations and prior to that he was the Senior Director of Training, Safety and Recruitment for the BC Maritime Employers Association.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Peter!

PFM Executive Search is recognized as a leader in executive search and has been working with some of the most prominent private, public, and not-for-profit clients in Canada over the past 30-years. We are known for our ability to identify top talent from around the world to critical leadership roles.

Sungchul Choi – Dean, Faculty of Management – Vancouver Island University

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Sungchul Choi has accepted the role of Dean, Faculty of Management with Vancouver Island University, effective July 1, 2023.

Dr. Choi joins VIU from the University of Northern British Columbia, where he served as both Chair and Professor at the School of Business. He has held appointments at the University of Northern British Columbia since 2004, and has previously lectured at the University of Alberta as well. He brings extensive academic and administrative leadership, plus experience in leading strategic visioning, developing new programs for students, and improving program quality to enhance student experiences.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Sungchul!

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.

Ciro Panessa – President & CEO – Northern Health

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Ciro Panessa has accepted the role of President & Chief Executive Officer with Northern Health, effective September 5th.

Ciro joined Northern Health in 2014 as the first Regional Director, Chronic Diseases and since 2017, he has been the Northwest Chief Operating Officer. Prior to joining Northern Health, he worked for the Ministry of Health as the Director, Blood Borne Pathogens. Ciro has been the recipient of the Premier’s Award for Innovation, the UBC Young Alumnus Award, a CIHR Fellowship for the National Canadian Research Training Program in Hepatitis C and the Canadian Nurses Foundation Fellowship for Hepatology Nursing. He holds a Bachelor and Master of Science in Nursing from the University of British Columbia and a Family Nurse Practitioner Advanced Graduate Diploma from Athabasca University.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Ciro!

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.