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Elisabeth Whiting – Chief Executive Officer – Healthcare Benefit Trust

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Elisabeth Whiting has accepted the role of President & CEO with Healthcare Benefit Trust.

Elisabeth has served as the Vice President Operations and Administration, and senior member of the HBT Executive & Management team since 2010. She was appointed Interim President and Chief Executive Officer effective January 1, 2023. Elisabeth is a dedicated and innovative leader with a proven track record of success in the provision and delivery of health benefits to the health, community, and broader public sector. She has built strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, beneficiaries, service providers and the HBT team. She has a multi-disciplinary background and is successful at leading change within complex business environments. She brings more than 20 years of leadership experience spanning the sectors of health and finance including group benefits and health insurance, biopharmaceutical development, legal, and academic medical and health research.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Elisabeth!

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.

Marc Turpin – Vice President, Planning & Infrastructure – Victoria Airport Authority

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Marc Turpin has accepted the role of Vice President, Planning and Infrastructure with the Victoria Airport Authority, effective July 17, 2023.

Marc is joining VAA from Hamilton International Airport, where he is a member of the executive team with responsibility for operations, facilities management, maintenance, and capital programs. Prior to joining Hamilton International Airport, Marc spent twenty years at Toronto Pearson International Airport where he held a number of positions, including Director of Technical Performance, General Manager Properties and Commercial Agreement Administration, and Manager Groundside Systems. Marc is a P. Eng. and has an MBA from the University of Western Ontario.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Marc!

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.

Steve Sull & Gary Mui – Manager, Supply Management (x2) – Vancouver Airport Authority

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PFM Executive Search is thrilled to announce the placement of two new leaders within the Supply Management team at Vancouver International Airport Authority (YVR).

 Steve Sull, previously a Procurement Manager with Central 1 joined YVR in March and is responsible for overseeing a wide variety of strategic level service contacts including Information Technology, Consulting and Professional Services. Additionally, Gary Mui will be coming to YVR on June 26th after 14 years as the Procurement Category Manager at Metro Vancouver. Gary will be in charge of all Engineering & Construction related contracts.

Congratulations to both Steve and Gary!  On behalf of PFM, we wish you the greatest success in your new mandates.

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.

PFM Attends the Business Laureates of British Columbia Hall of Fame Gala

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PFM was proud to be in attendance on May 30 for the 17th annual Business Laureates of British Columbia Hall of Fame Gala Dinner and Induction Ceremonies honoring the 2023 Laureate Inductees.

The Business Laureates of British Columbia Hall of Fame was created by JABC in 2005 to honour the lifetime achievements of outstanding B.C. business leaders whose efforts have shaped our province and country. Nominations are open to the public to ensure B.C.’s diverse business community is represented, and the broadest group of nominees is put forward. Laureates have demonstrated vision, leadership, integrity and legacy throughout their lifetime, and the Hall of Fame stands as a testament to the positive legacy they leave behind for future generations of business leaders.

This year a record $1.1 million+ was raised to help deliver life-changing JA programs. This means from the 60,000+ youth JABC will reach this year, in urban, rural and Indigenous Communities across our province, over 12,000 of them will be thanks to the funds raised from last night’s Gala. JA programs in work-readiness, financial health and entrepreneurship, help build a brighter future for the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and leaders.

PFM Executive Search has been a proud sponsor of both the nominating and selection process for the Business Laureates of British Columbia Hall of Fame since it’s creation in 2005.

For more information, please go to: https://businesslaureatesbc.jabc.ca/2022/11/announcing-2023-business-laureates-of-bc-hall-of-fame-inductees/

Jennifer Ogeer – University Veterinarian – University of British Columbia

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Dr. Jennifer Ogeer has accepted the role of University Veterinarian for the University of British Columbia, effective June 1st, 2023.

Dr. Ogeer is joining UBC from Antech Diagnostics (Mars Petcare), where she was the Vice-President Medical Science & Innovation. Jennifer has a rich background, and has been a clinical veterinarian, a Clinical Assistant Professor at Texas A&M University, and an Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine & Critical care at the University of Saskatchewan. Jennifer received a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree, along with a Master of Science in Critical Care and a Master of Arts in Leadership and Organizational Behaviour all from the University of Guelph and holds an Executive MBA from the University of Western Ontario. She has held several leadership roles in not-for-profit organizations, including service as the Treasurer and Executive Board Member of the Black Veterinary Association of Canada, Chair of the Board of Directors of Veterinarians without Borders, and is the incoming Chair of the Ontario Veterinary College PetTrust Board of Directors.

Jennifer is excited to join UBC, and to work with their exemplary Animal Care Services team and all who support their Animal Care and Use Program.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Jennifer!

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.