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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.

Alexandra Korinowsky – Executive Director, Communications, Marketing + Public Affairs – Emily Carr University of Art & Design

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce the appointment of Alexandra Korinowsky as Executive Director, Communications, Marketing + Public Affairs with Emily Carr University of Art & Design, effective immediately.

Alex takes on the executive directorship after serving as Interim Executive Director, Communications, Marketing + Public Affairs, and as Communications Manager, both at ECU. She is a seasoned communications professional, bringing extensive experience in communications, public affairs, and event and project management to the position. She has worked in diverse sectors including cultural, government, non-profit and healthcare.

Alex holds a bachelor’s degree in cultural studies and art history from McGill University, and a post-graduate certificate in corporate communications and public relations from Toronto’s Centennial College. She has aspirations to pursue a masters degree as part of her commitment to lifelong learning.

During the year Alex has served at ECU, she has worked on numerous organizational priorities including strengthening ECU’s government relations practices, improving budget communications, supporting strategic planning and collective bargaining, and, primarily, seeing the Communications + Marketing department through a challenging period of change and transition.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Alex!

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.

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.