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Exciting News From PFM Executive Search

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that valued employees, Matthew Bell and Maggie Ow have both been promoted to the position of Senior Consultant in recognition of their outstanding contributions to our client projects.

Matthew joined PFM as a Consultant in 2019, having previously worked as a Search Analyst at another executive search firm where he provided support on executive search, board recruitment, and director candidate assignments. Born and raised in Sydney, Australia, Matthew holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Liberal Studies) degree obtained from the University of Sydney and also possesses the designation of Certified Researcher Associate, which he obtained through the Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC). Outside of the office he is an enthusiastic hiker, a lover of live music, a regular blood donor, and a keen volunteer for various causes.

Maggie joined PFM in the fall of 2012 after having worked in London, UK for two years. She has grown with our firm and honed her skills by leading our research department before being promoted to the consulting team in 2019. Maggie has completed a range of projects across the private, public, and not-for-profit sectors and her in-depth experience in recruiting provides her with the ability to find and assess top talent across multiple industries. With her 9 years of experience in executive search, she brings a true commitment to client engagement and satisfaction which we know will continue in the years ahead. As a proud Vancouverite, Maggie enjoys spending time outdoors, playing volleyball, experiencing new cuisines, and is an avid traveller.

I hope you’ll join us in wishing Matthew and Maggie the best of luck and welcoming them to their new roles!

Raf Jamil – Director, Human Resources – Pacific Blue Cross

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that on December 1st 2021, Raf Jamil will be joining Pacific Blue Cross as Director, Human Resources. In this role, Raf will play a key role in supporting PBC’s business leaders to deliver on their people strategies. In addition to developing and implementing programs to support PBC’s HR initiatives and the achievement of key performance indicators, he will be responsible for overseeing departmental planning, job evaluation, employee development, recruitment/retention and talent management/succession planning. Leading a team of Human Resources professionals, Raf will provide coaching, guidance and advice to the team and to leaders at all levels in the organization. Prior to this new role with PBC, Raf was the Director, Corporate Services with the Fraser Valley Regional District and before that he was the Associate Director, HR with the University of Saskatchewan. He has completed an MBA and the CPHR designation. On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Raf!

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 29-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.

Denise Rossander – Vice President, and CIO, Information and Technology Services (ITS) – BC Assessment

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that BC Assessment has appointed Denise Rossander as the new Vice President, and CIO, Information and Technology Services (ITS). Denise started her role on October 25th, 2021.

Denise has extensive executive experience in the BC public sector as an Assistant Deputy Minister leading digital transformation, IT strategy and service delivery.  For the past five years, she has also served as Chief Information Officer responsible for leading the IT vision, strategy, investments and service delivery across five natural resource ministries. Denise values relationships and has a fundamental focus on people and culture. Denise holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Victoria.

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 29-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.

Elizabeth Kao – Senior Director, Strategic Financial Planning & Business Intelligence – British Columbia Institute of Technology

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PFM Executive Search in Vancouver, BC is excited to announce that Elizabeth Kao  has been selected as the new Senior Director, Strategic Financial Planning & Business Intelligence for the British Columbia Institute of Technology.

Elizabeth began her new role with British Columbia Institute of Technology on September 27th. Congratulations on your new role Elizabeth!

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 29-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.

Shera Clement – Financial Controller – British Columbia Institute of Technology

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PFM Executive Search in Vancouver, BC is excited to announce that Shera Clement  has been selected as the new Financial Controller for the British Columbia Institute of Technology.

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 29-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.