This candidate has been endorsed by the Board of Directors.
Personal Statement of Interest
I have had the privilege of serving on the Board of FirstOntario for the
last 3 years, including serving on various committees. I have gained a
deeper understanding of member needs, versus the value that FirstOntario
is seeking to deliver. I understand the opportunities and challenges that
we need to navigate to grow FirstOntario membership in an efficient and
profitable manner for the long term. The opportunity to continue serving
on the Board, and partner with Management, to deliver exceptional service
and positive experiences to members and their communities, would be a
privilege.
What can you specifically contribute to the Board
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Functional expertise in business transformation, strategic planning,
project execution, M&A and change management
- Financial services industry experience, including Credit Unions
- Board governance experience
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Leverage skills in teamwork, collaboration, stakeholder management, and
facilitation to partner with other Board members to successfully deliver
on FirstOntario’s strategic objectives
Educational and Professional Designations
- Accredited Canadian Credit Union Director (ACCUD)
- MBA, MSc, PMP, CCMP
Work Experience
- SAPPONG CONSULTING, Principal 2018 - present
- CONESTOGA COLLEGE, School of Business, Professor 2022 - present
- GUARANTEED FUNERAL DEPOSITS, Vice President, Business Development
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WORLD VISION CANADA, Vice President, Strategy & Efficiency Innovation
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MERIDIAN CREDIT UNION, Vice President, Strategic Planning & Project
Management
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FORESTERS FINANCIAL, New York, NY, Vice President, Strategy & Planning
- SUN LIFE FINANCIAL, Director, Market Development
- FORESTERS FINANCIAL, Director, North American Strategy & Planning
Board and Committee Experience
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Board Member - FirstOntario Credit Union (Committees: Strategy, Risk and
Governance)
- Board Member & Secretary - New Life Prison Ministries
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Board Member - Connecting To Africa, Nova Scotia (Committees: Strategy)
- Branch Councilor, Ontario South - Foresters Financial
- Board Member - Victorian Order of Nurses
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