The University of Winnipeg welcomes Dr. Michael B. Percy of the University of Alberta as interim Dean of the Faculty of Business and Economics, effective November 15, 2011. Dr. Percy will provide leadership and direction to one of the fastest growing faculties on campus while a search is underway for a permanent Dean, which is expected to be completed by July 2012. [Click on Pic to learn more]
Maharaj comes to the WCB from the Healthcare Employees Benefit Plans Manitoba (HEB) where he held the position of Chief Executive Officer from 2007 to present. In this role, he was responsible for strategic and operational planning for the organization as well as being the primary contact between HEB operations and the Board of Trustees. [Click on Logo for more information]
Dr. H. Sanford Riley, Chair of The University of Winnipeg Foundation, and Dr. Lloyd Axworthy, UWinnipeg President and Vice-Chancellor, are pleased to announce the appointment of Brian Daly as the new Chief Executive Officer of The University of Winnipeg Foundation effective November 15, 2011. [Click on Pic to learn more]
“Interfleet’s specialized expertise, complementary geographic presence and reputation for innovation are a strong addition to SNC-Lavalin’s service offering, particularly given the great growth potential in the rail sector worldwide,” said Jim Burke, Executive Vice President, SNC-Lavalin Group. [Click on Logo to learn more]
“I am excited about introducing both current and new clients of Legacy Bowes Group with the Adequasys systems as I believe this technology tool provides the many missing pieces that organizations need to manage their people power,” said Barbara Bowes, president of Legacy Bowes Group. [Click on PIc to learn more]
Dr. Kent Bradley has joined the company as Chief Medical Officer, a newly created position focused on further enhancing and building Safeway’s reputation as a health care innovator. He will have overall responsibility for developing and guiding the company’s extensive portfolio of health care programs including its employee and consumer wellness and prevention activities. [Click on Pic to learn more]
“We are very pleased to have Dr. Michael Benarroch assume leadership of the University of Manitoba’s business school. His proven success as an administrative leader, as well as his highly collaborative approach and his teaching and research achievements, will ensure the School continues its tradition of excellence,” said Dr. David T. Barnard, president and vice-chancellor at the University of Manitoba. [Click on Pic to learn more]
“Our success is a result of a combination of strong strategic mergers, organic growth and the firm’s philosophy to build lasting relationships with clients,” said Daryl Ritchie, CEO, MNP. “In 2008, MNP developed a new strategic plan to grow from being a regional to a national firm.” [Click on Pic to learn more]
Working with PwC, Winston will help PwC offer clients a broader perspective and will share views on dynamics driving the sustainability market. As a result, PwC will better be able to identify for its clients areas where the greatest risks lie and where the greatest business value may be derived, whether through sustainability competitive analysis, reporting and disclosure, revenue enhancement or reputational initiatives. [Click on Pic to learn more]
Meade has worked in the Canadian livestock industry in various capacities for more than 15 years. She received both her Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and her Master of Science in Agriculture (swine ration/reproductive performance) from the University of Manitoba. [Click on PIc to learn more]
Economic Development Winnipeg Inc. is pleased to announce that Mary Jane Loustel, national aboriginal program executive for IBM Canada, has been elected as chair of the Economic Development Winnipeg Inc. board of directors for 2011/2012. [Click on Pic to learn more]
Capital Business Solutions (CBS) Inc., an Edmonton-based firm, will merge with MNP LLP, one of Canada’s largest chartered accountancy and consulting firms, effective September 1, 2011. Specializing in serving Western Canada and the mid-market, CBS focuses on clients in the energy, natural resources and manufacturing sectors. [Click on Pic to learn more]
