I have been interested in the Credit Union since my time as Chief Financial Officer at Family Savings Credit Union. I later served on the board of Family Savings with a term as President. I served on the boards of a number of Credit Union organizations at a local, provincial and national level. Now that I am semi-retired I have the time to commit to contribute to this exciting successor organization.

What can you specifically contribute to the Board?

• Strong financial background
• Practical business viewpoint as a small business owner
• Long time involvement in the Niagara Community.

Education/Professional Designations

• University of Waterloo – B Math (CA Option) – 1980
• Chartered Accountant – 1981

Work Experience

• Niagara Golf Warehouse (formerly Nevada Bob’s Golf) – owner/operator – 1989 to present
• Niagara Golf Show & Sale – owner/operator – 2011 to present
• Rockway Vineyards – Director of Golf – 2013 to 2018
• St. Catharines Advertising and Sales Assoc – 2 separate terms as President
• St. Catharines Golf & Country Club – currently serving on Administration Committee

Board and/or Committee Experience

Board of Directors – Family Savings Credit Union (Currently FirstOntario Credit Union)

After leaving the Credit Union to start Nevada Bob’s Golf I was elected to the Board of Directors for the Credit Union. I held various positions on the Board including a term as President. Involved in all areas of corporate governance.

Board of Directors – St. Catharines Advertising and Sales Association

I have been a member of the St. Catharines Advertising and Sales Club for over 30 years. I have held various positions on the Board of Directors including President on 2 separate occasions.

Administration Committee – St. Catharines Golf and Country Club

Currently serving on administration committee responsible for administrative, financial and audit issues at the club.