Throughout my many years in the business community, I have had many dealings with various financial institutions and have concluded that FirstOntario is a leader in their commitment to assisting all members in achieving financial goals.

My loyalty to FirstOntario and my many positive experiences in dealing with FirstOntario, as a personal and business member, has resulted in my desire to dedicate my time in being a part of the governance that will continue the success of FirstOntario.

What can you specifically contribute to the Board?

• Highly committed to FirstOntario’s best interests
• Diligent to perform at highest level
• Collaborative and a team player willing to work in unity with fellow directors
• Financially literate which is relevant to effective strategic discussions
• Mature with years of various business experience to effectively ask the right questions
• Decisive with the ability to make strategic decisions that will benefit FirstOntario
• Pride in representing FirstOntario within the community

Education/Professional Designations

• Bachelor of Accounting (Honours) – Brock University

Work Experience

• Over 30-year career in the Accounting and Financial Administration of diverse Niagara community business sectors including law firms, publicly traded companies and financial investment firm
• Experience in commercial property management/ownership
• Experience in business start-ups, human resources, employment laws and regulatory authorities
• Entrepreneur and Recipient of 2016 FirstOntario 1Awards Niagara

Board and/or Committee Experience

• 1992 to 2018: Annual Club Roma Ladies Auxiliary Golf Tournament for Tender Wishes Foundation Committee Member
• 2014 to 2016: Club Roma (St. Catharines) Inc., Board of Directors Member