One of my goals, if successfully selected to join the Board, would be to stimulate financial literacy for FirstOntario Credit Union members and future members. A post-COVID economic crisis is looming everywhere, yet levels of financial literacy across Canada remain worryingly low.

I believe that in times like these, FirstOntario, by sheer nature of being member-owned, can provide unparalleled financial services and compassion. As a member of FirstOntario (and its predecessors) since 1979 and owning my own successful business for four decades, it may allow me to provide a unique perspective in this regard.

What can you specifically contribute to the Board?

I have served on numerous Boards and Committees during my active career of 40 years, including Finance Committees, Executive Committees and as President or Chair.

My extensive experience in developing, leading and taking part in corporate planning, strategic planning, and providing strategic advices and recommendations to private and public institutions equips me to become a well-functioning and contributing member of the Board of Directors.

Work Experience

• B. Com. – HHS, Hospitality Management, Maastricht, The Netherlands
• Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) rank, Royal Netherlands Army
• Certified Director, Condominium Authority Ontario

Board and/or Committee Experience

Angel One Investor Network, ON
Member and Investor, 2011 – 2013

Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO), ON
Awards Judge, Marketing Awards Committee, 2005 – 2010

Mohawk College, Hamilton, ON
Director, Finance Committee, Board of Governors, 2003 – 2006

The Executive Committee (TEC) Canada
Member, 1999 – 2006

Belgian Canadian Business Association (BCBA), Toronto, ON
President, 1997 – 2000

Brampton and Area Community Foundation (BACF), Brampton, ON
Marketing Committee Member, 2003 – 2006

South African Business Association (SABA), Toronto, ON
Chairman, 1996 – 1998

Canadian Netherlands Business Association (CNBPA), Toronto, ON
President, 1991 – 1993

Halton Industry Education Council, Burlington, ON
Founding Board Member, 1989 – 1993

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