Meet Our Leadership

Our forward-looking leadership team is composed of dedicated, focused, and seasoned executives who work with our research teams and provide guidance on the development of evidence-based research that equips Canadian leaders to make the best possible decisions. 

Team Members

Our executive team oversees the organization’s operations and strategic direction while supporting our employees as we work to solve Canada’s toughest problems. 

Our experienced senior leadership team supports the Conference Board’s daily operations as we work collaboratively to enhance the profile and increase the presence of our organization, our expertise, and the unique insights that are shaping a stronger Canada.

Our Board of Directors leverage their vast experience in a diverse range of sectors to provide strategic oversight of the organization, offering high-level guidance on our direction and ensuring progress is made on achieving our goals. 

Stephen E. Lund

Stephen Lund

CEO, Toronto Global

Guy Cormier

Guy Cormier

PDG de la direction, Mouvement Desjardins

Mairead Lavery

President and CEO, Export Development Canada

Rhonda L. Lenton

Rhonda L. Lenton

President and Vice-Chancellor, York University

Dave McCann

President, IBM Canada and Managing Partner & Canadian Leader

Laura Nashman

Laura Nashman

CEO, British Columbia Pension Corporation

Steve Odland

Steve Odland

President and CEO, The Conference Board, Inc.

Andrew Pickersgill

Andrew Pickersgill

Managing Partner, McKinsey & Company Canada