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YMCA Calgary (“the YMCA”) is a charitable organization driven by its mission to facilitate and promote the spiritual, mental, physical and social development of individuals and to foster a sense of responsibility within the community. Guided by four core values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility, the YMCA strives to offer quality programs and services that give children, youth and adults the opportunity to belong, grow, thrive and lead. The YMCA, serving the community 364 days a year, presently operates and oversees seven different health and wellness facilities across Calgary, is home to over 1200 volunteers, and handles over 2 million visits each year. We’ve partnered with the YMCA in a search for new Board Directors, each member serving a three-year term. The Board plays a governance role in supporting the strategic vision of YMCA Calgary. As volunteers, Board Directors commit approximately five to ten hours per month to Board-related activities, including preparation for and participation in Board and Committee meetings and participation in branch community events. The YMCA seeks to develop a Board whose members possess and demonstrate a diverse combination of personal attributes, expertise, social capital, professional competencies and occupational background. Previous Board experience in the public or not-for-profit sector is desired for the role, as is prior experience in strategic planning, governance, capital asset management, information technology and investment management. If you are committed to playing a leadership role in the community including supporting the financial sustainability of the organization, possess the preceding core competencies and are passionate about telling ‘the YMCA story’, please consider a nomination. Applicants may express their interest by kindly forwarding along a covering letter linking the requirements of the foregoing position description to your background and a current resume. In order to meet the required timelines established by the search committee of the Board, the closing date for applications will be February 2nd, 2018.

The Calgary Chamber of Commerce (“the Chamber”) has been the city’s main connector of people, ideas, and stories since 1891 and exists to help make the Calgary business community more successful. Over its 126 year history, the Chamber has grown and evolved to better serve our great city. With over 1600 member businesses consisting over 400,000 employees, connecting thousands of business leaders from a variety of industries and company sizes, the Chamber has helped businesses overcome some of their toughest challenges and strives to keep Calgarians on top of the latest business and political trends. It also acts on behalf of the business community in advocating all levels of government to implement the policies needed to make sure Calgary remains a great place to do business. The Chamber is now seeking its next Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) to build on a period of extensive modernization, which has positioned the organization as a leader in the space nationally and internationally. This is an exciting, dynamic and demanding role which is responsible for continuing the forward-thinking required to ensure the Chamber remains at the leading edge of a rapidly changing business environment and a challenging political landscape. As such we are seeking a creative, visionary leader with the ability to innovate and bring fresh ideas to market. Ultimately the CEO is accountable to its members and will need to build upon the Chamber’s existing services and find new ways to drive value to that membership. The ideal candidate would bring 10+ years experience in the for-profit or not-for-profit sectors, with exceptional business acumen and a track record leading successful, even disruptive, organizations. It is essential that this individual brings the vision and entrepreneurial drive required to grow and lead an organization with all the attendant ambiguity that comes with such an undertaking. Given the diverse nature of stakeholder base, strong advocacy, public relations, and communications skills are highly desired, as well as sound financial management and governance experience. Excellent organizational development and leadership ability, with a team mentality, is also crucial for success in this role. If you are interested in learning more, contact Adam Pekarsky, Founding Partner, at [email protected] or by calling 1 403 263 4474 ext. 222 or James Sweetman, Principal, at [email protected] or by calling 1 403 263 4474 ext. 225. Due to the strict timeline the Board is working with the application deadline is February 11th, 2018.

Our client provides utility services and solutions to a broad customer base across Canada. The President will provide direction, vision and leadership to the organization in order to achieve top and bottom line growth, maintain key commercial contracts and drive continued expansion across Canada. Reporting to a Board of Directors, the President will be accountable for establishing, communicating and executing a successful business and operational strategy, as well as developing, negotiating and closing commercial opportunities. In addition, the President will be accountable for the organization’s P&L and providing oversight and guidance to staff across Canada. The successful candidate will be a proven senior leader with a minimum 15 years’ operations and B2B sales experience. The ideal candidate will have experience gained from within the utility industry. A background in engineering would be considered an asset. If you would like to hear more about this exciting executive opportunity, please contact Cameron McDonald at 403-263-4474 ext. 227 or [email protected]

Our client, a large energy infrastructure company based in Alberta, has retained us to assist in its search for a VP, IT Enterprise Applications & ERP.   The VP, IT Enterprise Applications & ERP will report directly to the Chief Information Officer and be accountable for the provision, enhancement and delivery of enterprise applications to all corporate functions. Furthermore, this individual will be accountable for leading all ERP transformation programs while overseeing a sizable and geographically dispersed team.   The ideal candidate will bring at least 15 years’ directly applicable experience with increasing levels of responsibility gained within a complex corporate IT environment. Proven experience overseeing large technical teams and significant transformational IT projects is a must.   If you would like to hear more about this exciting executive opportunity, please contact Cameron McDonald at 403-263-4474 ext. 227 or [email protected]

Our client, widely regarded as one of Canada’s pre-eminent law firms, is seeking to add three new Partners to its Calgary office.  With an enviable stable of institutional clients, best-in-class per partner profitability, and a truly integrated platform to solve the most complex business issues on behalf of its clientele, our client has turned to us to help it solve a looming succession gap.  We’ve all heard for years about retiring baby boomers and the resulting vacuum their departure will create in workplaces across the country. Pre-eminent national law firms are not immune to these demographic realities. Where some see a threat, we see an opportunity.  If you are a high-functioning law firm Partner in the practice areas of Corporate Finance/M&A, Real Estate or Banking, we would like to hear from you.  Please contact Adam Pekarsky, Founding Partner, at [email protected] or 403 263 4474 ext. 222 or Ranju Shergill, Partner, at [email protected] or 403 263 4474 ext 223 to learn more.

We have partnered with Bentham Toronto to find a dynamic and entrepreneurial litigator to fill the role of Investment Manager & Legal Counsel. Bentham IMF is the North American arm of IMF Bentham, one of the world's most experienced and successful litigation funding companies. IMF Bentham is a public company listed on the Australian Securities Exchange and based in Australia. With 14 offices across the globe, IMF offers litigation funding to plaintiffs and law firms for complex commercial litigation in Canada, the United States, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong and Singapore, as well as for international arbitration. We are seeking a highly motivated and goal-oriented lawyer with 12-16 years of post-call complex litigation experience to join Bentham Toronto’s team. The successful candidate will use their extensive network in the Toronto legal and business community to help build the Bentham business, analyze and make recommendations on potential funding opportunities, and provide ongoing management of funded matters. If you are a business-minded and entrepreneurial litigator and want to be part of the exciting and rapidly growing litigation funding industry in Canada, please reach out to Erin Dand at [email protected] or 403-263-4474 ext 228.

Our client is the largest, and only publicly listed, multi-location automotive dealership in Canada. With over 4,000 employees across eight provinces, AutoCanada currently operates 56 dealerships comprised of 65 franchises which represent 20 brands. The Vice President, Human Resources role, reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and with direct access to the entire Executive Team, is to provide vision and leadership for developing and implementing human resource initiatives that provide a strategic advantage to operations across the organization. These initiatives will drive corporate efficiencies, organizational profit and enhance customer experience. The ideal candidate will bring 15+ years of professional human resources experience with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role and excellent strategic planning skills. Experience in a public corporation or related industry with oversight of the HR function across multiple locations and regions is highly desired. We're looking for a highly organized, innovative, strategic leader and problem-solver with demonstrated ability to affect positive organizational change. If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please forward a resume and cover letter to James Sweetman at 403-263-4474 ext. 225 or by email at [email protected].

Our client, a small private, financially backed water well drilling company based in Red Deer, Alberta is seeking to hire an experienced, entrepreneurial leader to grow the company to the next level.   The President & CEO will ultimately be responsible for: formulating a clear vision and strategic path for the company; establishing a strong brand position within the Alberta oil and gas sector; building a solid sales pipeline for company services; and leading the day to day management of a small group of administrative, operations and field staff.   The successful candidate will be a well networked, entrepreneurial, and seasoned Alberta based oil and gas executive with strong business acumen and the sound technical, operational and leadership skills to achieve significant organizational growth.   If you are interested in learning more about this exciting opportunity, please reach out to Susie Besler at 403-263-4474 ext 229 or by email at [email protected].

Our client is the largest, and only publicly listed, multi-location automotive dealership in Canada. With over 4,000 employees across eight provinces, AutoCanada currently operates 56 dealerships comprised of 65 franchises which represent 20 brands. The Director, Financial Reporting, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), is a highly skilled and driven individual contributor with direct accountability for financial, operational and executive reporting solutions which provide leadership insights of managing programs, operational growth, savings, compliance monitoring, drive securities compliant reporting for financial reporting, and ensure the accuracy and audit-readiness of the financial results. The Director, Financial Reporting also provides guidance to senior management and other departments on complex issues and creates guidelines and procedures to assist those departments in meeting financial and budgetary goals. This role is also responsible for ensuring the company fulfills all required regulatory filings with a high degree of accuracy. The Director, Financial Reporting also leads, reviews, and prepares consolidations, researches complex accounting issues and monitors the progress of internal controls. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting and a Professional Accounting Designation coupled with a strong technical background in public company reporting and IFRS and a minimum of 7 years of experience in a financial accounting/reporting or auditing role. It is essential that the Director, Financial Reporting possess strong business acumen, a self-starter attitude and a mature level of management experience leading, mentoring and challenging teams to outstanding levels of achievement. If you are interested in learning more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Susie Besler at 403-263-4474 ext 229 or by email at [email protected].

Our client is a national professional services company that provides a broad range of advisory solutions to their clients. The company has developed a culture and work environment that reflects their values and their reputation has been established over many years by attracting top professionals, and staff that shares their commitment to excellent service. The Business Development Leader is responsible for supporting leadership and deliver on strategic initiatives in alignment with the company strategic plan. This position assists and supports regional and relevant client service teams in creating eminence and visibility for the region and the company in the marketplace through market development activities, including thought leadership and brand positioning. The ideal candidate needs to bring a broad range of skills to the role. Including at least five (5) years of relevant business development leadership experience in the professional services sector as well as in-depth knowledge of financial reporting concepts and solid local market knowledge. We’re looking for a strategic leader and thinker, with proven ability to innovate and a strong professional presence. If you are interested in learning more about this exciting opportunity, please contact James Sweetman at 403-263-4474 ext. 225 or by email at [email protected].

Our client is an established and well regarded real estate development and management organization with development projects in both Canada and the US.   The VP, Land Development will be a key member of the organization’s senior leadership team. Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the VP, Land Development will be leading project teams accountable for overseeing the completion of land development projects in Edmonton and surrounding areas. Surrounded by highly capable professionals, the VP, Land Development will manage the development process, including but not limited to involvement in land acquisition, financing and servicing and direct oversight of approval process, tendering and construction.   The successful candidate will bring experience in land development within Edmonton and surrounding areas and have a deep understanding of the land development process, from acquisition through completion. Furthermore, they will have proven experience leading and developing teams.   If you would like to hear more about this exciting executive opportunity, please contact Cameron McDonald at 403-263-4474 ext. 227 or [email protected]

Our PANORAMA partner firm, KENNIFF & RACINE in Montreal, is assisting to recruit the next Dean of the Sobey School of Business (St-Mary’s University in Halifax). The Sobey School of Business is the largest business school in Atlantic Canada.   It is also the most important, having a significant impact on economic growth and development in Nova Scotia – and an impact on the population shaped in part by the School’s diversity, its draw to international students, and its work to engage with local communities through its students and faculty in support of innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainability.    This is a strong foundation for the next Dean. The next Dean of the Sobey School will build on this legacy and create new opportunities for the School to expand on its connections to the community, along with business and government through both partnership and philanthropy.   They will work collaboratively both within the University and with external stakeholders to nurture and grow the culture of innovation and engagement within the School. The Dean will also be a passionate advocate for the School and work to ensure excellence in research, teaching, and learning. To learn more about this great opportunity, please contact Frédéric Kieffer, Senior Associate, Kenniff & Racine, at [email protected] or visit http://kenniffracine.com/Assignment&itemId=13024

Are you looking to practice corporate, commercial, M&A, securities, private equity, real estate or banking law at one of the top national law firms in Calgary? Our client is looking to add two to four enthusiastic and motivated solicitor associates to its team. The ideal candidates will have been called to the bar between 2012 and 2015 in a Canadian jurisdiction, and will have a track record of success in private practice. The successful associates will have the opportunity to work on high-quality transactions and corporate matters for some of Canada’s leading companies across a myriad of industries. To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Erin Dand at [email protected].

Are you an associate with litigation or regulatory experience looking to focus exclusively on high-quality regulatory, environmental and Aboriginal law matters? Are you a top performer that aspires to become one of the best regulatory lawyers in Calgary and across Canada? If so, we have an opportunity for you. We have partnered with one of the top national law firms in Calgary to find an enthusiastic and motivated regulatory associate called to the bar between 2013 and 2016. The successful candidate will work exclusively in our client’s regulatory department and will have the opportunity to work on interesting and high-profile regulatory, environmental and Aboriginal law matters for some of Canada’s leading companies. If you are passionate about regulatory law and want to work on high-level regulatory matters at one of Calgary’s top firms, contact Erin Dand at [email protected].