SEP 28, 2017 – Announcement

September 28, 2017

It is with a mix of sadness and gratitude that the Board of Directors announces Mary Anderson’s pending departure as President of WBE Canada, effective March 30th, 2018. Mary is looking forward to transitioning to a new phase of her life to free up time to spend with her grandchildren. Since 2010 Mary Anderson, in her role as President, WBE Canada (a not for profit organization) has championed the growth of Canadian women owned businesses across Canada and the United States. She has led the organization through its original development and implementation in Canada, including its rebranding and restructuring in 2014. Mary’s cheerful insight and guidance has been a significant asset to WBE Canada and we appreciate her continued support through the transition and guiding us into 2018.

*update* The board of WBE Canada is currently in the process of reviewing candidates and will announce the new President of WBE Canada in early 2018. If you have any questions or concerns during this transition process, please do not hesitate to reach out to Catherine Grosz at catherine.grosz@bmo.com or Debra Quade at debra.quade@kellogg.com.

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SEP 28, 2017 – Announcement

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