Shelley is a nationally respected governance leader whose ability to connect financial and risk oversight and influence transformative strategy has shaped institutions across the country. As a director for the Bank of Canada, she has helped oversee the Bank’s strategy during an unprecedented period of economic and geopolitical complexity. She has also provided strong oversight of systemically important projects and has led discussions to ensure the Bank’s sustainability.
Previous professional achievements include guiding digital transformation at Technical Safety BC, overseeing the rebranding and business transformation of Concentra Bank, developing a strategy to maximize unitholder value for Boston Pizza Royalties Income Fund, and leading global corporate finance strategy for Finning International and Fletcher Challenge Canada during periods of rapid growth, M&A, and industry transformation. She also served on the boards of BC Life & Casualty and the BC Securities Commission.
Shelley’s leadership in the community is equally extensive. In addition to being a mentor with Women Get on Board and the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD), she volunteers as an examiner for the ICD.D program. Past contributions include chairing the Sources Foundation and helping the charitable organization quadruple its endowment and expand its capacity to deliver essential community services. Shelley also had a transformative tenure as board chair of Douglas College, during which she embedded governance best practices and positioned the institution as a sector leader.
“Shelley’s contributions to the ICD, and to the broader governance community, have been nothing short of exceptional. She brings distinction not only to her own work, but to every room, discussion, and professional encounter.”
– Denise De Masi, Director, Partner School Programs, Institute of Corporate Directors