Rod is a seasoned leader with an impressive background as a former President and CEO, equipped to address the complex challenges faced by senior leaders and boards today. With extensive experience in leadership and strategy across various sectors in Canada and internationally, he excels at coaching, advising, and training leaders and their teams, fostering their strategic acumen, critical thinking, and influence skills.

As a coach, Rod takes on the role of an accountability and thought partner to his clients, providing unwavering support as they navigate their professional and personal journeys. His approach is thoughtful and focused on achieving the genuine interests and desired outcomes of his clients. Leveraging his rich life experiences and profound curiosity, Rod empowers his clients to realize their true potential and turn their aspirations into reality.

Rod’s facilitation style is highly engaging, adopting a coach approach to create an open and collaborative learning environment for all participants. Attendees of his sessions can expect to leave with actionable knowledge that can be immediately applied in their endeavours.

With over three decades of executive experience across academic, for-profit, and not-for-profit sectors, Rod brings a wealth of expertise to the table. As a former CEO, he possesses extensive board experience and comprehends the pivotal role of good governance in cultivating sustainable and successful organizations. Throughout his career, he has successfully partnered with numerous organizations, aiding them in defining their strategies and aligning resources to achieve remarkable results.

Notably, Rod is a proud citizen of the Metis Nation of Alberta, and his commitment lies in fostering inclusive cultures where everyone thrives.

Rod’s academic achievements include an MBA in Leadership and Strategy, as well as a B.Sc and a BA from the University of Calgary. Moreover, he holds several esteemed designations, such as the Acc. Dir designation from the Chartered Governance Institute of Canada and is a Certified Leadership Coach. Additionally, he holds the Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) designation, an internationally recognized designation for human resource professionals.