Nominees for the 2020-21 Chamber Board
Each fall the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce holds an election for new board members. Each board member is elected for a two-year term with staggered renewal dates. This year we are asking you to elect four (4) board members. Election ballots will be emailed to the main contact for your organization Thursday, September 12. The Chamber uses a weighted voting system, based on your business's number of employees. Voting will close at noon Thursday, October 3. The influential board works with decision-makers at all levels of government to support our region’s business interests as well as maximize the value of membership with The Chamber. |
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Andrew Still
Commercial Capital Advisor, Ashdown Capital
Andrew is a commercial finance professional who began his career shortly after graduating from the commerce program at the University of Victoria. His first role was at Canadian Western Bank where he managed several large commercial portfolios. Recently he left the chartered banks to begin his current role at Ashdown Capital where Andrew works as an independent commercial finance broker to assist businesses with their real estate, working capital and equipment finance needs. Andrew spends his free time playing sports and being outdoors, with a particular passion towards hockey, surfing, snowboarding and fishing. He has been an active participant with The Chamber and is a community mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria.
Commercial Capital Advisor, Ashdown Capital
Andrew is a commercial finance professional who began his career shortly after graduating from the commerce program at the University of Victoria. His first role was at Canadian Western Bank where he managed several large commercial portfolios. Recently he left the chartered banks to begin his current role at Ashdown Capital where Andrew works as an independent commercial finance broker to assist businesses with their real estate, working capital and equipment finance needs. Andrew spends his free time playing sports and being outdoors, with a particular passion towards hockey, surfing, snowboarding and fishing. He has been an active participant with The Chamber and is a community mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria.
Brian S. White
Environmental Engineer & Division Manager, McElhanney
Brian White, PEng, is an Environmental Engineer and Division Manager at McElhanney in Victoria. He believes in The Chamber and has served for nearly 15 years as a committee member, director and executive member in Chambers on both coasts of Canada. A grandchild of dairy farmers, small business has been foundational to Brian’s work and life. An experienced volunteer, Brian was previously elected as President of the BCEIA, where he helped transform the organization by raising its profile, identifying key members issues and helping build a stronger environmental industry in BC. As we face challenges associated with skilled labour, housing and the environment, Brian asks for your support to further strengthen and grow the business community in Greater Victoria.
Environmental Engineer & Division Manager, McElhanney
Brian White, PEng, is an Environmental Engineer and Division Manager at McElhanney in Victoria. He believes in The Chamber and has served for nearly 15 years as a committee member, director and executive member in Chambers on both coasts of Canada. A grandchild of dairy farmers, small business has been foundational to Brian’s work and life. An experienced volunteer, Brian was previously elected as President of the BCEIA, where he helped transform the organization by raising its profile, identifying key members issues and helping build a stronger environmental industry in BC. As we face challenges associated with skilled labour, housing and the environment, Brian asks for your support to further strengthen and grow the business community in Greater Victoria.
Danielle Mulligan
Annual Giving Officer, University of Victoria
Danielle Mulligan is an Annual Giving Officer at the University of Victoria. She has more than five years of experience working with local individuals and businesses to raise funds for causes that enrich our community. As the current Chair of The Chamber’s Prodigy Group committee, Danielle has been serving on the Board of Directors throughout 2019.
Growing up on Vancouver Island, and working with people facing health, social, and economic barriers, Danielle has cultivated her desire to create opportunities that help our communities reach their full potential. She has always enjoyed giving back through volunteering and sits on the Association of Fundraising Professionals Vancouver Island board, as well as supporting two event planning committees for BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Annual Giving Officer, University of Victoria
Danielle Mulligan is an Annual Giving Officer at the University of Victoria. She has more than five years of experience working with local individuals and businesses to raise funds for causes that enrich our community. As the current Chair of The Chamber’s Prodigy Group committee, Danielle has been serving on the Board of Directors throughout 2019.
Growing up on Vancouver Island, and working with people facing health, social, and economic barriers, Danielle has cultivated her desire to create opportunities that help our communities reach their full potential. She has always enjoyed giving back through volunteering and sits on the Association of Fundraising Professionals Vancouver Island board, as well as supporting two event planning committees for BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Ian Batey
Owner and Principal, IPB Consulting Services
Incumbent, Director
Born, educated and committed to Greater Victoria, Ian is passionate about our economy, community and opportunities for entrepreneurial minded individuals. As Principal, IPB Consulting, he delivers essential strategies and connections to private and NFP sector clients through enduring relationships, effective engagements, plus the current and evolving needs of clients. His significant community and philanthropic leadership track record includes membership in 100+ Men Who Care, Institute of Corporate Directors and Our Place. Board and Chair roles with GV Housing, PGA Canada Tour and GV Coalition to End Homelessness have developed Ian's expertise in organizational governance. A contributing member since 2009, he serves on the current Board of Directors and Policy and Advocacy Sub Committee.
Expertise in community engagement and entrepreneurism support Ian’s belief in competitive business, supporting community.
Ian has served on The Chamber's Board since 2018.
Owner and Principal, IPB Consulting Services
Incumbent, Director
Born, educated and committed to Greater Victoria, Ian is passionate about our economy, community and opportunities for entrepreneurial minded individuals. As Principal, IPB Consulting, he delivers essential strategies and connections to private and NFP sector clients through enduring relationships, effective engagements, plus the current and evolving needs of clients. His significant community and philanthropic leadership track record includes membership in 100+ Men Who Care, Institute of Corporate Directors and Our Place. Board and Chair roles with GV Housing, PGA Canada Tour and GV Coalition to End Homelessness have developed Ian's expertise in organizational governance. A contributing member since 2009, he serves on the current Board of Directors and Policy and Advocacy Sub Committee.
Expertise in community engagement and entrepreneurism support Ian’s belief in competitive business, supporting community.
Ian has served on The Chamber's Board since 2018.
Jack Watson
Senior Relationship Manager, TD Commercial Banking
Jack was born and raised in Victoria although he just returned in February after spending 33 years in Ontario. Jack is a Senior Relationship Manager with TD Commercial Banking and has been with TD for over 30 years. Along with his team, he takes pride in providing solutions to his clients and superior customer service.
Jack has a history of community involvement and was most recently the Chair of Immigrant Service Guelph-Wellington as well as a member of the Guelph Chamber of Commerce Advocacy Committee. Prior to that, Jack was the Chair of the Children's Foundation of Guelph and Wellington. Giving back to the community is important to him and he looks forward to contributing to Greater Victoria.
Senior Relationship Manager, TD Commercial Banking
Jack was born and raised in Victoria although he just returned in February after spending 33 years in Ontario. Jack is a Senior Relationship Manager with TD Commercial Banking and has been with TD for over 30 years. Along with his team, he takes pride in providing solutions to his clients and superior customer service.
Jack has a history of community involvement and was most recently the Chair of Immigrant Service Guelph-Wellington as well as a member of the Guelph Chamber of Commerce Advocacy Committee. Prior to that, Jack was the Chair of the Children's Foundation of Guelph and Wellington. Giving back to the community is important to him and he looks forward to contributing to Greater Victoria.
Jared Webb
Wealth Mentor, Fernhill Financial
Jared Webb is a wealth coach, mentor and advocate with Fernhill Financial. He also holds the Certified Financial Planning designation. He is very involved in the business community, advocates for Canadians through his work with Advocis and volunteers his time with Junior Achievement, while coaching his kids.
Since becoming a Chamber member in 2011, Jared has served on the Prodigy Group committee for over five years. His positions included Membership Lead, Mentorship Lead, as well as Chair. During his time with Prodigy, Jared served two years on the Chamber Board in an appointed position.
With his extensive work on association boards, Jared seeks to add value when tackling important regional issues such as transportation and affordable housing.
Wealth Mentor, Fernhill Financial
Jared Webb is a wealth coach, mentor and advocate with Fernhill Financial. He also holds the Certified Financial Planning designation. He is very involved in the business community, advocates for Canadians through his work with Advocis and volunteers his time with Junior Achievement, while coaching his kids.
Since becoming a Chamber member in 2011, Jared has served on the Prodigy Group committee for over five years. His positions included Membership Lead, Mentorship Lead, as well as Chair. During his time with Prodigy, Jared served two years on the Chamber Board in an appointed position.
With his extensive work on association boards, Jared seeks to add value when tackling important regional issues such as transportation and affordable housing.
Kris Wirk
Partner, Dusanj & Wirk
Incumbent, Treasurer
Kris Wirk is a partner with the accounting firm Dusanj & Wirk where he works with local owner-operated businesses, individuals and non-profit organizations providing accounting, taxation and advisory services. He has an honours’ Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of British Columbia, and received the Western Canada Gold Medal for the highest standing in Western Canada for the Chartered Accountant entrance exam. Kris currently serves as the Chamber’s Treasurer and was previously the Treasurer for the Island Prostate Centre.
Kris is born and raised in Victoria and believes strongly in supporting local businesses and wants to continue to assist The Chamber in advocating for a business environment that allows entrepreneurs to succeed.
Kris has served on The Chamber’s Board since 2016.
Partner, Dusanj & Wirk
Incumbent, Treasurer
Kris Wirk is a partner with the accounting firm Dusanj & Wirk where he works with local owner-operated businesses, individuals and non-profit organizations providing accounting, taxation and advisory services. He has an honours’ Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of British Columbia, and received the Western Canada Gold Medal for the highest standing in Western Canada for the Chartered Accountant entrance exam. Kris currently serves as the Chamber’s Treasurer and was previously the Treasurer for the Island Prostate Centre.
Kris is born and raised in Victoria and believes strongly in supporting local businesses and wants to continue to assist The Chamber in advocating for a business environment that allows entrepreneurs to succeed.
Kris has served on The Chamber’s Board since 2016.
Rose Arsenault
Branch Manager, Talentcor Victoria
Throughout her career with Talentcor Victoria, which began in 1997, Rose Arsenault has worked on behalf of both public and private employers, assisting them in their recruiting and Human Resource needs.
Rose has been involved for a number of years with the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce as an Ambassador, a past Director and has participated on numerous committees. She was awarded Chamber Member of the Year in May of this year.
Her volunteering efforts extend to the Alzheimer’s Society, the Heart Stroke Foundation and, most recently, the Better Business Bureau. She regularly meets with students from Camosun College and Royal Roads University, helping them with job search and networking tips.
Branch Manager, Talentcor Victoria
Throughout her career with Talentcor Victoria, which began in 1997, Rose Arsenault has worked on behalf of both public and private employers, assisting them in their recruiting and Human Resource needs.
Rose has been involved for a number of years with the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce as an Ambassador, a past Director and has participated on numerous committees. She was awarded Chamber Member of the Year in May of this year.
Her volunteering efforts extend to the Alzheimer’s Society, the Heart Stroke Foundation and, most recently, the Better Business Bureau. She regularly meets with students from Camosun College and Royal Roads University, helping them with job search and networking tips.
Tom Plumb
President and CEO, Kinetic Construction
Tom is President and CEO of Kinetic Construction. He has 33 years of experience in the construction industry as a Carpenter, Superintendent, Project Manager, Estimator, and Branch Manager. Tom earned a Diploma in Drafting at Malaspina College and a Construction Technology Diploma with a major in Economics from BCIT. He is also a certified Green Belt in Lean methodology. He believes in simplicity, continuous improvement and the use of technology. His goal is to enhance work life at Kinetic and the everyday experience of his clients and is committed to fixing the construction industry.
In Kinetic's first year as a Chamber member, the company donated to The Chamber’s 2019 Auction, and earned the Business Leadership Award alongside Chard Developments, at the 2019 Greater Victoria Business Awards.
President and CEO, Kinetic Construction
Tom is President and CEO of Kinetic Construction. He has 33 years of experience in the construction industry as a Carpenter, Superintendent, Project Manager, Estimator, and Branch Manager. Tom earned a Diploma in Drafting at Malaspina College and a Construction Technology Diploma with a major in Economics from BCIT. He is also a certified Green Belt in Lean methodology. He believes in simplicity, continuous improvement and the use of technology. His goal is to enhance work life at Kinetic and the everyday experience of his clients and is committed to fixing the construction industry.
In Kinetic's first year as a Chamber member, the company donated to The Chamber’s 2019 Auction, and earned the Business Leadership Award alongside Chard Developments, at the 2019 Greater Victoria Business Awards.
