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Five members appointed to Laurentian University Board of Governors by the Province of Ontario

Board members begin on-boarding

(December 21, 2021) As part of Laurentian University's commitment to an accelerated process of Board renewal and  in connection with the financial support package provided by the Province of Ontario, it is pleased to welcome five incoming members to its Board of Governors. These volunteer members are appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council (LGIC) and will hold office for a one-year term, pursuant to the terms of their LGIC appointments.

 

Appointed Board Members

Debbi Nicholson, President and CEO, Greater Sudbury Chamber of Commerce

Born in Sudbury, Ms. Debbi Nicholson is  one of the longest-serving chamber executives in Canada today, a proven community leader and a champion for business and community prosperity. 
 

Don Duval, President and CEO, NORCAT

Mr. Don Duval brings more than two decades of experience leading, growing, and transforming organizations and businesses. He oversees a leading-edge not-for-profit dedicated to building and delivering programs that enhance skilled labour training and development. He is also a member of the Health Sciences North Board of Governors.

 

Robert Brouillette, Owner, City Welding

An experienced lawyer, business owner, and proud Laurentian alumnus, Mr. Robert Brouillette joins the Board with a wealth of knowledge and strong commitment to the university.

 

Gerard (Gerry) Bilodeau, President, GBMC Inc.

Mr. Gerry Bilodeau is an acclaimed business leader in the mining industry, with more than 40 years of hands-on experience in strategic planning, project and operations management, and organizational development.

 

Jeff Bangs, Partner, Pathway Group

From Mattawa, Mr. Jeff Bangs is a seasoned strategic consultant, with over two decades of experience in public sector decision-making, stakeholder relations, and organizational change.  Until his appointment to the Board by the Province, Jeff served as an advisor to Laurentian.

 

Laurentian wishes to thank these individuals for their commitment to the university. It looks forward to working with them through the restructuring process and emergence as a financially viable and vibrant institution serving students, employers and communities in Northern Ontario.