Board of Directors

Todd is self-employed. He serves as a member of the Board of Trustees and Vice-Chair for University Health Network (UHN). In 2008, Todd received the Knight of the Order of Agricultural Merit from the Government of France. In 2020, Todd was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal by the Governor General of Canada in recognition of his philanthropy.

Danielle owns and operates a family-run resort, restaurant and brewery in Prince Edward County. With a background in Geographic Information System (GIS) and remote sensing, she’s worked for Space Imaging and consulted for Michigan’s Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Passionate about community, Danielle has actively lead local fundraising efforts.

Andrew leads crisis communications, corporate messaging and executive media relations. Previously, he worked as a consultant for the communications firm, Navigator, and held roles in the federal and provincial governments. He serves on the communications committee of Wellspring’s Board and is a long-time volunteer at Casey House.

Jesse has held a number of General Manager roles, including at Deerhurst Resort, as well as a Professor in the Hospitality program at Georgian College. He is also active in the community, serving as Vice-Chair of the Ontario Restaurant Hotel Motel Association.

Jennifer is a Consulting Manager at Cognizant with experience in media production and live event management. An Ivey MBA graduate, she blends strategic problem-solving with cross-cultural expertise shaped by work on global events. She champions collaboration to connect communities and has contributed to the Olympic Games, FIFA World Cups and TIFF.

Cathy is experienced in tourism marketing, destination and brand development and strategic marketing planning. In 2010, she started CMK Consulting. Clients have included Tourism Kingston, Travel Nunavut, Resorts of Ontario, Cornwall and SDG Counties, the Town of Blue Mountains, and Ottawa Tourism. Cathy is a member of TIAC, TIAO and ITAC. 

Sumeeta has over 25 years of experience in the marketing industry. She also serves as Vice-Chair on the Peel Police Service Board and as a board director for Mississauga Arts Council, Artspiration Foundation, and the Peel Children’s Aid Society Foundation. She is the recipient of the 2025 King Charles III’s Coronation Medal for community service.

Dennis leads an advertising agency that helps major leaders, brands and causes shape their stories and influence public opinion. He has advised numerous public and private sector executives. Dennis is also a frequent media commentator who also serves on the Marketing and Communications Committee at Michael Garron Hospital. 

Mark leads renowned global comedy entertainment studio, New Metric, recognized for its innovative content and brand-building approach. He is also an award-winning executive producer for television, whose international hits with New Metric include Letterkenny, Shoresy and Children Ruin Everything.

Ruth-Ann's career has been defined by service and civic engagement. A City Councillor for Niagara Falls, she has held numerous leadership roles, including Chair of the Main and Ferry BIA and amalgamating Chair of the One Foundation for the Niagara Health System. Ruth-Ann is passionate about youth engagement and community development, is a champion of youth initiatives, and is on the Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee.  

Jerry owns Marienbad Restaurant and Chaucer’s Pub in London, ON. He obtained his MBA at the Universidad Europea in Madrid. Jerry has international executive management experience in hospitality and tourism industry and as a university professor in the United States and Europe, teaching strategic management in hospitality & tourism. 

Jasveen is a consultant passionate about helping clients build responsible initiatives and sustainable solutions. She has consulted on community projects and presented at conferences around the world. Her educational experience includes a Masters in Tourism Policy and Planning, and a PhD in Recreation and Leisure Studies (University of Waterloo).

Lacey’s community service includes eight years as Auxiliary Sergeant with the Timmins Police Service, a trainer for the Timmins Majors U15 AAA Hockey team and a board member of Camp Bickell. Happily married to Karly and a devoted mom to their daughter, Cora, Lacey is a lifetime resident of Northern Ontario with over 10 years of tourism industry experience.

Rob has vast travel and tourism industry experience, as an event operator, advocate, consultant and ministerial advisor. As the former VP, Public Affairs and the interim CEO at the Tourism Industry Association of Canada (TIAC), he collaborated with Destination Canada on RendezVous Canada, Tourism Town Halls, GoMedia and TIAC conferences.