GVBOT Renews Calls for Ridesharing and Taxi Modernization Transportation | Board of Trade Has Advocated for New Industry Framework for More Than Two Years

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GVBOT renews calls for ridesharing and taxi modernization transportation | Board of Trade has advocated for new industry framework for more than two years

he Greater Vancouver Board Infrastructure Committee. The of Trade has once again re- report made four specific recom- Tnewed its calls for Mem- mendations to the Provincial Gov- bers of the Legislative Assembly ernment that would have paved to work together to enable British the way for ridesharing while cre- Columbians to access innovative ating a level playing field for taxis. transportation options. A year later, GVBOT’s 2017 Prov- The organization put out a state- incial Election Platform also called ment last month, urging the Prov- for legislation that enables ride- incial Government to act quickly to sharing and modernizes the taxi introduce ridesharing in B.C. while industry, following a survey that also modernizing the traditional found overwhelming support for taxi industry. the issue among our region’s busi- “With the fall legislative session ness community. now well underway, we urge the “The time has come for British provincial government to make Columbia to embrace new trans- immediate, meaningful steps to- portation technology and trends. ward greater mobility in our re- At the same time, we need to en- gion,” said Iain Black, President able our traditional taxi industry to and CEO of the Greater Vancouver modernize and compete on a simi- Board of Trade. government to follow through.” asking for the immediate intro- Association, the Urban Develop- lar playing field,” said Black. “We “Throughout the last provincial For more than two years, the duction of ridesharing in British ment Institute, the Surrey Board believe both can be achieved, and election, our Members made clear Board of Trade has been a leading Columbia. This informal coali- of Trade, and more. we are seeing evidence of that in 40 that we need more choice when voice advocating for the introduc- tion included the B.C. Tech Asso- In early 2016, the Greater Van- other jurisdictions across Canada it comes to passenger transpor- tion of ridesharing in B.C. and the ciation, Mothers Against Drunk couver Board of Trade issued a re- where ridesharing is already part tation. All three party leaders modernization of the taxi industry. Driving Canada, the Cruise Lines search paper entitled Innovative of the transportation mix.” SB pledged to pass ridesharing en- In October, the organization International Association, the Transportation Options for Metro abling legislation by the end of worked together with 11 other Downtown Vancouver BIA, the Vancouver in conjunction with Read GVBOT’s 2016 report at the year, and we call on the new groups to publish a joint op-ed B.C. Restaurant and Foodservices its Regional Transportation and boardoftrade.com/ridesharing.

Opposition Leader How the global smart Director spotlight Photo highlights from cities movement will recent events and The Honourable Andrew impact Vancouver 2 Q&A with Todd Shewfelt, activities 6 new director of the Board Scheer will give his first Chair Anne Giardini on Recruitment specialist address to Board of Trade gender equality and the of Trade and Regional Vice Elizabeth Watson on Members later this month 2 We For She Conference 4 President with RBC 5 board governance 7

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Official Opposition Leader Andrew Scheer to give first GVBOT address

he Honourable Andrew Scheer, Leader of the Of- Tficial Opposition and new Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, will deliver his inaugural address to the Greater Van- couver Board of Trade on Nov. 16, outlining his positive Conserva- tive vision for B.C. and Canada. In his remarks, Scheer will share his thoughts on import- Learn more about the global ‘smart cities’ movement and the City of Vancouver’s plans on Dec. 1. ant topics facing the business community, including hous- ing affordability, transit and he Greater Vancouver collected from citizens, devices, In addition, the forum will also infrastructure investment, and The Honourable Andrew Scheer Board of Trade has an- and assets that is processed and feature two sessions, including a growing innovation and tech Tnounced its inaugural analyzed to monitor and man- “How Smart Cities are changing sector. He will also discuss how Smart Cities Forum will take age everything from traffic and urban life as we know it” and Ottawa decision-makers can in Canadian history. place on Friday, Dec. 1. transportation systems, to power “How Smart Cities impact busi- strengthen the Canadian econ- After the 2015 election, he Around the world, cities are plants, water supply networks, nesses and the economy.” omy through a plan for lower served as the Official Opposition beginning to recognize the im- waste management, law en- Experts will share best practices taxes, responsible government House Leader before successfully mense economic, social and forcement, information systems, from leading Smart Cities around spending, and championing seeking the Conservative leader- environmental advantages of schools, libraries, hospitals, and the globe, with explain how local small business. ship and assuming the party becoming “smart” and have other community services. businesses and industries can Scheer was first elected Mem- leadership in May 2017. started the transitional towards Here in Greater Vancouver, our adapt and transform to take full ber of Parliament for Regina- Don’t miss this opportunity to becoming “Smart Cities.” region is beginning to respond to advantage of the opportunities. Qu’Appelle in 2004 by defeating hear from one of Canada’s party A smart city is an urban area the smart city movement. A key Don’t miss this cutting-edge the longest-serving member of leaders about his vision for the fu- that uses different types of elec- part of this forum will include forum on a topic that is sure to the House of Commons. Re-elect- ture of our country and national tronic data collection and sensors remarks by Jessie Adcock, Chief shape our region’s future. SB ed four more times, he held the economy. SB to supply information used to Technology Officer for the City of position of Speaker of the House manage assets and resources Vancouver, on our city’s journey Tickets are on sale now at of Commons from 2011 to 2015, Registration is now open at efficiently. This includes data so far. boardoftrade.com/smartcities. becoming the youngest Speaker boardoftrade.com/scheer.

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How our region can start preparing for the future New faces bring a broad range of experience infrastructure needs of electric vehicles

By Sonia Takhar

n order to accommodate the rapid adoption of electric ve- Ihicles (EVs), cities across the globe will have to overcome key infrastructure barriers. City of Vancouver officials have pledged to make our city the “Greenest City.” To achieve this, the City aims to generate 100 per cent of its energy from renewable resources by 2050. In addition, it intends to reduce he Greater Vancouver including the Asia Pacific Foun- greenhouse gas emissions by at Board of Trade is pleased dation where she analyzed in- least 80 per cent below 2007 in Tto announce several new vestment trends between Canada the same time frame. additions to its public policy and and Asia. She also interned with The City of Vancouver’s “Re- advocacy team. the Conference Board of Canada newable City Strategy” outlines Meeting ambitious EV and sustainability targets will require a robust Beginning this month, Karen and has worked with Global Af- how to make these ambitions a infrastrucutre system throughout our region and beyond. | file photo Graham will assume the role of fairs Canada and the Inter-Amer- reality. The strategy commits to Director, Advocacy and Stake- ican Development Bank. transition to 100 per cent renew- holder Relations, bringing with Claudia joins us after her role ably powered transportation, engagement has shown this has spot agrees upon the time and her more than a decade of ex- as a Project Specialist with the including a pledge that 70 per led to overcrowding at stations. cost prior to charging. perience in senior positions in Young Presidents’ Organization cent of passenger vehicles will Private sector uptake has also Currently, private uptake of the private, public and business where she managed 69 Innova- be electric or plug-in hybrid by faced challenges. Currently, a EV infrastructure is high-risk association sectors. tion Week virtual and in-person 2050. private entity is unable to sell due to the regulatory burden Karen’s background in public events around the world. She The City has incentivized electricity for a fee without hav- and lack of certainty on cost policy, communications, strategic holds a BComm from UBC and consumers and businesses to ing to first obtain approval, or an recovery as a result of low adop- planning, and issues manage- an MSc In Business Development purchase EVs, by providing a exemption, from the B.C. Util- tion of EVs. This is a catch 22. ment is founded on previous roles Studies from the Copenhagen rebate of up to $5,000 through ities Commission. Provincial A lack of infrastructure means with Spectra Energy’s Canadian Business School. While in Europe, the Clean Energy Vehicle for B.C. regulation of utilities and who EV adoption is unlikely, lead- LNG group, Westport Innova- Claudia completed internships program (CEVforBC), whilst may sell electricity is a complex ing to a lack of support for EV tions, the United States Consul- and with the Mission of Canada also increasing the necessary public policy matter that civic infrastructure. Targeted rebates, ate General (Vancouver), and to the European Union, Embassy EV infrastructure. governments will have to ad- such as the CEVforBC initiative the Business Council of British of Canada to Denmark, as well dress together with provincial can counteract this and encour- Columbia. For the past two years, as the OECD where she focused Lack of EV charging stations regulators and utilities. age consumer adoption. Karen consulted for such diverse on international trade, economic in and around the city Meeting ambitious EV and sus- organizations as HQ Vancouver, development, and SME policy. EV infrastructure will become a Lack of EV charging stations tainability targets will require a Resource Works, and the Van- Rounding out the team is Iqbal fundamental community amen- in residential buildings comprehensive infrastructure couver International Wine Fes- Ahmed, Manager of Public Policy ity for residents in the future. There is currently an EV char- system throughout our region tival. She holds a Master of Arts Development, who celebrated his With that in mind, cities need to ging shortage in residential and beyond. in International Relations from two-year anniversary with the anticipate the user demands of buildings. The City could en- The City of Vancouver and York University and a Master of Board of Trade last month. a public charging network when courage private-sector involve- local municipalities should Public Policy from SFU. Iqbal joined our team in 2015, urban planning. Better public ment in residential buildings by spearhead investment to close In addition, the Board of Trade returning to Vancouver after serv- charging infrastructure will also providing incentives to retrofit the gap on private infrastruc- also recently added two new ing as a Policy Analyst with the allow for quicker EV uptake. workplace or residential parking ture anxiety and ensure that Policy Analysts, including Sonia Calgary Chamber of Commerce. Charging stations in and lots. This would increase char- Vancouver is in line with the Takhar and Claudia Kempe. Iqbal is a graduate of UBC, around cities will have to be ging units and allow residents EV revolution and on target to Sonia holds a BA in Politics where he studied Economics high speed, allowing drivers to charge their EVs overnight meet the goals of the Renewable and Economics and is a recent and Political Science before in- to quickly charge and continue or at work. City Strategy. SB graduate of UBC’s Masters of terning at the U.S. Consulate in with their journey. EV charging The City has already made Public Policy and Global Affairs Vancouver and then working at stations should be strategically some headway by providing Sonia Takhar is a Policy Analyst for the program. She has completed sev- the Woodrow Wilson Center in integrated throughout a cities programs to support the cost Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. eral wide-ranging internships Washington, D.C. SB infrastructure with commuters and installation of EV charging in mind. EV charging stations stations in residential buildings. in park and ride amenities and However, under the current transportation hubs facilitate rules, city officials must approve commuters’ daily journey to all charging hubs before they work and encourages the use can be built. of public transportation into The City can help expedite the a city. transition to EVs by simplifying The public network of EV and streamlining regulations charging stations rapidly ex- for private charging station panded as a result of the City operators and hosts. This can of Vancouver’s Charge and Go increase uptake of EV infra- implementation in 2011. How- structure and settle supplier ever, if the City hopes to reach concerns about cost recovery. its ambitious 2050 targets, EV There are innovative solutions charging stations must be in- to help alleviate the EV infra- creased to keep up with EV structure deficit. In Sweden, the ownership and adoption must social platform “Elbnb” allows be fueled through ease of access EV drivers to charge their cars to infrastructure. Public deploy- from other owner’s charging ment of charging infrastructure spots, by subscribing to a mobile has slowed, and stakeholder app. The owner of the charging Greater Vancouver Board Of trade | Sounding Board | november 2017 4 chair’s message

SOUNDING leadership | Time to step it up

BOARD Chair Anne Giardini looks ahead to this PUBLISHER: Business in Vancouver Media Group month’s We For She Conference EDITOR: Greg Hoekstra, 604-640-5450 AD SALES: Marie Pearsall, 604-608-5158

ABOUT THE PUBLICATION over their work. Sounding Board is the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade’s official publication, distributed to all its Members, as well as all subscribers of Business in Vancouver newspaper. Sounding Board is By Anne Giardini The need for better representa- published 11 times per year by Business in Vancouver Media Group in partnership with the Greater tion of women and other under- Vancouver Board of Trade. The newspaper is read by business leaders and elected officials across t’s a recurring issue that represented groups is not unique B.C. and beyond, with a conservatively estimated total readership of 37,500. organizations across all in- to the legal profession. The good ABOUT THE BOARD OF TRADE dustries and sectors struggle news is that measures that will The Greater Vancouver Board of Trade is Western Canada’s most active and influential business I with. How do we attract the most move us toward better inclusion association. We accelerate business success through our advocacy and public policy initiatives, our four Signature Programs for professional development, and our 100+ events each year, which talented people to come to work are often applicable in many sec- educate and connect our region’s business community. We engage with decision-makers to for us, and then how do we keep tors. We all gain when we talk develop our region as a vibrant hub for commerce, trade, travel, and free enterprise. And we’ve them? about and share practical tactics been doing it with tangible results, for more than 130 years. This problem can be tougher and strategies and when we cele- MISSION STATEMENT when it comes to women, given brate good outcomes. OUR PURPOSE is to support sustainable prosperity throughout the Greater Vancouver region. that we are still underrepresented On November 17, 2017, I invite OUR VISION is to be an active, innovative, trusted, credible business organization, known for influ- in many sectors, including some you to join us and “step it up for encing decision-makers, and educating, connecting with, and engaging our communities. of the industries at the heart of Anne Giardini, O.C.,Q.C. gender equality” at our 2017 We OUR MISSION is to provide leadership, information and connections, and public policy support British Columbia’s economy. for She Conference, co-hosted that help ensure the Greater Vancouver region is competitive and the preferred Pacific Gateway for trade, commerce, and travel. Studies have found that com- by the Greater Vancouver Board WE ARE informed, respectful, principled, collaborative, and professional. panies with women in leader- Gold Medal winners for aca- of Trade, the Province of British ship positions outperform their demic achievement were women Columbia, and the WEB Alliance competitors, in both organiza- graduates. of Women’s Business Networks. BOARD OF DIRECTORS 2017-18 tional excellence and financial We also found that women had Three great organizations. One performance. But, despite years of been entering the legal profes- powerful day. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Chair Anne Giardini, O.C., Q.C. research and statistics, change is sion in B.C. in numbers equal to This insightful and engaging Chancellor slow to come. By some estimates, or greater than men for more than working forum will feature a full Simon Fraser University at current rates, it will be a hun- a decade and in substantial num- day of speakers, table discussions, Senior Vice-Chair Lori Mathison President and CEO dred years or longer before we can bers for 30 years. Despite these breakout sessions, and workshops CPA BC expect to see women achieve full encouraging statistics, we found aimed at helping you design the Vice-Chair Evi Mustel, CMRP workforce, leadership and profes- that women represented only right equality action plan for your Principal sional parity. about 34 per cent of all practis- business or organization. Mustel Group Vice-Chair and Policy Council Chair Kari Yuers Last month, Minerva BC issued ing lawyers in B.C. and only about We’ll talk about topics ranging President and CEO its third annual Face of Leader- 29 per cent of lawyers in full-time from “Activating Men and Boys” Kryton International Inc. ship™ BC Score Card, which private practice. to “Gender Equality in Pay and Secretary-Treasurer Christopher Lythgo examined 50 of British Columbia’s In the report, we suggested that, on Boards” to “Tackling Uncon- Regional Director, B.C. & the North Business Development Bank of Canada top companies. The study found in order to retain women lawyers, scious Bias.” Each session has Advisory Services that 18 of those 50 organizations law firms needed to address some been crafted by knowledgeable Finance and Audit Committee Chair Jan Grude had no women directors on their of the unintentional obstacles to and dedicated volunteers with President and CEO Pacific Blue Cross boards, and 14 had no women on equal opportunities for advance- the intention of helping us all to World Trade Centre Committee Chairr Robin Dhir their senior executive team. Over- ment. These obstacles included move beyond words toward a use- President all, women occupied just 20 per (but were not limited to) hidden ful toolkit of actions we can start Twin Brook Developments Ltd. cent of leadership positions, on bias, stereotypes, and assump- doing immediately to increase Immediate Past Chair Robin Silvester President and CEO average, and only 19 per cent of tions about women and mothers, equality across B.C.’s business Vancouver Fraser Port Authority all board positions. lack of mentors and champions, and work communities. Member at large Sue Belisle A few years ago, I was honoured and lack of access to business de- This year’s forum is expected to President and Publisher Business in Vancouver Media Group to serve on the Law Society of velopment opportunities. draw upwards of 1,500 attendees Member at large Mary Anne Davidson British Columbia’s Retention of Recognizing that there is no — including hundreds of high- Corporate Director Women in Law Task Force. Af- one-size-fits-all answer, we rec- school students from across the President and CEO Iain Black, ICD.D ter months of work, we released ommended that law firms select province who need mentors and Greater Vancouver Board of Trade a report setting out a business from among a number of steps champions who will challenge BOARD OF DIRECTORS case for retaining and advancing in order to attract and retain them to be bold in their career Rita Andreone O.C. Lawson Lundell LLP women lawyers in private prac- women. Options included ensur- decisions. Kim Baird O.C., O.B.C., ICD.D Kim Baird Strategic Consulting Barbara Brink C.M., O.B.C. Applied Strategies tice, along with a toolkit of ideas ing women are well-represented Plan to be part of this inspira- Brent Cameron Boyden that law firms could choose from and visible in senior leadership tional event. You can see the list Alice Chen Export Ventures Group to hire, advance, and retain more positions, setting benchmarks of speakers and activities — and Neal Cormack Stantec women in practice. and measuring progress, taking register — at weforshe.ca. SB Radha Curpen Bennett Jones LLP Lara Dauphinee Fiore Group Our task force found that, as in active steps to ensure that men- David Garofalo Goldcorp Inc. many industries, women make torship and professional develop- Anne Giardini, O.C., QC, is 2017-18 Chair of Robin Hemmingsen LaSalle College Vancouver Yaletown up some of the top talent. For ex- ment opportunities are available the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. She Peter Higgins Purdy’s Chocolatier ample, from 2003 to 2008, nine to all, and ensuring that women is a corporate director and Chancellor of Mark Hoag, CPA, CA MNP LLP David Hoff Ledcor out of twelve Law Society of BC are given a degree of self-control Simon Fraser University. Terry Hui Concord Pacific Developments Ltd. Michael McCarthy TELUS Sarah McCullough Whistler Blackcomb Jessica McDonald Corporate Director Patricia Mohr Corporate Director Meredith Powell The Next Big Thing Elise Rees, FCPA, FCA, ICD.D Corporate Director Craig Richmond Vancouver Airport Authority Lorne Segal, O.B.C. Kingswood Properties Ltd. Todd Shewfelt RBC Royal Bank WE FOR SHE Bruce Sprague Ernst & Young LLP Kirsten Sutton SAP Labs Canada Step it up for gender equality Vivian Zalkow Taymor Industries Ltd. November 17, 2017 | Vancouver Convention Centre East

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leadership | Going the distance

GVBOT Director Todd Shewfelt on marathon running, work ethic, and the importance of a strong cup of coffee

Describe what you do in 10 words surprise he has passed along What is the most difficult thing you or less. the expectation of working hard have ever done? Helping small and medium- each and every day. Running a marathon is the most sized B.C. businesses grow and difficult thing I have done. It be successful. Why did you join the Greater takes a great deal of physical and Vancouver Board of Trade? mental strength to keep running Where is your hometown and how I joined the Greater Vancouver those last few miles. did it shape you as an individual? Board of Trade to meet people, I lived in Ontario until I was 10 learn something new and to What qualities make someone years old and then my family contribute in some small way successful? moved west to Steveston. Mov- to a great organization. Successful people are curious, ing across the country at a young ready to try new things, can age made it easier to move back How do you think our region will be simplify things that are compli- Todd Shewfelt and forth to Toronto later in life different 10 years from now? cated, quickly adapt to changing for work… although my family Technology is transforming circumstances, build trust with definitely calls Vancouver home everything we do and will others, and have courage. and we have no plans to leave completely change the busi- What is one “life hack” that you and then watching my boys play anytime soon. ness landscape in 10 years. The If you could have lunch with one think everyone should know? baseball. only thing I’m certain of is that famous person, who would it be? In my case, have an amazing What was your first job? people will keep moving here (And what would you ask them?) assistant! Thanks, Erna. What is the secret to happiness? Washing dishes in a small and businesses will follow the John Coltrane or Miles Davis. Treat everyone with kindness French restaurant for minimum talent so the future looks very I would ask, “Do you hear it in What is the last TV show you and respect. SB wage. I could eat as much as I bright for the lower mainland. your head before you play it?” binge-watched? wanted and it was so much fun. “Love” on Netflix. Todd Shewfelt is Regional Vice President, I asked for a 25 cents/hour raise What is your favourite vacation What is your favourite restaurant in Commercial Financial Services, for RBC. and when they refused, I quit for spot? Greater Vancouver? If you retired tomorrow, how would a higher-paying job which was My favourite city to visit is Paris. Zefferelli’s on Robson. Old- you keep busy? The Greater Vancouver Board of terrible. A lesson learned. My go-to vacation spot for the school Italian and the owner Golfing, exercise, reading…it Trade is fortunate to have 36 of family is spring break in Palm Albert is priceless. would be easy. our region’s top executives and What is the most important lesson Springs. The weather is always business leaders on its board of you learned from your parents? perfect and it’s an easy drive to If you could be anywhere else right What does a perfect day look like directors. For more information on My father was the oldest son Disneyland or Huntington Beach now, where would you be? to you? these exceptional individuals, visit and raised on a farm so it’s no when we get tired of golfing. Pebble Beach. A strong cup of coffee to start boardoftrade.com/directors.

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TransLink CEO Kevin Desmond takes a look ahead at the organization’s future during his second annual GVBOT address on Oct. 17. | matt borck

A panel of business and community leaders discuss The Honourable Carole James, B.C.’s new Minister of Finance, gave her first update to business leaders on Sept. 22, 2017, following the the benefits of hiring people with disabilities during tabling of her government’s Budget Update in Victoria. In addition to her keynote address, Minister James also fielded a broad range of GVBOT’s inaugural Inclusive Business Forum on questions from Board of Trade Members in a Q&A session moderated by veteran broadcaster Bill Good. Listen to the speech and Q&A at Sept. 21. | matt borck boardoftrade.com/budgetupdate17. | matt borck

Industry experts share advice for business owners during GVBOT’s Cyber Security Forum on Oct. 20. The event featured a keynote by MNP’s National Cyber Security Leader Danny Timmins (far left). | matt borck

Assembly of First Nations National Chief Perry Bellegarde sits down for a Q&A with journalist Angela Sterritt LNG Canada CEO Andy Calitz speaks to Board of Trade Members on Sept. 22 following his Oct. 25 presentation on how Canada can realize a sustainable economy that includes the full about his company’s proposed LNG export terminal and the leadership challenges participation of First Nations, the youngest and fastest growing demographic in the country. | matt borck that arise when planning a mega project in B.C. | matt borck

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leadership | Are you ready for the boardroom?

Board recruitment specialist Elizabeth Watson shares tips from her recent WLC presentation

government for greater divers- By Elizabeth Watson ity. Although progress is less than ideal, we believe boards will he market has never been continue to feature diversity as a better for women and the key component in board renewal Tnext generation of directors as they seek directors with the to join the boardrooms of cor- right competencies, commitment porate Canada. As you consider and character. While the divers- these opportunities, make sure ity pool has initially focused you understand the recruitment on women, cultural and age process and are ready for the diversity are also gaining more commitment and contribution. consideration. More and more director pos- Boards use various avenues to Elizabeth Watson speaks to the Women’s Leadership Circle on Oct. 11 about ‘The Principles of Good itions are coming available. Dir- source new director talent. While Governance.’ The event was hosted in partnership with the Institute of Corporate Directors. | Colin Marshall ectors are required to put in more referrals from existing board hours than ever before which members, executives, sharehold- means they can take on fewer ers, and advisors are a starting boards is not always easy. Most on leadership opportunities and to do your due diligence. Board boards. New governance issues point, an increasing number of private sector positions are not expand your network to director work is a team sport and when like cybersecurity, organizational boards are turning to specialized advertised. You must either iden- circles. On the practical side, en- you join the team, your reputa- culture and market disruption search firms to help them identify opportunities by researching sure you are financially literate, tion and liability will be subject require new skills that may not be tify a broader range of qualified industries, sectors, and compan- understand director duties and to team performance. available in the traditional direc- director candidates. Search firms ies of interest and making contact, responsibilities and have relevant Board work is important, and tor pool. And term limits and an offer independence and access to or be identified by those seeking experience to bring to the board- positions are increasingly com- aging director demographic are a larger pool of prospective can- candidates, who typically look for room, possibly gained through ing available for diversity can- opening up vacancies. didates, while also providing the individuals who have high-profile a not-for-profit board. Create a didates. To take advantage of At the same time, boards we extensive referencing and assess- positions, award recognition or board-oriented CV, be prepared these opportunities, make sure work with are serious about be- ment necessary to help boards are referred through their sourc- to explain what motivates you to you understand the process, are coming more diverse, responding identify not only candidates’ skills ing networks. be a director and let people know well prepared to fill these seats to the research that shows more and experience, but the very im- There are several things you that you have time to serve. When and do your due diligence. SB diverse boards generate superior portant softer skills and team can do to help prepare for a board the opportunity presents itself, shareholder returns, and reflect- orientation that do not show up position. In addition to being the make sure you focus on the value Elizabeth Watson, QC, is the founder of ing the demand from customers, on a resume. best you can be at your chosen you will bring to the board and WATSON, the largest governance and regulators, shareholders, and Finding out about vacancies on occupation, don’t be afraid to take the company. Finally, don’t forget specialty recruitment firm in Canada.

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