BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Susan Spence
Board Chair
Susan Spence has over 30 years of experience in university and academic leadership, strategy and operations. Her career has included positions with Dalhousie University, the University of Texas M D Anderson Cancer Center and St. Thomas Hospital in London, England. Her Board experience includes serving on Boards of NS Heart & Stroke, NS Health.
Ann Foran
Vice Chair
Ann Foran is the Senior Vice President - Government Business, at Medavie Blue Cross. Ann has over 30 years of experience working with governments in the health industry at a provincial and federal level. Ann’s current volunteer involvement also includes working with Dartmouth Housing as a Board Member.
Deeksha Bhaskar
Secretary
Deeksha Bhaskar is an articled clerk at McInnes Cooper’s Halifax office. With a growing interest in corporate and immigration law, and over eight years’ experience operating a small business, she draws on her diverse skill set to respond to clients’ complex legal needs.
Deeksha earned her Juris Doctor from the Schulich School of Law at Dalhousie University. Originally from India, Deeksha moved to Halifax in 2015 to pursue a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Saint Mary’s University, where she also completed a Certificate in Human Resource Management.
Randy MacMillan
Treasurer
Randy MacMillan is the President and CEO of Scotia Investments Limited. He has extensive knowledge in the financial sector, strategic management processes, and experience in healthcare operations and development. Today, he leads the Scotia Investments Family of Companies, overseeing 1,500 employees across seven companies producing environmentally friendly products that uphold the company’s commitment to its core values of long-term stewardship, environmental integrity, and community wellbeing.
Teddy Comeau
Board Member
Teddy Comeau is a partner at McInnes Cooper. His practice focuses on the fields of real estate, banking & financial services, and construction & property development.
Janice Tanner Ernst
Board Member
Janice is a Partner at KBRS. With a passion for cultivating effective work environments, Janice believes making people a priority in organizations is best for the bottom line and the right thing to do. She is also actively involved in community building initiatives personally and professionally and encourages organizations to do the same.
LeeAnn Larocque
Board Member
LeeAnn Larocque has worked in healthcare for over 25 years, holding positions at all levels of leadership, including her current role as Acting Vice President of Clinical Care and Chief Nurse Executive at the IWK. Her experience has included developing and implementing numerous health system improvements that guide healthcare delivery for children, youth, and women within the province and better the lives of Nova Scotians.
Alan MacPherson
Board Member
Alan MacPherson is an entrepreneur and business owner with experience in manufacturing, healthcare, finance, and property development. With a desire to support and enhance the lives of Nova Scotians, Alan has held positions on several boards and committees for organizations like NSCAD, Ronald MacDonald House Atlantic, IPOANS, and the Construction Association of Nova Scotia.
Charmaine McPherson
Board Member
Charmaine McPherson has worked with Indigenous Services Canada, the NS Department of Health & Wellness, and St. Francis Xavier University. In addition to her positions within the education and healthcare sectors, Charmaine is a private business owner and holds a PhD in nursing from McMaster University.
Ossama Nasrallah
Board Member
Ossama Nasrallah is the owner of multiple tourism businesses, including Sea Halifax and Nova Glamping. Prior to working in the tourism industry, Ossama worked with Scotiabank. He has served on several boards, including United Way Halifax, the Lebanese Chamber of Commerce of Nova Scotia, and the Port of Halifax, Liaison committee.
Erica Armstrong
Board Member
Erica Armstrong is Director, Executive Search at Royer Thompson. She has over a decade of experience in executive search and higher education. Erica is a passionate volunteer focused on seniors, health care, and veterans.