As Humber embarks on a new five-year strategic plan, it is essential that we not only maintain but enhance our leadership role in the college system.

I am pleased to announce the following organizational changes to our executive team. After careful consideration and discussion, I believe the new structure will support our priorities now and into our future. Changes resulting from the pending retirements of John Mason and Rick Embree will be effective August 1, 2013.

In considering potential changes, it has been my intention to address key challenges identified by the presidential succession committee as well as emergent themes from our strategic planning consultations.

• Strengthen Humber brand/identity and positioning in the postsecondary market
• Enhance internal and external communications
• Continue to strengthen Humber's broad range of programs from Apprenticeships, Diplomas to Degrees
• Build and strengthen external partnerships and community linkages
• Strengthen revenue streams; sustain financial health
• Preserve and strengthen our ability to work together for student success

Change effective April 1, 2013

Deb McCarthy has been appointed to Vice-President, Human Resources. This structure aligns HR as a strategic member of the executive team and recognizes best practices and current standards in higher education and industry. This move emphasizes Humber's commitment to talent management and ensures that consideration for Humber's employees is at the forefront of organizational decision-making.

Changes Upon John Mason's and Rick Embree's Retirements

The position of Vice-President, Student and Corporate Services, will be revised and re-named Vice-President, Student Services. In addition to other student-centered functions, the position will assume responsibility for coordinating strategic enrolment management initiatives. The search to fill this position will be initiated shortly. Rick and John will work closely with the new Vice-President until the end of July to ensure a smooth transition.

Geraldine Babcock, Director, Community Outreach & Workforce Development, will report to the Vice-President, Student Services. This move will align our Employment Centre activities as potential pathways for prospective students into Humber's array of programs.

Ken Harrison, Associate Dean, Dual Credit, will report to Jason Hunter, Dean of Students. Ken will continue in his role positioning our Dual Credit Programs as a destination for future educational opportunities.

Joe Andrews, Director, Orangeville Campus, will report to the Vice-President Academic. Joe will continue to manage and promote programs at our Orangeville Campus.

Ann Dean is being promoted to Dean, Program Development and will report to Michael Hatton. Ann will continue with her responsibilities for managing program review and the development of new programming.

Ted Patterson, Director, of the training unit known as the Centre for Employee Benefits will move from Student & Corporate Services to The Business School reporting to Alvina Cassiani, Dean. Ted will continue to provide leadership and direction to the Centre and its staff.

Karen Tavener, Director, Education & Training Solutions, will report to Michael Hatton. Karen will continue to grow our Humber community training programs.

Paul lskander, Director, Campus Services, will report to Rani K. Dhaliwal. Paul's portfolio will remain in its current form overseeing Residences, Conference Services, Food Services, the Bookstore and other service contracts. This move will align the reporting structure of our service functions and centralize these services with Rani.

Ruth MacKay, Director Planning & Government Relations, will be reporting directly to me commencing upon Rick's retirement. Ruth will continue her work organizing Humber's communications and relationships with all levels of government. She will finalize Humber's new strategic plan for 2013-2018 and continue to monitor the implementation of our strategic and business planning cycle.

In the coming months, Humber will initiate a national search for a new Vice-President, Advancement & External Affairs. This role will focus on our larger Humber community and be responsible for developing and fostering external strategic partnerships. The incumbent will also be responsible for Advancement, Alumni Services, and Communications & Marketing.

Finally, to support our expansion, maintain our growing infrastructure and monitor our project and risk management, policy base and internal and provincial committees for the administrative team, a new Associate Vice-President, Administration, will be hired. The new role will report directly to Rani K. Dhaliwal and the search to fill this position will commence shortly.

I am confident these changes will help prepare Humber for the future and help us continue in our role as a leader in postsecondary education. I thank you for your support as we undergo this change and am pleased to respond to any questions or comments.
 

To view the organizational work chart, click here.