Debra is a self-described social justice advocate who believes the best change comes out of chaos.
After an illustrious career in marketing and public relations with the for-profit sector, Debra turned her passion to working with not-for-profits where she raised over $400 million for causes close to her heart. She most recently worked as Chief Development Officer with the Centennial Infant and Child Care Foundation. She has also worked as a professor and enjoys mentoring young fundraising professionals.
Debra holds a certificate from the Smith School of Business at Queen’s University in Strategic Planning & Leading Change (2025). In today’s world of uncertainty and disruption, sticking to the old ways won’t cut it. But for those ready to adapt, opportunity is everywhere. Debra works with organizations to create strategic plans to navigate change and seize new opportunities to elevate mission and build resilience.
She joined the Ontario team as a Senior Consultant in 2022.
Fun fact: Debra loves golf. Desperately. With an immense passion. Did we say she loves golf?
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