Nortel has named Steven Bandrowczak as its chief information officer starting July 16. Before joining Nortel, Bandrowczak was senior vice-president and CIO of PC producer Lenovo. He succeeds interim CIO Bill Donovan, who continues as senior VP in Nortel's business transformation office. Nortel trades on the TSX as NT.
Hollinger Inc. (TSX:HLG.C, HLG.PR.B) has appointed Wesley Voorheis as its CEO. Hollinger has about 70-per-cent voting and 19.7-per-cent equity interest in Sun-Times Media Group Inc., which owns the Chicago Sun-Times and a large number of community newspapers in the Chicago area. Hollinger's head office is in Toronto.
Cognos has appointed Rick Gilbody as its president for the Americas. He has been acting in that capacity since March and was previously senior VP of finance and operations. He joined Cognos in 2000. Cognos (TSX:CSN, Nasdaq:COGN) provides business intelligence and performance management services. Its head office is in Ottawa.
Magna Entertainment Corp. (TSX:MEC.A, Nasdaq:MECA) says its CEO, Michael Neuman, is leaving to pursue other opportunities. Chairman Frank Stronach will act as interim CEO. Magna owns and operates horse racetracks and related wagering businesses, and has an interest in HorseRacing TV. Its head office is in Aurora.
Atlantis Systems Corp. (TSX:AIQ) has appointed Alexander Milic as chief marketing officer. Prior to joining Atlantis, Milic was managing director and CIO of Knightsbridge Human Capital Management Inc. Atlantis provides integrated flight training and aircraft maintenance training. Its head office is in Brampton.
David Goodman, president and CEO of Goodman & Co., has been named president and CEO of Dundee Wealth (TSX:DW). Ned Goodman has relinquished his executive roles at Dundee Wealth, but will continue to provide support and assistance. Dundee Wealth is a Canadian-owned wealth management company. Its head office is in Toronto.
Chris Waddick, CMA, has been named president and CEO of Vasogen Inc. (TSX:VAS, Nasdaq:VSGN), a Mississauga-based biotechnology company. Waddick succeeds Terrance Gregg, who remains chairman. Waddick has been with Vasogen for 12 years.
Iamgold Corp. (TSX:IMG, NYSE:IAG) has named Carol Banducci as CFO. She joins Iamgold from a building-products manufacturer, bringing more than 15 years of financial management and leadership experience. Iamgold is a mid-tier gold producer with its head office in Toronto.
AirIQ Inc. (TSX:IQ) is appointing Steve Willey as president and CEO, after his leading the company on an interim basis since February. AirIQ offers wireless location-based fleet management services. Its head office is in Pickering.
Pelangio Mines Inc. (TSX:PLG) has hired Warren Bates, P.Geo., as VP of exploration. He was most recently VP of exploration for St. Andrew Goldfields Ltd. Pelangio is a gold exploration company with its head office in Milton.
Livingston International Income Fund (TSX:LIV.UN) says Ben Wong plans to retire as executive VP of transportation and logistics services at the end of August. Livingston owns, among other companies, Livingston International Inc., a customs brokerage, transportation and logistics services company. Its head office is in Toronto.
Centerra Gold Inc. (TSX:CG) has named Paul Korpi its VP and COO, replacing George Burns, who is leaving to pursue another opportunity. Korpi joined Centerra in 2004 as VP of operations at Boroo Gold Co. in Mongolia and since early 2005 has been president of BGC. Centerra is focused on gold properties primarily in Central Asia, the former Soviet Union and other emerging markets. Its head office is in Toronto.
Argent Mining Corp. (TSXV: AMG, AVR) has consolidated its common shares on the basis of three old shares for one new and changed its name to Avion Resources Corp. Its shares now trade as AVR. Rene Bharti continues as president and CEO, and Deborah Battison becomes CFO. Avion's head office is in Toronto.
Rubicon Minerals Corp. (TSX:RMX, Amex:RBY) has named Matthew Wunder, P.Geo., as VP of exploration. Wunder comes with more than 20 years of experience with major and junior mining companies operating throughout North and Central America. Rubicon is a gold-focused exploration firm with its head office in Vancouver.
Jovian Capital Corp. (TSXV:JVN) has split the roles of president and CEO, with Philip Armstrong continuing as CEO and executive VP Mark Arthur becoming president. Jovian is a management and holding company with interests in a variety of financial service firms specializing in wealth and asset management. Its head office is in Winnipeg and its executive office in Toronto.
Avalon Ventures Ltd. (TSXV:AVL) has named William Mercer, P.Geo., as VP of exploration and Cindy Hu, CA, CPA, CGA, as controller. Mercer spent 24 years with Noranda, Falconbridge and Xstrata, most recently as chief geologist. Hu comes with extensive experience in financial reporting issues. Avalon is a junior mineral company with a primary focus on rare metals and minerals with high-technology applications. Its head office is in Toronto.
Doug Bolton has been appointed CFO of Romios Gold Resources Inc. (TSXV:RG). Bolton is a chartered accountant with Bolton & Bolton. He replaces Thomas Skimming, who remains as VP of exploration. Romios is actively engaged in precious- and base-metal exploration across North America. Its head office is in Toronto.
Ramtelecom Inc. (TSXV:RTC) says Bob Ardiel is retiring as CFO and taking a position on the board. Ray Charron, CMA, is the new VP of finance and CFO.
He has spent two years as controller with operating subsidiary Misener Telecom. Ramtelecom Inc. is a satellite service provider delivering broadband data and voice business communications. It has offices in Calgary and Ottawa.
Manicouagan Minerals Inc. (TSXV:MAM) has appointed Erik Martin as CFO and secretary. Martin is a CMA with 14 years of managerial experience. He replaces Arthur Hampson, who has stepped down to pursue other business opportunities but will be available as a consultant during the transition period. Manicouagan Minerals Inc. is an exploration company with four base-metal projects in Saskatchewan and Quebec. Its corporate office is in Toronto.
Greentree Gas & Oil Ltd. (TSXV:GGO) says its CFO, Patrick Uzan, has resigned to return to public practice. Greentree explores for gas in southwestern Ontario. Its head office is in London.
Garry Wallace has been named senior VP of sales at Musicrypt Inc. (TSXV: MCT). Musicrypt's web-based delivery system provides secure digital file distribution. Its head office is in Richmond Hill.
Odyssey Resources Ltd. (TSXV:ODX) says Avrom Howard has resigned as VP of exploration but will remain a director, and Hatem Kawar has resigned as CFO. Jacqueline Danforth has been named interim CFO. Odyssey is a junior mining company focused on Morocco. Its head office is in Markham.
Circumference Technology Services Inc. has hired David Quinn as VP of business development. Quinn was most recently with Upstream Works Software Ltd. Circumference supplies contact centre technology, professional call centre services and custom development services. Its head office is in Ottawa.
EMC Canada has promoted Michael Sharun to managing director. Sharun was previously director for Western Canada; Rob Lunney takes over that position. EMC Corp. (NYSE:EMC) provides information infrastructure technology and services. EMC Canada, a wholly owned subsidiary, is headquartered in Toronto.
Varicent Software Inc. has hired Ken Barbe as VP of global services. Prior to joining Varicent, Barbe served as VP for professional services and client success at Workbrain Inc. Varicent provides a sales performance management service. Its head office is in Toronto.
Brandimensions Inc., the parent company to BrandIntel and BrandProtect, has made key changes to its management team.
BrandIntel's president Bradley Silver and BrandProtect's president Roberto Drassinower were named co-CEOs of Brandimensions. Previous CEO Craig Wallace is now vice-chairman of the board.
BrandIntel is a market intelligence company that analyses online consumer-created content.
BrandProtect is an online brand security company protecting an organization's clients, brands and revenue from fraud and other abuses. Its head office is in Mississauga.
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