Stantec Executive and Leadership Team

Karen Pappas, the Chief Financial Officer & Director, Board at Stantec, manages the company's financial health and strategic fiscal planning. Pappas directs all financial operations, including accounting, treasury, and investor relations, ensuring robust financial governance and compliance. As a Board Director, Karen Pappas contributes to high-level corporate strategy and oversight, aligning financial objectives with Stantec's long-term vision. This dual role involves safeguarding assets, optimizing capital structure, and driving profitability through astute financial management. The Chief Financial Officer & Director, Board's responsibilities extend to financial forecasting, risk assessment, and the identification of investment opportunities that support Stantec's growth in professional consulting services. Karen Pappas ensures financial transparency and accountability across the organization.

Vito Culmone, the Executive VP & Chief Financial Officer at Stantec, spearheads the company's comprehensive financial strategy and management. Culmone directs global financial planning, capital allocation, and performance analysis, ensuring Stantec's fiscal strength and sustainable growth. This executive leadership position involves overseeing all aspects of financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and risk management, to support the company's extensive infrastructure and facilities consulting services. Vito Culmone's expertise is crucial in guiding Stantec's financial decisions and optimizing profitability across its diverse project portfolio. The Executive VP & Chief Financial Officer's responsibilities include enhancing shareholder value and maintaining strong relationships with financial stakeholders. Culmone drives financial discipline and strategic investment to advance Stantec's market leadership.

Jenifer Picard, the Chief Financial Officer (Americas Region) at Stantec, oversees financial operations and strategic fiscal management for the Americas. Picard directs regional financial planning, budgeting, and performance analysis, ensuring robust financial health and compliance across North and South America. This role is critical in supporting Stantec's extensive infrastructure and facilities projects throughout the region. Jenifer Picard's financial acumen guides investment decisions and optimizes resource allocation to drive regional growth and profitability. The Chief Financial Officer (Americas Region) collaborates closely with regional leadership to align financial strategies with operational objectives. Picard ensures financial integrity and supports the delivery of Stantec's professional consulting services with fiscal responsibility.

Michael Rautmann, the Chief Operating Officer at Stantec, directs the company's global operational strategies and execution. Rautmann oversees the integration of planning, engineering, architecture, and environmental sciences services to deliver comprehensive solutions for infrastructure and facilities projects. This leadership role ensures operational efficiency and the successful deployment of Stantec's consulting expertise across diverse markets. Michael Rautmann drives the alignment of project delivery with client objectives, focusing on sustainable growth and market expansion. The Chief Operating Officer's purview includes optimizing resource allocation and fostering innovation within project teams to enhance service quality and client satisfaction. Rautmann's strategic oversight guarantees that Stantec's operational framework supports its mission to create communities and improve quality of life.

Susan Reisbord, the Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer (North America) at Stantec, leads operational execution and strategic growth across the North American region. Reisbord directs a vast network of engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting services, ensuring seamless project delivery for infrastructure and facilities clients. This critical role involves optimizing regional operations, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and driving business development initiatives. Susan Reisbord's leadership ensures Stantec's commitment to client success and community impact throughout Canada and the United States. The Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer (North America) oversees the integration of diverse professional services, enhancing Stantec's market position and operational excellence. Reisbord's focus remains on delivering innovative solutions and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

John Hooker, the President, Operations (US) at Stantec, directs the company's operational execution and strategic initiatives within the United States. Hooker oversees a broad spectrum of professional consulting services, including engineering, architecture, and environmental sciences, ensuring the successful delivery of complex infrastructure and facilities projects. This leadership position is instrumental in driving operational excellence, fostering client relationships, and expanding Stantec's market presence across the US. John Hooker's focus is on optimizing regional operations and enhancing project outcomes. The President, Operations (US) champions innovation and collaboration among project teams to meet evolving client needs. Hooker ensures that Stantec's operations in the US align with its global mission to create communities and improve quality of life.

Asifa Samji, the Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer at Stantec, shapes the company's talent strategy and organizational development. Samji directs all human resources functions, including talent acquisition, employee engagement, compensation, and benefits, fostering a high-performance culture. This leadership role is pivotal in attracting, retaining, and developing the skilled professionals who deliver Stantec's expert consulting services in planning, engineering, and design. Asifa Samji champions initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring a supportive and dynamic work environment. The Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer's strategic focus supports Stantec's global operations and its mission to create communities. Samji drives initiatives that align human capital with the company's ambitious growth objectives and project success.