Mississauga, ON, September 16, 2024 – The Association of Consulting Engineering Companies – Ontario (ACEC-Ontario) is pleased to announce its Board of Directors for the 2024-2025 term, led by incoming Chair, Mark Tulloch. As ACEC-Ontario approaches its 50th anniversary next year, newly appointed and re-elected Directors Carolyn Francis (Jacobs) and Tom Halpenny (H.H. Angus) will bring their skills and experience to the association’s leadership, continuing to drive the consulting engineering sector forward with energy and a strong commitment to communities across Ontario.
2024-2025 Board of Directors:
- Mark Tulloch, TULLOCH Engineering, Chair
- Don Holland, GHD, Past Chair
- Ryan Matthews, J.L. Richards & Associates Limited, Chair-Elect
- Montana Wilson, GRIT Engineering Inc., Treasurer
- Valery Woloshyn, Stantec Consulting Ltd, Chair of Governance Committee
- Nikos Chalaris, AECOM Canada Ltd
- David Chamberlain, Eramosa Engineering
- Matthew Eades, Associated Engineering Ltd.Carolyn Francis, Jacobs
- Tom Halpenny, H.H. Angus
- Ben Hunter, Parsons
- Derek Potvin, Robinson Consultants
- Shawn Scott, R.V. Anderson Associates Limited
Mark Tulloch, CEO, TULLOCH Engineering, brings a wealth of experience and a passion for shaping the future of Ontario’s infrastructure landscape. Reflecting on the organization’s half-century milestone, Tulloch shared his vision for the future. “As we mark our 50th year, it is clear that our strength lies in our collaborative spirit, our commitment to excellence, and our unwavering focus on advancing the consulting engineering profession in Ontario. Looking ahead, I am energized by the positive momentum we’ve built and the opportunities that lie before us. Together, with our dedicated members, volunteers and stakeholders, we will continue to drive innovation, advocate for resilient design, and strengthen our industry’s impact for the benefit of all Ontarians.”
The Board will prioritize key initiatives such as fostering stronger partnerships with government and industry stakeholders, supporting small firms, promoting resilience in engineering, enhancing professional development and networking opportunities for its members.
“We are thrilled to welcome our newly appointed board members and look forward to working alongside Mark and the 2024-2025 Board as we embark on the next 50 years of growth, advocacy, and service to the consulting engineering industry,” said Andrew Hurd, Executive Director of ACEC-Ontario. “We also extend our sincere thanks to our past Chair, Don Holland (GHD) and departing board member, Karen Freund (CIMA+), for their dedicated service to ACEC-Ontario’s mission of advancing the consulting engineering profession.”
For more information about ACEC-Ontario, its Board of Directors, or upcoming initiatives, please visit www.acecontario.ca.
About Association of Consulting Engineering Companies | Ontario:
ACEC-Ontario represents the interests of 140 consulting engineering firms that collectively employ over 25,000 Ontarians. Accumulated gross revenues of consulting engineering firms across the country contribute more than $10 billion to the Ontario economy.
ACEC-Ontario is dedicated to fostering a business and regulatory climate that empowers its member companies to deliver unparalleled services and value to clients. The Association champions the vital role that consulting engineering plays in enhancing social, economic, and environmental well-being in Ontario and beyond.
Media Contact:
Michelle West
Director, Membership, Marketing and Communications
416.620.1400 ext 227
mwest@ACECOntario.ca