Having worked with a variety of governing bodies, Andrea brings a well-developed understanding of how to support and facilitate a seamless, collaborative decision-making process in a publicly accountable context. With experience across both the public and the private sectors, her specific focus is on the recruitment of leaders for post-secondary, government, health care and not-for-profit organizations. In addition to leading and facilitating executive searches, as a Managing Partner with KBRS, Andrea provides strategic oversight to the firm’s executive and academic search practices and contributes to the day-to-day management of KBRS. Education and Certifications: Master of Business Administration, Saint Mary's University Bachelor of Arts, Psychology (Hons.), St. Francis Xavier University Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR) Diversity and Inclusion Certificate program, Cornell University Passions, Community Involvement and Personal Interests: Chair, Board of Directors, 211 Nova Scotia Director, Board of Directors, Halifax Partnership Professional Mentor, Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia Previously, Director & Board Secretary, Board of Directors, Nova Scotia College of Early Childhood Education Proud mom of two exuberant and highly active small children who keep she and her husband busy and regularly entertained Executive Search Sector Specialty: Provincial and Municipal Government Health Care Academic Board Directors