Board of Directors
Meet Our Board
MedicAlert is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors responsible for organizational governance, public accountability, and setting strategic priorities.
Officers
Stacey Myers is a member of the Chartered Professional Accountants of Prince Edward Island. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration and Certificate of Accounting from the University of Prince Edward Island.
Working in the private sector for the duration of her accounting career, Stacey has held senior level management positions in both the healthcare and technology space. Prior to working in the private sector, Stacey worked for a federal government agency focused on creating economic growth. Stacey is an experienced CPA with an extensive background in accounting, strategic planning, financial reporting, financial analysis, contract management, and human resources.
Stacey is an active board member of other not-for-profit organizations, including being Vice President of the PEI Humane Society and Director of the PEI IT Alliance.
Stefany is Principal at Futureproof Consulting where she provides independent consulting to small and mid-sized businesses, associations, and non-profit organizations helping organizations strengthen strategy, modernize operations, and navigate transformation across areas including digital strategy, digital product management, GenAI and AI implementation, process redesign, technology selection, CRM and customer experience strategy, change management, business modelling, and branding.
Stefany has successfully led AI, data, and machine learning initiatives, including a notable pilot at Takeda Canada that changed sales operations processes, secured significant investments for digital transformation at the Canadian Institute for Health Information and led mobile wallet initiatives with TD bank.
She is a Chartered Marketer, has a BA from York University and MBA from Queen’s University. She is also certified in AI for Business using Data Science Solutions (MIT), Digital Strategy (UBC), Digital Transformation (MIT) and Public Relations (Ryerson University).
Stefany Singh is actively involved in several professional organizations, including the Institute of Corporate Directors, Canadian Marketing Association, Scala Women’s Network, Women’s Executive Network, Canadian Internet Marketing Association, and Women in Technology. Stefany is also a mentor and advisor for the Master of Digital Product Management program at Queen’s University.
A MedicAlert subscriber for more than 40 years, Leslie became President & CEO in May 2020 with a focus to protect more Canadians, increase MedicAlert’s charitable impact, and build on a solid foundation of partnerships with Canada’s first responder community.
A passionate health care champion, Leslie has spent more than 30 years in the health sector primarily focused on advocacy, fundraising and innovation – a mix of experience that ensures MedicAlert continues to evolve to meet the needs of its subscribers while remaining true to its core mission.
Leslie joined MedicAlert as SVP, Growth & Strategy in 2019 coming from one of Canada’s best-known digital technology agencies. She has also held senior executive positions within an Ontario Crown Corporation, one of the world’s best-known public relations firms, and two of Canada’s globally-recognized academic health sciences centres. Leslie’s consulting clients have included several iconic Canadian and global brands including Loblaw, SickKids, the Canadian Cancer Society, the University of Toronto, Pfizer, and Eli Lilly.
A journalist by training, Leslie holds a Master of Journalism from Western University (UWO) and is the recipient of several awards for her work in the field of advertising and marketing. She is also strongly connected to the community having sat on various boards and board committees for Gilda's Toronto, Meals on Wheels, the Make-a-Wish Foundation, the Thames Valley Children’s Centre and the Ontario Education Collaborative Marketplace.
Committee Chairs and Directors
Barry Burk is a senior leader in the digital health industry with a proven track record in corporate development, strategic partnerships, and digital innovation. Currently Barry provides strategic advisory services to organizations focused on connected care, digital transformation and patient empowerment. Previously, Barry was Executive Vice President at Canada Health Infoway, where he led the Virtual Care and Digital Health Interoperability Division and spearheaded several key initiatives, including the pan-Canadian interoperability strategy and the digital health response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior to that he held senior leadership roles at TELUS Health and IBM Canada, where he worked with clients to support the transformation of health care in Canada. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from the University of Manitoba, has served on industry boards and is involved with several charities.
Madeline Ferguson, MBA is currently a Senior Manager at TELUS for their SmartHome Security portfolio, focusing on strategic planning and pricing for its national subscriber base. Prior to joining TELUS, Madeline held a number of senior positions across industries at companies like Corus Entertainment and Intouch CX. Her career to date has been focused on driving strategic growth and improving financial outcomes. She has an extensive background in financial governance & analysis, international business development & sales, business planning, and product development.
Madeline holds an HBA and MBA from the Ivey Business School at Western University. In addition, she serves as Corporate Director and Treasurer for the CWB Stewardship Foundation where she helped raise money to preserve forest areas in Ontario.
Laurae Kloschinsky, BSP, RPh, BCGP, is an experienced senior healthcare executive focused on optimizing care services and quality improvement while leading overall organizational success. Currently the Assistant Deputy Minister of Mental Health and Addictions, Department of Health & Wellness, Government of Prince Edward Island, Laurae has extensive experience in digital health, innovation, health workforce, project and change management, and mental health and addictions.
Born and raised in Saskatchewan, Laurae holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Saskatchewan and is a Board-Certified Geriatric Pharmacist. Laurae has worked in various healthcare settings across Canada.
Danny Lew is Legal Counsel at global gaming giant Electronic Arts. Danny has specific expertise in employment law, human rights, privacy, general commercial law, and compliance. He is a member of the Barreau du Québec. He holds a B.Sc. in Microbiology and Immunology from McGill University, and a LL.L (Civil Law) and a LL.B (Common Law) from the University of Ottawa.
Danny is also the Chair of the board of Montréal Danse, a not-for-profit contemporary dance company based in Montreal.
Edward Odumodu is Vice-President and Principal of Brighton Pharmacy Group in Woodstock, Ontario. He is an accomplished pharmacist and entrepreneur with a breadth of experience in retail pharmacy, benefits administration, and the pharmaceutical sector.
A pioneering thinker and strategist, Edward has been at the forefront of business and governance innovation, in both Canada and the United States. He holds an MBA from Duke University, a Bachelor of Science, Pharmacy from the University of Toronto, and a Bachelor of Arts, Economics from McGill University.
Scott D. Ramey, BHSc, MScHQ, CCP, is a seasoned leader in emergency services, healthcare, and public administration. As Assistant Chief of Research & Accreditation at Halifax Regional Fire & Emergency, he oversees research, development, accreditation, and strategic planning. Scott's background includes clinical practice as a Critical Care Paramedic and various senior leadership roles.
Known for navigating complex systems through organizational transformation, Scott has successfully implemented innovative programs and integrated new technology into high-reliability organizations. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Systems Design Engineering, Human Factors & Ergonomics at the University of Waterloo. Scott holds a Master of Science in Healthcare Quality from Queen's University, a Bachelor of Applied Health Sciences in Paramedicine, and numerous certifications in healthcare, emergency services, and public administration.
A dedicated leader, Scott has served on various boards and received prestigious awards, including the King's Coronation Medal, Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Meritorious Service Medal, and the Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal.
As Executive Vice President, Head of GreenShield Administration, Mark Rolnick is focused on bringing GreenShield’s Payer Provider model to life. He has responsibility for multiple lines of business including outsourced benefits administration, pharmacy benefits management, specialty pharmacy and third-party administration for small business. Prior to joining GreenShield, Mark led the build out and managed Shoppers Drug Mart’s B2B Health Division for 4 years, led Sun Life’s Group Benefits Product Team for several years and spent over 10 years in expanding roles in the pharmaceutical industry, at AstraZeneca. Mark is highly skilled at identifying emerging clinical and business challenges and turning them into opportunities to develop unique solutions that promote the health and well-being of Canadians. A pharmacist by training with Master’s degrees in Health Economics and Business Administration, Mark and his family live in Thornhill, Ontario. When not working, Mark enjoys playing ice hockey, golfing and reading about business news.
Stephen Turner, MBA, MPA, A-EMCA is an experienced leader in public and emergency services with a strong background in healthcare and municipal governance. Currently, he is the Manager and Chief of Lambton County Emergency Medical Services, where he leads a team of 160 paramedics and spearheads initiatives to improve service delivery, including interdisciplinary programs addressing mental health and addiction. He previously served as Director of Environmental Health & Infectious Diseases at the Middlesex-London Health Unit, where he co-led the region’s COVID-19 vaccine response and managed a $13M budget. Stephen has a long history in emergency services, including roles as search and rescue with the Canadian Coast guard, a tactical paramedic with the Ontario Provincial Police and an advanced care paramedic. He also served two terms as a City Councillor in London, Ontario, where he oversaw a $1 billion municipal budget and chaired the Planning and Environment Committee. Stephen holds an MBA from the Rotman School of Management, a Master of Public Administration from the University of Western Ontario, and has served on several key boards, including the Middlesex-London Paramedic Services Authority Board and London Police Services Board.
With her extensive business background, Victoria Withers brings years of board governance experience to MedicAlert Foundation Canada. A senior executive at IBM Canada for 30 years, Victoria held the position of General Manager, Western Canada, and upon retirement formed VLW Solutions. At VLW Solutions, she provides consulting services to assist organizations in the development and implementation of technology solutions.
Victoria is currently a Director of the Pacific Pilotage Authority and BlueShore Financial and has served on the boards of Vancouver Coastal Health, the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation, Canadian Internet Registration Authority, QHR Technologies, Vancouver Board of Trade, and the Telus World of Science.
