Canada’s Most Powerful CEOS Awards

Recognizing Canadian Female CEOS who are the compelling force behind their organizations

JOYCE CARTER FCPA, FCA, ICD.D President & CEO, HALIFAX INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AUTHORITY

BIO: Joyce Carter is President & CEO, Halifax International Airport Authority, which leads Halifax Stanfield International Airport. She holds Fellow Chartered Professional Accountant and Institute of Corporate Directors designations. Joyce has been recognized with Atlantic Canada's Top 25 Most Powerful Women award and Top 50 CEO award and named Halifax Chamber of Commerce Business Leader of the Year. She is/was a board member of Airports Council International (North America and World), Canadian Airports Council (past Chair), and Atlantic Canada Airports Association.

ON LIVING LIKE A LEGEND: Beyond our organizational mandate, I'm focused on supporting our people and communities. People matter, so everything we do is about putting people front and centre, being there for them and making sure our airport feels welcoming, inviting, and safe for everyone.

POWER SONG: Man! I Feel Like A Woman, Shania Twain

MEGHAN ROACH MBA, FCPA, FCA President & CEO, ROOTS CORPORATION

BIO: Meghan Roach is leading a heritage brand into the future with her focus on sustainability, global expansion and community engagement. Prior to joining Roots, Ms. Roach was a Managing Director at Searchlight Capital Partners and on the private equity investment team at OTPP. She has held numerous board roles, including Roots (2005 to 2007, 2020 to present) and M&M Food Market (2014 to 2022). Ms. Roach also acts as Vice-chair of the Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Foundation.

MOST IMPORTANT CAREER LESSON: The unwavering commitment to staying true to my values and not allowing others' expectations or perceptions to define me.

ON BEING POWERFUL: Genuine power is not measured by authority alone, but by the profound impact one has on the lives of others and the world at large.

POWER SONG: You Gotta Be, Des'ree

CATHY SIMPSON

CEO, TECHIMPACT; Board Chair, NEW BRUNSWICK INNOVATION FOUNDATION

BIO: Cathy is an IT leader who is dedicated to building the Atlantic Canadian region's tech capacity. Cathy is the CEO of Techimpact, an organization focused on building a growing economy by using technology to unlock its potential. She is the Chair of the NB Innovation Foundation, a not-for-profit that invests in growth-oriented companies and applied research. Her vision, passion, energy and capability define her work. She exemplifies how, when we lean into our strengths and act, we have an impact.

MOST IMPORTANT CAREER LESSON: Surround yourself with great people who will guide you, mentor you, be honest with you, and be your champion.

ON LIVING LIKE A LEGEND: Be brave by being yourself and mastering your craft. Be yourself and portray your authenticity while always learning in the work that you do and the relationships that you create will lead you to having an incredible impact.