Governance

Board of Directors

The Rosseau Lake College Board is an exceptional group of volunteers who provide leadership and assistance to the school by supplying sound strategic planning, direction, and support to help RLC achieve its mission. The board is tasked with making policy, holding the school in trust, and monitoring long-range financial activity.

The board acts at "arm’s length" from the administration of the school, understanding the responsibility of the day-to-day function of the school rests with the Head of School. They generously give the gift of time and provide their unique expertise and resources to support the school.

Board members at Rosseau Lake College are nominated by either a Nominating Committee or the Executive Committee and then elected by members of the board. Generally speaking, board members have backgrounds in finance, contracting, law, risk management, and fundraising.

Scott Hayter, Chair is a graduate of the Royal Military College and has held advancement roles at independent schools in Canada and the UK. He has also served as Vice President at Wilfrid Laurier University.

Danielle Holmes ’89, Vice Chair, graduated from RLC as Class Valedictorian in ‘89. She is a graduate of the Ryerson School of Business, and has held a wide range of leadership positions, including Councillor for Ward 1 in Ajax, Ontario, Danielle is CEO of Micom Network Services 

Christina Khoury, Director, is a graduate of the University of Toronto and the University of Windsor as a Doctor of Law, Christina brings a wide range of personal and professional experience, from governance and policy to aviation and sports law.

Blair Sharpe, Director, is a former RLC teacher, Athletic Director, and Dean of Residences. He brings 29 years of experience as an instructor in independent schooling.

Dan Snider, Director, brings extensive experience in operations, supply chain, and finance, as well as a passion for leading strategic initiatives.

Tim Withey, Director, is a graduate of Trent University with a degree in Environmental Studies and Business Administration, brings a long-standing participation in municipal politics and extensive business experience. Tim is founder and president of Withey Insurance Brokers Ltd. in Huntsville.

Olivia Franks ‘15, Director, is a graduate of RLC and Queen’s University. She is a researcher at Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres (OFIFC).

Lawrence Lam, Director, brings 20 years of team leadership and management experience in multiple IT areas including project management and security within the financial sector. 

Saskia Schenck, Director, is a past RLC parent and brings extensive experience in management and strategic brand positioning within the automotive industry.