Joan Fisk
Cambridge,ON
Summary
Proven leader with significant expertise in operational management and community engagement. Successfully led projects that improved organizational efficiency and advanced equity initiatives. Committed to fostering collaboration and building strategic partnerships to enhance community programs.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Board of Directors Member
College of Physician and Surgeons of Ontario
Toronto, Ontario
09.2017 - Current
- Chair of the General Panel, Inquiries, and Complaints Committee.
- Member of Executive Committee
CEO
United Way Waterloo Region
Kitchener, Ontario
08.2017 - Current
- Lead the amalgamation of United Way Kitchener-Waterloo and Area with United Way Cambridge North Dumfries, Focused the organization on fundraising, community outreach, operational efficiency and fostered a culture of equity and inclusion.
Chair of Gordon S. Lang School of Business
University of Guelph
Guelph, Ontario
03.2014 - 03.2025
- Led the Advisory Council for 3 consecutive Deans of the Business School
Board Member
Laurier
Waterloo, Ontario
09.2007 - 09.2017
- Member of the Lazaridis School of Business Advisory Committee
- Honorary Alumni Wilfred Laurier University
Board Director
Gore Mutual Insurance Company
Cambridge, Ontario
10.2000 - 06.2017
- Chair of the Human Resources and Compensation Committee, 2004-2006
- Chair of the Pension Committee 2006-2017.
- Member of the Audit and Finance Committee, 2007-2017.
Board Member
Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation
Cambridge, Ontario
01.2008 - 08.2011
CEO
Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce
Kitchener, Ontario
09.2008 - 08.2010
President/CEO
Tiger Brand Knitting Company
Cambridge, Ontario
01.1977 - 06.2006
- Director of Marketing Design and Sales 1977-1988
- President 1988-2006
Board of Directors Member
Conestoga College
Kitchener, Ontario
02.1998 - 08.2004
- Outstanding Governor Award
Chair
Waterloo Wellington Local Health Integration Network
Kitchener, Ontario
- Oversaw the funding of healthcare service in conjunction with the Ontario Ministry of Health Budgets, Engaged with Hospital Leadership and Boards and Community Members to advocate for resources and supports for local health initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Clothing And Textiles
University of Guelph
01-1976
Governance
Queens University Executive Education
Kingston, ONRotman School of Management Executive Education
Toronto, ONSkills
- Strategic planning and fundraising
- Operational management
- Community engagement and collaboration
- Financial oversight
- Team leadership
- Public speaking
Accomplishments
- Lifetime Achievement Award Oktoberfest Woman of the Year 2025
- Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal
- YWCA Woman of Distinction1
- 25th Confederation Medal
- Outstanding Business Leader Award Wilfred University, School of Business, 2005
Timeline
Board of Directors Member
College of Physician and Surgeons of Ontario
09.2017 - Current
CEO
United Way Waterloo Region
08.2017 - Current
Chair of Gordon S. Lang School of Business
University of Guelph
03.2014 - 03.2025
CEO
Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce
09.2008 - 08.2010
Board Member
Cambridge Memorial Hospital Foundation
01.2008 - 08.2011
Board Member
Laurier
09.2007 - 09.2017
Board Director
Gore Mutual Insurance Company
10.2000 - 06.2017
Board of Directors Member
Conestoga College
02.1998 - 08.2004
President/CEO
Tiger Brand Knitting Company
01.1977 - 06.2006
Chair
Waterloo Wellington Local Health Integration Network
Bachelor of Arts - Clothing And Textiles
University of Guelph
Governance
Queens University Executive Education
Rotman School of Management Executive Education
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