Mr. Walsh has over forty years of experience as an entrepreneur in the technology field. Mr. Walsh is the founder of Bevertec CST Inc., a company specializing in both IT professional services and banking software solutions. Mr. Walsh has extensive global experience in both selling and building technology solutions. Mr. Walsh’s company, Bevertec, has a global infrastructure of technology implementations, particularly in banking solutions, in over 50 countries. He has a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science.

Ms. Hrudka’s experience in the pharmaceutical industry brings highly specialized expertise and business relationships to the Board of SEB. She has spent 30+ years in the pharmaceutical industry in Canada. Ms. Hrudka has an extensive understanding of retail pharmacy; a byproduct of having ownership of both pharmaceutical chain and independent pharmacies. Ms. Hrudka has also been involved in many other entrepreneurial endeavors, including software development and the roll-out of new-to-market pharmaceutical products. As a front-line user, Ms. Hrudka has an in-depth knowledge of most major benefit plans. She has played a significant role in the expansion of prescriptive authority for Saskatchewan pharmacists and continues to advocate for the further expansion of such authority, which she sees as key to ensuring the delivery of quality health services to the people of Saskatchewan, particularly rural Saskatchewan.

VP Finance, Life Operations, The Co-operators Group Limited

Since joining The Co-operators in 2009, Dave has held increasingly senior leadership roles within the finance area for the group of companies. Currently, Dave is the VP Finance, Life Operations. In this role he is responsible to oversee the delivery of key financial information and plans to the management team, their business units, the Board of Directors, and the Audit Committee. He plays a critical role in the setting of the Life company’s strategic direction and delivery. Prior to this role, Dave was the VP, Financial Accounting Services where he was responsible for setting the strategic direction and ensuring operational success of The Co-operators shared service financial functions. Over his tenure with The Co-operators he has had a focus on strategy, execution, financial reporting, operational accounting and financial systems. He has made significant strides in reducing operational expenses and increasing team engagement.

Prior to joining Co-operators he worked in the auditing of manufacturing and not-for-profit sectors for PricewaterhouseCoopers.

Dave sits on the Boards of Smart Employee Benefits, The Edge Benefits, AZGA Services Canada and Technicost. He is also a member of the Board of Directors for Guelph General Hospital.

Dave holds an Honours Bachelor of Commerce degree with distinction from McMaster University as well as a CPA, CA designation from the Institute of Chartered Professional Accountants.

Mr. McKimm has over 35 years of experience providing operations and financial expertise to public and private companies. His experience covers many sectors, including financial services and technology sectors. Mr. McKimm has extensive investment banking and corporate finance expertise, specializing in several areas, including emerging and growth companies, providing specialty services in SR&ED claims, strategic and financial restructurings, mergers and acquisitions, and arranging financing. Mr. McKimm has served as a director and officer of many public and private companies, and has had extensive experience with board committees as both a Committee Member and Chair. Most recently, Mr. McKimm was Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Brainhunter Inc., a company listed on TSX.

Kathleen joined The Co-operators in late 2017 as SVP, Group General Counsel and Associate Secretary. Kathleen is accountable for the provision of all legal, compliance and records and information management services across the group of companies. Prior to joining The Co-operators, Kathleen was the Senior Vice-President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary for Zurich Insurance Company Ltd. As lead advisor to the board and executive committee for multiple legal entities, Kathleen was accountable for all legal, regulatory, and compliance issues within Canada. Prior to joining Zurich, Kathleen served as General Counsel and Corporate Secretary for AIG Insurance Company of Canada. Her insurance industry background also includes time spent with Kingsway Financial, Chubb Insurance, and RBC Insurance. Kathleen's experience also includes years in private practice where she focused on complex commercial litigation. Kathleen has sat on the board of directors of numerous companies in Canada and the United States.

Kathleen is a strong communicator and business leader with a proven record of building respectful relationships with insurance and securities regulators across North America.

Kathleen obtained an Honours Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Guelph and she was called to the Ontario Bar in February 1998. She obtained her law degree (LL. B) from Queens University, School of Law.

On a personal note, some of Kathleen's passions include baking, cooking, sports, family and youth mental health matters. Kathleen is married to Warren Nicholson and has two sons and two golden retreivers.

Michael Pesner, CPA, CA, has been President of Hermitage Canada Finance Inc. since 2002. Prior to that, Mr. Pesner was a Partner, Financial Advisory Services, of KPMG and its predecessor firms, for over 25 years, specializing in financial advisory services, including finance, mergers & acquisitions, divestitures and restructuring. Mr. Pesner served on the Board of Directors of KPMG, was appointed Chairman of Thorne Ernst and Whinney Inc., and National Executive Corporate Recovery Partner and member of the Executive of KPMG predecessor firm, Thorne, Ernst & Whinney.

Mr. Pesner is also currently serving as a Board member of Le Chateau Inc., Richmont Mines Inc. and Wi2Wi Corporation. Mr. Pesner is a CPA, CA and holds a B. Commerce from McGill University and a B. Arts degree from Concordia University.

Ms. Elliott is both an LLB and a seasoned business woman, with extensive experience in the development of Canada-China business and investment strategies. Fluent in Mandarin, she has built significant relationships in China over the past twenty years, advising clients on corporate and immigration matters. Ms. Elliott is well-respected in her field, and has become a conduit for responsible Chinese investment in technology, real estate and resources, both in Canada and around the world. In addition to her legal practice, she has experience as both a shareholder and director of several companies, including private equity, mortgage brokerage, consulting and advisory companies. Ms. Elliott has also dedicated her time to volunteer work, particularly assisting new immigrants, and is a member of several community-based organizations.

Philip Armstrong has spent 45+ years in the financial service industry, starting his career with Lloyds Bank in the UK. Philip emigrated to Canada in 1975 and worked as a senior ‎executive for two Canadian Trust companies. In 1987 he became an original investor, partner, CEO and member of the Board of Altamira Investment Services Inc. Altamira grew from a small mutual fund company, managing $50M in fund assets to manage approximately $15B in assets. Altamira had over $100M of revenue and was sold to the National Bank in 2000.

In 2002, Mr. Armstrong was a founder, CEO and board member of Jovian Capital Corporation, a public company, whose mandate was to acquire, create and grow companies in the asset and wealth management sectors. The company grew to over $100M of revenue. ‎Jovian was sold to IA Insurance Company. He was also a director for 5 years of DGM Bank (Barbados), a bank that managed approximately $800M in client assets.

Currently Mr. Armstrong serves on the boards of Torrent Capital, Maret Resources and Smart Employee Benefits - all public companies. He is also the Chair of the Richardson GMP Family Office Oversight Commitee. He is an investor in a number of private companies.

Mr. Armstrong has served as Chairman of the Investment Funds Institute of Canada, and Chairman of the Mutual Fund Dealer's Association, an SRO. In addition he served on the board of the Ireland Fund of Canada and as a past director of the Canadian Opera Company. In 2015, Mr. Armstrong was awarded the Morningstar Career Achievement Award. He holds a Bachelor of Arts (Law) Hons. from the School of Law at Manchester Polytechnic.

Mr. Peacock is a seasoned financial executive who has held several senior positions in domestic and international organizations, including RBC, Lancaster Financial, Citibank, Levesque Beaubien, Shroders and HSBC. In 2002, he founded Mustang Capital Partners, a Calgary based limited market dealer, specializing in mergers and acquisitions. Mr. Peacock was also a director of Avery Resources Inc. when it was a TSX-V listed company. Mr. Peacock is currently the President of Bearspaw Capital Corp., a private investment firm.