Meet Our Instructors

Our team of amazing industry leaders have decades of experience as both C-Suite leaders and Directors/Chairs. They will combine theory with practical experience.

They are all high-energy, passionate leaders. Expect to be challenged, engaged and have some fun along the way!

Darren Rawson, P.Eng., ICD.D, GCB.D

Darren is a former executive with 17 years experience as CEO of mid-sized companies. His 35+ year career has spanned a variety of industries including upstream/downstream oil & gas, industrial chemicals, specialty metals, manufacturing, distribution, and construction along with 25 years international business experience.

He is an active Director and Chair currently serving on 5 private company boards.

Darren is an active instructor and examiner in the Directors Education Program (DEP) offered by the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD).  He is the past chair of the ICD Edmonton chapter executive.

Mary Cameron, ICD.D

Mary is a former CEO and executive with experience in real estate, insurance, IT, and utilities. She was also a former Deputy Minister in two provinces.

Mary is a full-time Director and Chair and has made a long-term commitment to Habitat for Humanity currently serving as Chair of Habitat for Humanity International.

Mary is an active instructor and examiner in the Directors Education Program (DEP) offered by the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD). She is a former member of the chapter executive for ICD in Edmonton.

Jacquelyn Colville, CPA(CA), ICD.D

Jackie is CFO at Midnight Sun Financial, a specialty financial services firm active in private investments, foreign exchange trading and innovative securities and derivatives.

Jackie has extensive experience in financial management, business leadership and directing strategy. Her prior leadership experiences include CFO of Alberta Investment Management Corporation (AIMCo) and of Champion Petfoods.

Jackie gives back to her community through her involvement with several not-for-profit boards and is active on private boards through Midnight Sun.