We Cannect.

Cannector is an executive and board search platform, powered by the Council of Canadian Innovators — designed to connect Canada’s fastest-growing companies with top-tier leaders from the innovation economy.

Over 1,200 leaders and innovators connected through CCI’s education programs and national network.

Cannector Community

The Cannector Community
isn’t just a list — it’s a curated network of Canada's most forward-thinking and accomplished leaders. These are the innovators, decision-makers, and changemakers driving the next era of growth across industries.

Our network includes:

  • Over 1,200 graduates of the Innovation Governance Program (iGP)

  • Alumni of CCI’s AI, cybersecurity, and Chief of Staff programs

  • Executives from CCI member companies

  • Referred leaders from trusted partners

Community Spotlight

  • Thealzel Lee

    Board Director
    E-Fund

  • Mike McGinty

    Chief Executive Officer
    TerraSense Analytics

  • Susy Martins

    CEO, Founder, Chief People
    Advise2Rise

  • Mike Etuhoko

    Board Chair
    TEC Canada

  • Karen McClure

    Chief Investment Officer
    DIGITAL Supercluster

  • Donna Wong

    Managing Director
    On Point Advisors Inc.

  • Neil Desai

    Chair
    Solace Power / ClearRisk

  • Denise Achonu

    Chief Financial Officer
    Verve Senior Living

The Cannector platform bridges the gap between talented professionals seeking leadership opportunities and companies ready to grow with strong boards and executive teams.

Whether you're a startup seeking strategic guidance or a scale-up looking for new leadership, we help connect you to qualified, committed and innovation focused leaders.

Our network includes executives, board directors, founders, and innovators from across Canada. Every individual in our database is connected through CCI’s education programs and community values.

The Council of Canadian Innovators (CCI) is a member-based organization reshaping how governments across Canada think about innovation policy, and supporting homegrown scale-ups to drive prosperity.

Education-Backed Talent


Every candidate has completed governance training through CCI’s Innovation Governance Program.

Connected to Canada’s Innovation Ecosystem


Our leaders are active across startups, accelerators, research institutions, and corporate innovation.

Advisors You Can Grow With


Many members of the Cannector community continue as long-term advisors, mentors, and champions for the companies they serve.

Meet the Team

  • Patrick Searle

    Vice President, Corporate Affairs

  • Gabriella Boulos

    Director of Programs and Events

  • Sara Psenicka-Baker

    Director of Member Success

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