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1st Term: September 1, 2020 – August 31, 2024

2nd Term: September 1, 2024 – August 31, 2028

Craig joined Algoma University in 2019 and brings over 20 years of pertinent professional experience to this role. He joined Algoma University from Laurentian University where he was in several key executive roles focussed on administration, operations, community engagement, research partnerships, innovation and economic development. Before joining Laurentian, Craig spent over 12 years with the Ontario government. During his career as a public servant, he held a series of progressively senior leadership positions in various ministries, including Finance, Economic Development, Research, and Innovation. Craig has a Master’s degree in Local Economic Development and a Bachelor’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning, both from the University of Waterloo. He has also completed Executive programs at the Harvard Kennedy School of Government and Ivey School of Business.

In the role of Vice President Growth, Innovation and External Relations, Craig is a member of the University’s Senior Executive Team. Craig is responsible for the University’s overall growth, innovation and external profile by providing leadership and direction in strategic enrollment management, recruitment, advancement, alumni affairs, innovation, strategic partnerships, government relations, public affairs, university communications and marketing strategies. The position also includes oversight of the Brampton campus operations and development.