Jennifer Camelon Explained

Jennifer Camelon
Office:Master of the Royal Canadian Mint
Term Start:July 2, 2018
Term End:January 21, 2019
Minister:Bill Morneau
Predecessor:Sandra Hanington
Successor:Marie Lemay
Nationality:Canadian
Alma Mater:

Jennifer Camelon is the former interim master (president and CEO) of the Royal Canadian Mint, and currently serves as its chief financial officer and senior vice president of finance and administration. She held the position from July 2, 2018, following the resignation of Sandra Hanington,[1] until the appointment of Marie Lemay to the role on January 21, 2019.[2] She was the fifth woman to serve in this capacity, following Ruth Hubbard, Danielle Wetherup, Marguerite Nadeau and Hanington.

Education

Camelon obtained a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario. In addition, she is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) (CA). [3]

Career

Prior to her appointment as Master of the Mint, she served as the firm's chief financial officer and vice-president of finance and administration, appointed to the role in January 2015.[4] Before joining the firm, Camelon was the chief financial officer for QNX Software Systems, a subsidiary of the BlackBerry enterprise.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: CEO of Royal Canadian Mint to resign in July after just three years on the job . City News . 8 July 2018.
  2. Web site: Minister Morneau Announces Appointment of Master of the Royal Canadian Mint The Royal Canadian Mint. www.mint.ca. 2019-07-10.
  3. News: Jennifer Camelon, CA, CPA. n.d.. 4-Traders.com. 2018-07-18. en-US.
  4. Web site: Board Members: Meet the People Who Lead Today's Mint . Royal Canadian Mint . 9 July 2018.