Emily Powers P.Eng., M.B.A., B.A.Sc.
About Emily Powers P.Eng., M.B.A., B.A.Sc.
Emily Powers, P.Eng., M.B.A., B.A.Sc., is the Group Vice President of Human Resources and Safety, Health, and Environment at Chemtrade in Toronto, Ontario. She has extensive experience in both private and public sectors, with a strong background in engineering and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) matters.
Current Title
Emily Powers holds the position of Group Vice President, Human Resources and Safety, Health and Environment at Chemtrade in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, she leads a team of 75 professionals and reports directly to the CEO. She is responsible for Chemtrade’s Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy, emphasizing sustainable growth.
Experience in Human Resources
Emily Powers has built a robust career in human resources, starting as a Human Resources Manager at Dupont's Kingston Site from 1999 to 2002. She progressed to roles such as Business Manager of Vexar® and Industrial Dartek® and eventually became the Business Director & Plant Manager in Sarnia, Ontario. She later served as Head of Human Resources at S.C. Johnson and Son, Limited from 2009 to 2016 and was Vice President Human Resources at Chemtrade from 2016 to 2019.
Engineering Background
Emily Powers' extensive engineering background began with roles at DuPont as a Design Engineer and Process Engineer. She then advanced to positions including Energy Management Leader and Site Development Leader. She holds a B.A.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo and the title of Professional Engineer (P.Eng.).
Educational Qualifications
Emily Powers has an impressive academic background. She earned a B.A.Sc. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Waterloo and later an M.B.A. from Queen's University. Her educational foundation has supported her multifaceted career in both human resources and engineering.
Past Experience in Operations Management
Before her tenure in human resources, Emily Powers accumulated diverse experience in operations management. She held various operational roles at DuPont, including First Line Supervisor and Business Manager of specialty products. She also served as Business Director & Plant Manager, demonstrating her versatility in leadership and operations.
Leadership in ESG Strategy
At Chemtrade, Emily Powers has developed and implemented the company's Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategy. Her expertise in ESG matters underscores her commitment to sustainable and ethical business practices.