Carla Smith
About Carla Smith
Carla Smith serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief People, Strategy, and Climate Officer at Intact, where she has over 20 years of experience in various senior leadership roles. She holds multiple degrees and certificates, including an MBA from Queen's University and a Master of Laws from the University of Toronto.
Current Role at Intact Financial Corporation
Carla Smith serves as the Executive Vice President, Chief People, Strategy, and Climate Officer at Intact Financial Corporation. She has held this position since 2021, focusing on integrating climate change considerations into the company's business strategy. Her role involves identifying opportunities to assist customers and society in adapting to climate-related challenges.
Previous Positions at Intact Financial Corporation
Carla Smith has over 20 years of experience at Intact Financial Corporation, where she has held various senior leadership roles. She served as Senior Vice President of Corporate Development from 2017 to 2020, overseeing acquisitions and integrations. Prior to that, she was the Senior Vice President of Specialty Solutions, Canada, from 2020 to 2021, and held multiple positions including Regional Vice President for both Ontario and British Columbia, and Deputy Senior Vice President for Claims and Direct Operations.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Carla Smith has an extensive educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance from Simon Fraser University. She also holds a Master of Laws (LL.M.) from the University of Toronto, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Queen's University, and a Certificate in Building Business in Emerging Markets from Harvard Business School. Additionally, she has completed various certifications, including an eMarketing Certificate from the Canadian Marketing Association and a Certificate in Project Management & Strategic Leadership from The University of British Columbia.
Board Membership and Community Involvement
In addition to her role at Intact, Carla Smith has been a Board Director at BGC Canada since 2023. Her involvement with the Canadian Cancer Society as an Orientation Facilitator from 2006 to 2009 highlights her commitment to community service and engagement.
Professional Development and Certifications
Carla Smith has pursued various professional development opportunities throughout her career. She holds a Chartered Insurance Professional (CIP) designation from the Insurance Institute of Canada. Her commitment to continuous learning is evident through her completion of multiple certificates, including those in Project Management & Strategic Leadership and eMarketing.