Elaine Walton
About Elaine Walton
Elaine Walton: Associate Director, Contracts & Legal Affairs
Elaine Walton currently serves as the Associate Director of Contracts & Legal Affairs. In this role, she brings extensive expertise in overseeing and managing various types of agreements, ranging from research and commercial contracts to pharmaceutical clinical trials and procurement contracts. Her responsibilities involve ensuring the efficient management and compliance of contracts within the organization.
Elaine Walton's Education and Expertise
Elaine Walton holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biology and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Technology from Simon Fraser University. Her strong educational background, coupled with her extensive experience in contract management, provides a solid foundation for her role in contracts and legal affairs. Her expertise uniquely blends scientific knowledge with business acumen, which is crucial in handling complex contractual agreements.
Elaine Walton's Background in Contract Management
Elaine Walton has amassed over 15 years of experience in contract management. Her career spans both the commercial and government sectors, where she has developed a comprehensive understanding of the intricate aspects of contract oversight. This experience allows her to effectively manage various types of agreements and ensure that all contractual obligations are met.
Elaine Walton's Previous Roles
Before her current role, Elaine Walton held senior positions at the BC Cancer Agency, Seaspan Shipyards, MDA/Maxar, and Simon Fraser University. In these roles, she was responsible for overseeing and managing research and commercial contracts, pharmaceutical clinical trials agreements, and procurement contracts with the Canadian and US Governments. This diverse experience across multiple organizations has equipped her with a versatile skill set in contract and legal affairs.