Sharon Ranson, Fcpa, Fca, MBA, Icd.D
About Sharon Ranson, Fcpa, Fca, MBA, Icd.D
Sharon Ranson is a seasoned director with extensive experience in investment and corporate governance, currently serving at IBI Group and Fire & Flower. She has held various leadership roles across multiple organizations, including the Government of Ontario and Dorel Industries, and has a strong academic background in finance and management.
Work at Sprott
Sharon Ranson has served as a Director at Sprott since 2014. In this role, she provides strategic oversight and guidance, leveraging her extensive experience in corporate governance and risk management. Her tenure at Sprott spans over a decade, during which she has contributed to the organization's growth and strategic direction.
Current Positions
Sharon Ranson holds multiple current positions including Director at IBI Group since 2021, Director at Fire & Flower since 2019, and Director at Dorel Industries since 2019. Additionally, she serves as Vice Chair of the Toronto Investment Board since 2017. These roles reflect her expertise in investment and governance across various sectors.
Education and Expertise
Sharon Ranson has a strong educational background, including an MBA with Distinction from Schulich School of Business at York University and a B Comm. with Honours from Smith School of Business at Queen's University. She also completed the Director's Education Program at the University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management, earning the ICD.D designation. Her education underpins her expertise in finance, governance, and strategic oversight.
Previous Experience
Sharon Ranson has held various significant roles throughout her career. She was Vice President and Managing Director at RBC Capital Markets and BMO Nesbitt Burns, where she led teams in institutional equity sales. Additionally, she served on the Board of Governors and Audit Committee at CI Investments Inc. and was a Founding Director at Borrowell. Her diverse experience spans both corporate and not-for-profit sectors.
Leadership and Governance Roles
Sharon Ranson has extensive experience in leadership and governance roles. She chairs the Nominating Committee for the Public Sector Pension Investment Board and has chaired audit, governance, risk, and HR and compensation committees across various organizations. Her ability to provide strategic oversight is informed by her comprehensive board committee experiences.