Michael Roberts, MBA, Icd.D
About Michael Roberts, MBA, Icd.D
Michael Roberts, MBA, ICD.D, serves as the Vice President of People & Services at Tolko Industries, where he has worked since 2022. He has over 25 years of experience in corporate services and has held various leadership roles in both private and public sectors.
Work at Tolko
Michael Roberts serves as the Vice President of People & Services at Tolko Industries, a role he has held since 2022. Located in Vernon, British Columbia, he is responsible for developing human resources strategies that align with the company's corporate strategic plan. His leadership encompasses various areas, including Safety & Health, Environment & Sustainability, Human Resources, Labour Relations, and more. As a member of the executive team, he participates in corporate strategic planning and oversees head office administration functions.
Education and Expertise
Michael Roberts has an extensive educational background. He earned a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Memorial University of Newfoundland, completing his studies from 1996 to 1998. He also holds a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) in Human Resources Development from the same university, studied from 1991 to 1996. Furthering his education, he completed an Industrial Relations Certificate at Queen's University in 2010 and participated in the Leadership Development Program at Ivey Business School in 2011. Additionally, he achieved the Institute of Corporate Directors designation from the University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management in 2018.
Background
Michael Roberts has over 25 years of experience in corporate services, spanning both private and public sectors. His career includes significant roles such as Executive Vice-President of Corporate Services and Chief Human Resources Officer at Nalcor Energy, and Director of Operations for North America at Convergys. His diverse experience encompasses operations and corporate services, with a focus on Human Resources, Labour Relations, Corporate Communications, Information Technology, and Health & Safety.
Achievements
Throughout his career, Michael Roberts has led various corporate functions, including Human Resources & Labour Relations, Corporate Communications & Shareholder Relations, and Environment & Sustainability. He advocates for the alignment of strategic goals between the company and its individual team members. His involvement in corporate strategic planning as part of the executive team at Tolko Industries highlights his commitment to organizational effectiveness and employee engagement.