Maria Reit
About Maria Reit
Maria Reit serves as the Senior Vice President of Legal Affairs and Corporate Secretary at VOSKER, a position she has held since 2023. She has extensive experience in legal affairs, having previously worked at Gildan and Borden Ladner Gervais LLP.
Current Role at Vosker
Maria Reit serves as the Senior Vice President of Legal Affairs and Corporate Secretary at Vosker. She has held this position since 2023, contributing her extensive legal expertise to the organization. In this role, she oversees legal compliance and corporate governance, ensuring that the company adheres to all regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience at Gildan
Maria Reit worked at Gildan in various legal capacities from 2011 to 2021. She initially served as Legal Counsel for Branded Apparel and Marketing, before advancing to Director of Legal Affairs for the Branded Apparel Division and Global Marketing. Her tenure at Gildan culminated in her role as Director of Legal Affairs and Compliance from 2019 to 2021.
Legal Career Background
Maria Reit's legal career began at Gowling WLG Montréal, where she worked as an Attorney and Articling Student from 2002 to 2004. She then served as Legal Counsel at BDC for nearly a year before joining Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG) as an Attorney from 2005 to 2007. This diverse experience laid the foundation for her subsequent roles in corporate legal affairs.
Education and Qualifications
Maria Reit studied at Université de Montréal, where she earned a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from 1999 to 2002. Prior to that, she attended Collège Jean-de-Brébeuf, achieving a D.E.C. in Administration from 1997 to 1999. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her legal expertise in corporate governance and compliance.
Professional Development
Throughout her career, Maria Reit has developed a robust skill set in legal affairs, compliance, and corporate governance. Her roles have included significant responsibilities in managing legal risks and ensuring adherence to regulatory frameworks, particularly in the apparel and marketing sectors.