Jean Nelson
About Jean Nelson
Jean Nelson serves as the Executive Vice President of Legal and Governance and Chief Privacy Officer at CMAH 2018, a Canadian Medical Association Company, where he has worked since 2020. He holds multiple law degrees from McGill University and has previously held leadership roles in legal governance and privacy at the Canadian Bar Association and CMAH.
Current Role at CMAH 2018
Jean Nelson serves as the Executive Vice President, Legal and Governance, and Chief Privacy Officer (CPO) at CMAH 2018, a Canadian Medical Association Company. In this role, which began in 2020, Nelson oversees legal compliance and governance matters, ensuring that the organization adheres to relevant laws and regulations. This position builds on her previous experience within the same organization, where she held the role of Vice President, Legal, Governance and Meeting Services from 2015 to 2020.
Previous Experience at Canadian Bar Association
Prior to her current role, Jean Nelson was involved with the Canadian Bar Association as the Chair of the Privacy and Access Section from 2010 to 2011. During her tenure, she contributed to discussions and initiatives related to privacy law and access to information, helping to shape policies and practices in these areas.
Educational Background in Law
Jean Nelson studied at McGill University, where she earned her Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) and Bachelor of Civil Law. Her legal education provided a strong foundation for her career in legal and governance roles. Additionally, she completed her Bachelor of Common Law (LL.B.) at McGill University from 1991 to 1995, further enhancing her legal expertise.
Corporate Governance Education
In pursuit of further professional development, Jean Nelson attended the Institute of Corporate Directors, where she achieved the designation of ICD.D from 2020 to 2021. This program focused on corporate governance, equipping her with advanced knowledge and skills applicable to her leadership roles in legal and governance.