Tom Ganong, P.Eng.
About Tom Ganong, P.Eng.
Tom Ganong, P.Eng. is a Business Success Manager at J.D. Irving, Limited, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering and an MBA, and he has extensive experience in business analysis and engineering within the shipbuilding sector.
Work at J.D. Irving
Tom Ganong, P.Eng. has been employed at J.D. Irving, Limited since 2014, holding various positions that reflect his expertise in business analysis and management. He currently serves as the Business Success Manager, a role he has occupied since 2021 in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Business Analyst from 2019 to 2021 and as an Intermediate Business Analyst from 2017 to 2019. His career at J.D. Irving began as a Business Analyst from 2014 to 2017. Throughout his tenure, he has focused on enhancing business growth through the integration of information technology in shipbuilding projects.
Education and Expertise
Tom Ganong holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial Engineering from Dalhousie University, which he completed from 2011 to 2014. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Business Administration from Dalhousie University, studying from 2018 to 2023. Additionally, he earned a Diploma in Engineering from Saint Mary's University, where he studied from 2008 to 2011. His educational background equips him with a strong foundation in engineering principles and business management.
Background
Before his extensive career at J.D. Irving, Tom Ganong gained experience in various engineering roles. He worked as an Engineering Assistant at Compass Minerals in 2013 for three months and as a Lean Manufacturing intern at LED Roadway Lighting Ltd. in 2012 for three months. These positions contributed to his practical understanding of engineering processes and business operations.
Achievements in Shipbuilding Strategy
Tom Ganong has contributed to the National Shipbuilding Strategy, focusing on significant projects such as the Arctic and Offshore Patrol Ship and Canadian Surface Combatant programs. His involvement in these initiatives highlights his commitment to advancing shipbuilding capabilities in Canada and enhancing operational efficiencies through technology integration.