Our Team
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Zaiyaan Esoof
General Manager, CCCA
Zaiyaan was appointed as the General Manager at Consider Canada City Alliance (CCCA) in September 2023. Mr. Esoof is a dynamic professional who earned his Bachelor's degree in Law and Political Science from Carleton University in 2022. His exceptional academic performance was recognized with the International Student Award of Excellence Scholarship. His honours paper also focused on the geopolitical significance of FDI in economic development.
With a diverse background, Zaiyaan has garnered valuable experience in both the private and public sectors. He has demonstrated his prowess in business development and has also made significant contributions while working with the federal government of Canada.
Zaiyaan's pursuit of knowledge and personal growth extends beyond his formal education. He has achieved certifications in Entrepreneurship from the prestigious Oxford University and in Public Leadership, a distinction bestowed upon him by Harvard University. These certifications showcase his commitment to honing his skills and staying at the forefront of the investment landscape.
Driven by his passion for making a positive impact, Zaiyaan combines his academic achievements, professional experience, and entrepreneurial spirit to tackle challenges with creativity and strategic thinking. His multifaceted background enables him to bring a fresh perspective and a well-rounded approach to FDI.
Jacquie Griffiths
Chair, CCCA
President, Invest Vancouver
Jacquie is President of Invest Vancouver, where she leads the regional economic development service for Metro Vancouver. She is dedicated to attracting strategic investment, fostering collaboration across the region, and driving the economic growth essential to long-term prosperity.
As a founding member of Invest Vancouver, Jacquie served as Executive Vice President before becoming President, transforming the organization from concept to reality. Under her leadership, Invest Vancouver has expanded its global profile, forged strategic partnerships in sectors such as technology, life sciences, and clean transportation, and played a pivotal role in securing major multinational investments for the region. Jacquie is passionate about promoting the region and its incredible talent to a global audience.
Jacquie holds a Bachelor of Commerce from UBC's Sauder School of Business and a Master of Arts, along with professional designations from the Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD.D) and the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR). With over 20 years of leadership experience spanning mining, banking, education, and local government, she has been recognized as one of Business in Vancouver's “40 Under Forty." She currently serves as the vice-chair for CPHR BC & Yukon, as well as the chair of the Consider Canada City Alliance. Jacquie is also a member of the World Trade Center Advisory Committee through the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade.
Meet Our Board Members
Stéphane Paquet
President and CEO
Montréal International
Brad Parry
President and CEO
Calgary Economic Development
Larry MacKinnon
Director, Business Development
London EDC
Tony LaMantia
President amd CEO
Waterloo EDC
Stephen Lund
CEO
Toronto Global
Jens-Michael Schaal
VP, Global Expansion
Invest Ottawa
Caroline Chui
Economic Investment Services Manager
Invest Surrey
Carl Viel
President and CEO
Québec International
Norm Schleehahn
Director, Economic Development
Invest in Hamilton
Gordon Stevens
Chief Operating Officer
Halifax Partnership
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Ryan Kuffner
President and CEO
Winnipeg Economic Development & Tourism
George Spezza
Director, Economic Development
Niagara Economic Development
Michelle Simms
Chief Executive Officer
Advantage St. John's
Daryn Edgar
Chief Executive Officer
Edmonton Global