BC Ferries' Executive Team

David Hahn has over 20 years of executive experience, much of it with the Ogden Corporation in New York. Prior to joining BC Ferries, he held the position of Chief Operating Officer at Ogden Aviation, managing U.S. and international operations, including 25,000 employees and airport operations in 30 countries. Mr. Hahn specializes in business restructuring, strategic planning, revitalized marketing, revenue growth, acquisitions and customer service. He assumed the position of President & CEO of BC Ferries on May 5, 2003.

Rob Clarke joined BC Ferries in 1999 as Vice President of Finance and Corporate Services, and now serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. He is a Certified General Accountant with extensive financial management experience in the public and private sectors, including transportation and marine enterprises. Mr. Clarke is responsible for all financial management functions within the company.

Mike Corrigan joined BC Ferries in March 2003 as the Executive Vice President, Business Development, bringing with him 18 years experience working in energy distribution and transportation businesses in Canada and the United States. He has an MBA from the University of Victoria and an undergraduate business degree from the University of Western Michigan. Before taking over the role of COO on April 1, 2006, Mr. Corrigan was responsible for the Company's Newbuild Program including the procurement and contract negotiations of the three Super C class vessels. In his current role as COO, Mr. Corrigan is responsible for all aspects of running our marine transportation system including ships, terminals, engineering, food & retail, customer care and the environment. The safety and security of our operations is of paramount importance to Mr. Corrigan. 

Captain Jamie Marshall joined BC Ferries in 1990 after a 9-year career as an officer in the Royal Canadian Navy. During his 17 years with BC Ferries he has worked in many different areas of the operation including Exempt Master on the Queen of New Westminster, Queen of Vancouver and Spirit of British Columbia, and most recently as Marine Superintendent, South Coast in which he managed 3 major terminals and 6 vessels. Captain Marshall was appointed to lead the company's Safety, Security and Environment department in May 2006. In his role as ISM Designated Person, Captain Marshall is accountable for improving operational and occupational safety by monitoring BC Ferries' Safety Management System through external and internal shipboard and terminal audits. He oversees incident investigations and implements new safety actions and initiatives, as well as monitors the safe operation and pollution prevention aspects of each vessel and terminal. Captain Marshall reports to the President and CEO on overall fleet safety.

Bill Cottick
Executive Vice President Corporate Affairs & General Counsel 

Bill Cottick joined BC Ferries in October 2003. His background includes extensive experience as a senior legal executive in large public companies in the transportation, environmental management and construction product industries, as well as in private law practice. Mr. Cottick is responsible for oversight of the legal affairs of the corporation as well as a variety of other strategic activities. 

Glen Schwartz became part of BC Ferries' executive team in June 2004.  His background includes over 25 years experience in human resources and employee relations with such leading companies as Molson, Dairyland Foods and Saputo.  Mr. Schwartz holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Human Resources Management from the University of British Columbia and is a certified Human Resources Professional.  He is responsible for creating people advantage for BC Ferries through the development of a highly skilled, productive and engaged work force.  Mr. Schwartz is also responsible for Crewing, Marketing, Communications/Public Affairs and Strategic Planning.

Captain Trafford Taylor joined BC Ferries in 1991 after serving at sea and ashore in the Merchant Marine. He also spent nine years with Parks Canada in Banff, Yoho and Pacific Rim National Parks. During his years at BC Ferries he oversaw the sea trials and entry into service of four new-builds and served as Marine Superintendent for Inter Island Services (South) and Vice President of Inter Island and Northern Services. Captain Taylor was appointed Executive Vice President of Operations in November 2003, and becomes Executive Vice President, New Vessel Construction and Industry Affairs effective April 1, 2006.  He is responsible for BC Ferries' new asset development and ship build program, industry relations, and the development of strategic positioning initiatives. 

Captain George A. Capacci joined BC Ferries in May 2004.  Prior to that, Captain Capacci served as General Manager, Alaska Marine Highway System, and spent a career with the US Coast Guard as a surface operations specialist with over 10 years at sea. Captain Capacci is an Engineering graduate of the US Coast Guard Academy. He has earned an MPA from the George Washington University and holds an unlimited Masters (Oceans) license.  Captain Capacci is responsible for the leadership and management of our fleet and fleet personnel.

Geoff Dickson joined BC Ferries in June 1998 after a thirteen year career in the airline industry. At Canadian Airlines International he held senior positions in marketing, sales and finance. Mr. Dickson is responsible for BC Ferries' passenger area design, product development/delivery and customer service standards on ships and at terminals. 

Blaine Ellis
Vice President, Employee Relations 

Blaine Ellis joined BC Ferries in July 2004 bringing with him over 25 years experience in human resources and employee relations having worked in the health care, brewing and food production and distribution sectors. Mr. Ellis holds a Bachelor of Administration Degree from the University of Saskatchewan and is a certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP). He is responsible for overseeing employee relations and crewing activities and for fostering positive and constructive union/management relations.

Cynthia Lukaitis
Vice President and Corporate Secretary

Cynthia Lukaitis joined our executive team in November, 2005 bringing with her 20 years of experience in successfully developing and delivering complex program, policy and change initiatives within the public and private sectors. Ms. Lukaitis holds a Master of Arts in economics from Queen’s University and a Bachelor of Arts in economics from the University of Alberta. In addition to her corporate secretarial responsibilities, Ms. Lukaitis oversees various government relations matters and other strategic initiatives of the Company.

Mark Stefanson
Vice President, Public Affairs

Mark Stefanson joined BC Ferries in May 1999. He has over 25 years experience in communications, issues management, media relations, public consultation and environmental management. Mr. Stefanson is responsible for developing positive and constructive relations with the public, media, government, and other key stakeholders.

Corrine Storey joined BC Ferries in September 2004 after 20 years in the energy distribution industry, bringing with her extensive experience in customer service, operations, change management, project management and strategic planning.
She holds a Masters of Business Administration Degree from Royal Roads University and a Certificate in Industrial Relations from Queens University. 
Ms. Storey is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of terminals, and development/implementation of the Operational Security Centre project across the Company.

Dan Wong
Vice President, Corporate Relations

Dan Wong joined BC Ferries in June 2006 after nine years as president of Right Hook Business Strategies Ltd., a business consultancy providing marketing, communications, strategic development and process improvement services to a variety of national and international clients in the manufacturing, consumer product and retail service sectors. Prior to that time, he spent 13 years in the food processing industry where he specialized in public and regulatory affairs, environmental policy and change management. At BC Ferries, he is responsible for Corporate Marketing, Sales and Community Relations, Pricing, Corporate Communications, Strategic Planning and Business Development. 

Ken Brown
Executive Director, Financial Planning and Performance

Ken Brown joined BC Ferries in 2000 as Comptroller, assumed the role of Executive Director Information Technology Services and Sustainment in 2004, and now serves as Executive Director, Financial Planning and Performance.  He is a Chartered Accountant with extensive experience in financial and general management as well as expertise in major systems implementations and business process re-engineering. Mr Brown works with all areas of the organization to ensure that financial targets are met. 

Derek Osman
Executive Director, Information Technology and Sustainment Services and CIO

Derek Osman joined BC Ferries in 2007 as Executive Director and Chief Information Officer. He has an MBA and over 20 years of information technology experience at senior management levels in a variety of public and private organizations, most recently with a hi-tech software developing company having global ecommerce sales. Mr Osman is responsible for all areas of information technology to enable the company to achieve its objectives, including all business systems, technical infrastructure, and telecommunications for the employees working on land and on the vessels.

Alana Gallagher
Treasurer

Alana Gallagher joined BC Ferries in 1995 and holds a Bachelors of Arts in Economics (with distinction) and a Masters of Business Administration. As a financial strategist and treasury management professional with over 20 years experience in both the private and public sectors, Alana is responsible for capital budgeting and reporting and the development and execution of the Company’s debt, investment, banking, and financial risk hedging strategies.

Robin Middleton
Executive Director, Internal Audit

Robin Middleton joined BC Ferries in 2004 and holds a Bachelor of Arts (Literature) and a Bachelor of Commerce (Distinction), and is a Chartered Accountant. She has 20 years of extensive strategic, financial, information system, program, project, and process evaluation experience. Ms Middleton is responsible for all aspects of the company’s Internal Audit function and has the authority to review any of the company’s programs, processes, activities, and operations. To ensure Internal Audit activities remain independent, Ms Middleton reports functionally to the Board’s Audit & Finance Committee.