Susanna Zagar has extensive experience in executive leadership roles within the public sector. Susanna started their career in 2000 as an Assistant Deputy Minister at the Ontario Ministry of Labour, where they were responsible for policy and dispute resolution services. In 2008, they joined the Ontario Government as the Associate Deputy Minister for Infrastructure, where they oversaw public infrastructure renewal programs and managed the provincial real estate portfolio. In 2010, Susanna joined the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) as the Chief Strategy, Analytics & People Officer. During their tenure at WSIB, they played a key role in driving organizational modernization and leading enterprise strategy and execution. In 2020, they became the Chief Executive Officer of the Ontario Energy Board.
Susanna Zagar has a diverse education history. Susanna has pursued various degrees and certificates to enhance their knowledge and skills in different fields. Here is a chronological summary of their education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from Simon Fraser University (no specific years mentioned).
- Executive Program from Ivey Business School at Western University in 2001.
- Public Executive Program from Queen's University in 1999.
- Advanced Leadership Program from Canada - School of Public Service, completed in 2009.
- Executive Development Mini MBA Cycle 1 from McGill University School of Continuing Studies, completed in 2013.
- Strategic Analytics Program from Queen's University, completed in 2016.
- Leadership Certificate Program from Queen's University, completed in 2017.
- Institute of Corporate Directors - ICD.D from University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management, obtained in 2018.
- Disruptive Innovation degree from Harvard Business School (no specific end year mentioned).
- Driving Corporate Performance degree from Harvard Business School (no specific start year mentioned).
- Indigenous Continuing Education with a focus on the 4 Seasons of Reconciliation from First Nations University of Canada, to be completed by 2023.
In addition to their degrees, Susanna Zagar has obtained certifications from external institutions, including Mental Health First Aid from the Mental Health Commission of Canada (to be obtained in 2023) and ICD.D from the Institute of Corporate Directors (obtained in 2018).
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