David Free

David Free, CA, CPA, CPA (Illinois) has extensive experience in financial management and controllership roles, currently serving as Project Controller at Baffinland since November 2021. In this position, David is responsible for creating a robust controllership organization to support the Mary River mining operation's expansion through effective budgeting, reporting, forecasting, and internal controls. Previous roles include Controller at Atura Power, which involved managing the financial aspects of a $3.2 billion startup, and various financial leadership positions at Ontario Power Generation, including Director of Corporate Controllership, where oversight of team functions focused on budgeting, financial reporting, and forecasting. Additionally, David has held key financial roles at Portlands Energy Centre and Nortel, showcasing a comprehensive background in financial strategy and risk management. David holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Commerce and Finance from the University of Toronto Mississauga and is a Chartered Accountant.