Deb Hutton

Director at Metrolinx

Deb Hutton has nearly three decades of experience solving communications and media crises and leading communication teams in both the public and private sectors. She began her career in politics, advising candidates, elected officials and leaders.

From speechwriting to leading the government’s issues management strategy, Deb held progressively senior roles during a decade at Queen’s Park.

Deb furthered her career as Vice President of Government and Corporate Relations for Ontario’s largest electricity utility. She moved into the private sector as Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications for Canada’s largest international media company.

For the past few years, Deb has been advising companies and individuals on media relations, crisis management and strategic communications. Deb believes in giving back and has served on York University Board of Governors, the JaysCare Foundation, Niagara Peninsula Children’s Centre and the Speech and Stuttering Institute.

Timeline

  • Director

    Current role