Maria Collins

Maria Collins has over 30 years of experience in various roles within the field of Human Resources. Maria is currently the Vice President of Human Resources at Northern Reflections since December 2022. Prior to this, they served as the Vice President of Human Resources at Dana Hospitality from November 2019 to December 2022. From 2017 to 2019, Maria held the position of Vice President of Human Resources Canada at The Body Shop, and before that, they were the Director of Human Resources Canada at Avis Budget Group from 2014 to 2017. Maria also worked as an Independent HR Consultant, providing guidance and leadership in areas such as recruitment, training, and HR strategy, from 2011 to 2014. Earlier in their career, they held senior HR roles at Old Navy / Gap Inc., The Source (Bell) Electronics, and Accommodex Franchise Management Inc. Maria's extensive experience has allowed their to develop expertise in employee relations, labor negotiations, and organizational development.

Maria Collins earned a CHRL (Certified Human Resources Leader) degree from the Human Resources Professionals Association in 2003. Maria also obtained an HR Management Diploma with High Honours from Seneca College. Maria has additional certifications as a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL).