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Jim Gabel

President & Chief Executive Officer at NVA Canada

Jim Gabel has a diverse work experience in various leadership and board positions. Jim is currently the President and Chief Executive Officer of NVA Canada. Previously, they served as the Chairperson of Peak Achievements Athletics, where they collaborated with shareholders and senior management to shape the strategic direction of the company. Jim also worked as a Board Member at Kamik Canada Inc. and served as the President and Founder of StrataJG Consulting Ltd., where they provided advisory services to start-up teams and evaluated investments in consumer-focused brands. Earlier in their career, they were the President, CEO, and Board Member of Roots, leading the company through an IPO and expansion into international markets. Jim also held board positions at Sporting Life Group, Toys R Us, and The Keg Steakhouse + Bar. Jim Gabel's experience includes serving as the President of the Performance Group at Wolverine World Wide and as the President and Board Member of adidas-Group Canada.

Jim Gabel's education history includes two primary educational experiences. From 2013 to 2014, they attended the University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management, where they completed the ICD-Rotman Directors Education Program and obtained an ICD.D degree. Prior to that, from 1981 to 1985, they attended Wilfrid Laurier University, where they earned an Honours Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a focus on Sales & Marketing. In addition to their degrees, Jim also holds an ICD.D certification, although the specific institution, month, and year of obtaining this certification are not provided.

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  • President & Chief Executive Officer

    January, 2021 - present