Anita Spiller

Anita Spiller has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries and roles. Currently, they hold the position of Vice President of ESG (Environment, Social and Governance) at Tru Earth since January 2024. Prior to that, they served as the Director of ESG, where they transitioned the Social Responsibility Department into a full-fledged ESG Department. Anita joined Tru Earth in April 2020 as the Head of Social Responsibility & Executive Communications.

Before their role at Tru Earth, Anita was the PR Agency President & Executive Business Coach at Mazuma Media Inc from June 2006. Their responsibilities included providing marketing and public relations expertise to the packaged goods & tourism industry in Canada and the United States.

Anita has also held positions in the religious sector, serving as the Children & Youth Minister at Crossroads United Church from July 2022 to January 2024 and as a United Church of Canada Minister at Jordan Station United Church from August 2015 to January 2022.

Anita has further contributed to the spiritual and religious care field as a Chaplain at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton from September 2014 to April 2015, where they focused on the holistic well-being of patients, families, volunteers, and staff.

Anita's earlier experiences include serving as a Worship Pastor at Palermo United Church from August 2010 to November 2014, where they provided dynamic preaching and leadership in different worship styles. Anita was also an Intern at East Plains United Church from September 2013 to July 2014, emphasizing worship leadership, pastoral care, and outreach.

Earlier in their career, Anita worked in the travel industry, holding positions such as Manager of Supplier Relations at Thomas Cook Group plc from 2005 to 2009 and Key Account Manager at Holiday House & Sunquest Vacations from 2001 to 2004.

Additionally, they have been involved in events management with SKAL Toronto from 2010 to 2011.

Overall, Anita Spiller has a breadth of experience in ESG, public relations, leadership, spiritual care, and the travel industry.

Anita Spiller completed the Indigenous Canada Course at the University of Alberta in 2021. Prior to that, they obtained a Master of Divinity (M.Div.) degree in Theology/Theological Studies from Emmanuel College, University of Toronto, from 2010 to 2013. Their undergraduate degree, a BA in English & Communications, was earned at the University of Toronto from 1989 to 1993.