Barb Schimnowsky Cmc, Fea

Barb Schimnowsky, CMC, FEA has extensive experience in executive search and recruitment, as well as HR consulting. Barb currently serves as the Executive & Director Search Practice Leader at WATSON Advisors Inc., where they support organizations in all aspects of governance. Previously, they were the Managing Director at WestView Executive Search Ltd., specializing in executive search and HR consulting for various industries. Barb also held senior positions at Meyers Norris Penny and KPMG, where they provided executive search services to a range of clients and established a search practice for owner-managed businesses. In addition to their professional work, Barb has also served as a board member at the Abbotsford Police Department and as a director at the United Way of the Lower Mainland.

Barb Schimnowsky, CMC, FEA, obtained a degree in Family Enterprise Advisor from UBC in 2015-2016. Barb also completed an Executive Development Program at The University of British Columbia in 1998. Additionally, they hold a degree in Human Resources Management from Seneca Polytechnic, although the specific dates of their enrollment are not provided. In addition to their academic achievements, Barb has also obtained certifications as a Certified Management Consultant from the Canadian Association of Management Consultants and as a Family Enterprise Advisor from the Institute of Family Enterprise Advisors.