CEO, Laurie M. Clark
Laurie M. Clark's proven track record as an obsessive entrepreneur, having founded and successfully exited three technology companies, while currently leading three more, along with her deep expertise in capital markets, regulatory compliance, and financial technology, makes her exceptionally qualified to serve on a public board, particularly in governance, risk management, compensation and strategic growth oversight.
Laurie M. Clark is a seasoned entrepreneur and board leader with a distinguished track record of founding, scaling, and successfully exiting multiple technology companies. As the CEO and Founder of six companies - including Onyen Corporation, Canchek Corporation, and Smarten Up Institute, she has demonstrated expertise in financial compliance, sustainability, and digital capital markets. Her leadership has driven strategic growth, operational excellence, and shareholder value across industries.
In addition to her executive experience, Laurie has held key board positions in both public and private organizations, including as Chair of Ethel Wealth Capital, Board Member of Troika Group, and Advisory Council Member of the Toronto Stock Exchange. She is highly regarded for her governance expertise, capital markets acumen, and ability to navigate risk management, M&A, and sustainability strategies. Recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Most Powerful Women three times, she brings a results-driven approach to corporate leadership and board governance.
"Greater profits, greater CEO pay and enhanced problem-solving are just a few of the advantages of increasing the number of women on a company's board of directors. Having been on boards, I already followed governance best practices, but ACE upped the game tenfold. Upon completing the program, it provided immediate entry to opportunities in channels not previously available and opened my eyes to alternative industries where I could serve the company and the shareholder well.
Thank you ACE for your continued support!"
~ CEO, Laurie M. Clark