Ontario Chamber of Commerce
180 Dundas Street West, Suite 505
Toronto, Ontario M5G 1Z8

Phone: (416) 482-5222
Fax: (416) 482-5879
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Key Contacts

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Len Crispino[Read bio]
President & Chief Executive Officer
Ext: 223

Len is the looking glass of our organization.

Len brings years of diverse experience – from government and trade, to owning a small business of his own, enabling him to see many sides of Ontario’s economy. Len is a strategic thinker, thoughtful to current situations while open-minded to future opportunities. Len’s inspiration provides our organization with a path – a vision of what we can achieve.

Fun Fact: Len’s favorite mid afternoon snack is wine gums!

Stuart Johnston[Read bio]
Vice President, Policy & Government Relations
Ext: 232

Stuart is the backbone of our organization.

Stuart has a strong policy and journalism background allowing him to be proactive and responsive to Ontario’s business environment. Stuart focuses on strategically positioning the OCC as a business advocate in Ontario. Stuart is instrumental in identifying vital policy issues, steering our grassroots policy process and leading efforts to get results.

Fun Fact: Stuart would like to spend the day in the life of Winston Churchill… back when he was alive!

Scott McCammon[Read Bio]
Vice President & General Manager
Ext: 228

Scott the super glue of our organization.

Scott is a chamber professional with over 20 years of experience and extensive knowledge of chamber operations throughout North America. Scott is adept at fortifying the foundation of the chamber while identifying new opportunities for growth. Scott helps to knit the chamber network together by constantly providing innovative ideas and support which strengthen our network.

Fun Facts:Scott’s first job was…. washing dishes in a Greek restaurant

Amy Terrill [Read Bio]
Vice President, Communications & Marketing
Ext: 241

Amy the pulse of our organization.

Amy is equipped with almost nine years of journalism experience and a keen sense of chamber challenges. Amy is always aware of what is happening around us that could affect our members. She feels the pulse of Ontario business. Amy is constantly pushing the OCC to new heights in communications and marketing.

Fun Facts: Amy would like to take the place of whoever is currently dating George Clooney … just for the day!

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Ron Young
Director, Membership Development
Ext: 229

Fun Fact: In his spare time Ron can be found enjoying music.

Ron joined the OCC in 2003 and has over twenty-five years experience in sales of both products and services.  He specializes in new account acquisition, having established relationships with Fortune and Global 500 companies.  Ron worked with AT&T before bringing his talents to the OCC.  Ron is a husband and father of two teens in a very musical family.

Trevor McPherson
Director, Strategic Initiatives (OCC & OES)
Ext: 225

Fun Fact: Trevor’s most despised university course was political theory – never applies in practice.

The majority of Trevor’s time is spent managing the OCC’s highly successful Ontario Economic Summit initiative. Trevor joined the OCC in 2006 with 8 years experience as an International Trade Consultant with the Government of Ontario. Always looking to leverage the benefits of technology, Trevor introduced Ontario’s first “Virtual Trade Mission”, a tool used to introduce firms to foreign markets and business partners prior to ever setting foot on foreign soil. As a student, Trevor was selected to travel with the then Prime Minister and Premier to South Korea, the Philippines and Thailand as part of a Team Canada trade mission. Trevor is a graduate of Queen’s University (Political Studies) and Seneca College (International Business). He is married and has one young daughter.

Wayne Ing
Controller
Ext: 230

Fun Facts: Wayne’s favourite place to travel is Las Vegas.

Wayne is a Certified General Accountant, having received his designation in 2005. He graduated from York University with a BA Math for Commerce.  Before joining the OCC, Wayne worked with Ogilvy Renault and prior to that, North York General Hospital.  He is married with three children. In his spare time he enjoys fishing, hockey and softball.

Colette Rozario
Office Administrator
Ext: 221

Fun Fact: Colette’s favourite place to travel is England.

 

Asha Rajak
Program Administrator
Ext: 226

Fun Fact: Asha would like to spend the day in the life of: Oprah Winfrey

Asha has diverse experience in media, marketing, customer relations and accounting.  With education and work experience gained in her native country of Nepal and her adopted country of Canada, Asha brings a unique perspective to the OCC.  Asha stays active in journalism in Toronto while contributing her knowledge in business writing and international trade to the Ontario Chamber of Commerce and the Global Experience @ Work program.

Derek Picard
Senior Policy Analyst
Ext: 246

Fun Fact: Derek’s favourite place to travel is St.Lucia.

Derek draws upon various experiences in government, trade associations and consulting. He holds a Master’s degree in Economics and a Bachelor’s degree in Econometrics from the University of Waterloo. He has been with the OCC since February 2009.

 Erin Riach
Communications Assistant
Ext: 248

Fun Fact: Erin’s favorite snack is Brownies!

Erin joined the OCC in 2008, first as an intern from Niagara College and later as a full time staff person.  Her education began with a Bachelor of Arts in History from McMaster University and she went on to receive a Post-Graduate Certificate in Public Relations from Niagara College.  Erin gives back to her community through her volunteer efforts with McMaster Children’s Hospital Change Bandits program.

Frank Belluardo
Policy Analyst
Ext: 247

Fun Fact: In his spare time Frank can be found: doing schoolwork, going to the movies, traveling, munching on junk food or honey garlic chicken wings.

Frank brings six years of work experience in the realm of the public policy cycle. Over the years, he has worked in the offices of a number of elected officials: two Members of Parliament and most recently a Member of Provincial Parliament at Queens Park. Frank keeps his evenings busy as he is in near completion of a Masters Degree in Public Policy, Administration and Law from York University. He has a Bachelor of Education from Charles Sturt University, a Master of Arts from the University of Toronto, and a Bachelor of Arts Honours Degree from York University.

Jessica Doan
Marketing & Communications Specialist
Ext: 234

Fun Fact: Jessica’s first job was working in a movie store.

Jessica brings a business education background combined with a creative spirit, eye for design and ability to always push the envelope.  Jessica graduated from Brock University with a Bachelor of Business Administration honours degree with first-class standings and was appointed into Beta Gamma Sigma, an international honours society which honours graduates who are in the top 10 percentile of their graduate class.  Jessica continued her education with a post graduate certificate in Public Relations and Corporate Communications from Fanshawe College.

Lesley Cole
International Trade Consultant
Ext: 239

Fun Fact: Lesley’s most despised University course was physics

Lesley joined the OCC in 2005 and since then, has worked on several policy areas including transportation and borders, international trade, and federal and provincial budget preparation and analysis.  Lesley devotes most of her time now to Export Market Access.  She graduated with an MA from Fordham University in New York.

Lily Xie
Accounting Administrator
Ext: 236

Fun Fact: Lily’s favourite snack is pistachio nuts —believe it or not, they help her brain and heart!

Lily brings accounting education and training from Canada and her native China to the OCC!  Building on a Bachelor of Arts in Computerized Accounting from Dalian University in Liaoning Province, Lily obtained accounting diplomas from Seneca College where she also worked with other new Canadians to help them adapt to life and academics at Seneca.  Lily is trilingual with excellent communication skills in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.

Louie DiPalma
Program Manager
Ext: 227

Fun Fact: Louie’s life passion is his family and coaching soccer.

Louie DiPalma joined the OCC in 2008 to lead our Export Market Access program, bringing with him years of experience as a program and policy director and project manager in various government departments.  When not working with our clients, Louie can often be found on the soccer pitch.

Mary Hogarth
Senior Policy Analyst
Ext: 233

Fun Fact: Mary’s favourite hobby is downhill skiing

Mary is a graduate of Lakehead University with an Honours BA in Public Administration & Political Science.  She has been with the OCC since April 2006.

Melanie Reece
Program Assistant
Ext: 240

Fun Fact: Melanie’s favourite place to travel is California.

Melanie joined the OCC in 2009 with a background in communications and public relations.  Melanie graduated from Carleton University with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications and a post graduate certificate from Mohawk College.  Prior to joining the OCC she gained experience with Town Media in Burlington, Ontario and Metrolinx.

Mia Bettio
Events Administrator
Ext: 237

Fun Fact: Mia’s first job was working as a deli girl at a grocery store.

Mia has a Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology from McMaster University and Post-graduate certificate in Event Management from Niagara College under her belt.  She has gained valuable experience working on events with Molson, Habitat for Humanity and various festivals and conferences in Toronto and the Niagara Region and joined the OCC in 2009.

Roland Isberto
IT Systems Administrator
Ext: 231

Fun Fact: Roland’s most despised university course was about designing CPU architecture and apparently it was as dry as burnt toast…

Roland joined the OCC in 2009 after working as an IT System Administrator for Klipsch Group, a company with operations in Canada, the U.S., Europe and China. He obtained his education from Seneca College School of Applied Arts and Technology and the DeVry Institute of Technology. In addition to his IT skills, Roland is a talented photographer.

Rosanna Ho
Events Coordinator
Ext: 222

Fun Fact: Her vice are Rose macarons from Pierre Herme.

Rosanna brings to the OCC her experience on a wide spectrum of events. From hip hop showcases to fashion and product launches to black tie gala dinners to art openings, and now the OCC’s events program.  Rosanna joined the OCC in 2005 with degrees from York University (Specialised Honours in Social Anthropology and Psychology) and Centennial College (Marketing Management and Business Administration).

Rose Ficco
Membership Services Coordinator
Ext: 242

Fun Fact: If given the opportunity Rose would spend a day in the life of Sir Richard Branson.

A graduate of Humber College in Toronto, Rose spent several years in the retail sector and the travel industry before beginning her association career in 1998. First with the Treasury Management Association of Canada (TMAC), Rose joined the OCC in 2009.  A fan of travelling, Rose tries to get away as much as possible and she is keeping her eyes open for her next destination.

Roya Ganjyar
Program Officer
Ext: 238

Fun Fact: In her spare time Roya can be found playing volleyball and soccer then relaxing with some yoga.

Roya has acquired a multitude of different research, policymaking and project management experience at the OCC.  She graduated from York University with a Political Science Honours degree and obtained a Masters in Public Policy and Administration from Ryerson University.  She has volunteered as an Auxiliary Police Officer for the Toronto Police Service and aspires to continue to influence and lead individuals and organizations.  Adding to her education and aspirations Roya also comes to the OCC with the experience of living in another country and growing up with many different cultural influences.