SETSI - INTERVIEW WITH - THEA SILVER SENIOR DIRECTOR, ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AT RBC

Описание: Thea M. Silver is a Senior Director, Environmental Impact at the Royal Bank of Canada, bringing extensive leadership experience in the environmental not-for-profit and philanthropic sectors. Their background demonstrates a commitment to environmental stewardship and a proven ability to drive impactful initiatives.

With a focus on program development and implementation, Thea has a track record of fostering sector and network collaborations. During their tenure at Environment Funders Canada, progressing from Program Director to Managing Director and Interim Executive Director, they were accountable for ensuring effective program development, sound financial and operational management, and maintaining strong relationships with members and sectoral partners. Their responsibilities included developing and implementing program initiatives that foster sector and network collaborations, building and sharing knowledge, and supporting effective environmental philanthropy.They also provided leadership and stability during a time of transition, ensuring successful implementation of programs and effective management of operations and governance. Prior to this, Thea served as Strategy, Environment Sector Lead at the Ontario Trillium Foundation, contributing to building healthy and vibrant communities in Ontario. As Executive Director at the Ontario Land Trust Alliance, they were accountable for all aspects of management, including financial management and fundraising, member/stakeholder relations, public outreach and communications, board support, program development and delivery, and strategic and annual planning. Their work history also includes serving as Director, Fund Development at Scientists in School, fostering scientific curiosity and environmental responsibility.

Earlier in their career, Thea held various roles at Conservation de la nature Canada, including Associate Vice President, Conservation, Director, National, Conservation Programs & Support Services, and Director, Government & External Relations. They also served as Policy Research Associate at Delta Waterfowl, contributing to conservation efforts.

Thea holds a B. Sc. from McGill and an M. Sc from the University of Guelph, demonstrating applied knowledge of environmental science and conservation principles.