WiRE Student Table at the OEN's December Luncheon

We are excited to announce that Annette Verschuren, Chair & CEO, NRStor Inc., will be the featured speaker at the December OEN Luncheon.

Before the luncheon commences, students and young professionals (less than 3 years work experience) will have the chance to network with seasoned professionals and industry leaders. During the luncheon, they will be seated at the WiRE student table.

This event is more than a simple networking opportunity; it's about igniting your career in the energy industry.

Secure your spot now, as seats are limited. Please note that WiRE reserves the right to prioritize spots for students who have not attended this event in the past. If you have any questions, please reach out to Haida Liu (aGxpdSB8IHdvbWVuaW5yZW5ld2FibGVlbmVyZ3kgISBjYQ==) and Amritha Tayalur Jagadeesh (YWphZ2FkZWVzaCB8IHdvbWVuaW5yZW5ld2FibGVlbmVyZ3kgISBjYQ==).

Biography

Annette Verschuren, O.C.

Annette Verschuren is founder, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of NRStor Inc. The company develops and manages energy storage projects. Prior to this, Ms. Verschuren was president of The Home Depot Canada. She oversaw the growth of the company’s Canadian operations from 19 to 179 stores from 1996-2011 and led its entry into China. Ms. Verschuren was President and co-owner of Michaels of Canada, a chain of arts and crafts stores. Previously, Ms. Verschuren was Vice President, Corporate Development of Imasco Ltd. and Executive Vice President of Canada Development Investment Corporation.

Annette Verschuren sits on the corporate boards of Air Canada, CNRL, Saputo and Liberty Mutual Group. Ms. Verschuren is Chair of the MaRS Discovery District Board.

Ms. Verschuren sits on the Board of the Verschuren Centre for Sustainability in Energy and the Environment, (VCSEE) and served as Chancellor of Cape Breton University for 21 years from 2004 to 2025.

Annette Verschuren has received numerus Honourary Doctorates from Canadian universities including her alma mater, St. Francis Xavier University. She is a founding member of the Rideau Hall Foundation.
In 2019 Annette Verschuren became a Companion of the Canadian Business Hall of Fame. Ms. Verschuren was named as an Officer to the Order of Canada in 2011 for her contributions to the retail industry and corporate social responsibility.

Ms. Verschuren wrote the book Bet On Me, about succeeding in business and in life.

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