Executive leadership team

Alan Torrie is an accomplished business executive in the health care and benefits industries. Alan has extensive experience in the governance of different types of businesses and ownership structures, including private equity, publicly traded corporations, family businesses, trusts (including real estate investment trusts), and volunteer organizations.

Alan was the Chair of the Board of Extendicare Inc. (TSX:EXE) from May 2017 until April 2026. He previously served on the boards of several community-based and not-for-profit organizations, including Trillium Health Partners, AMREF Canada, and Appleby College.

Alan holds a Bachelor of Science from McMaster University, an Advanced Management Program designation from Harvard Business School, and a Diploma in Health Administration from the University of Toronto.

Jennifer Barber is an experienced financial executive in the consumer products, media, technology and alternative energy industries. She is currently the Chief Financial Officer of Hunter Amenities International Limited and formerly the Chief Financial Officer of Torstar and NorthStar Gaming. Jennifer serves as a director of Feed Hamilton. She previously served as a director of Canadian Press Enterprises Inc., Black Press Limited, and Sing Tao Canada. Jennifer holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from McMaster University and is a Chartered Professional Accountant.

Alice Keung is a recognized leader in digital innovation and business transformation. She has held senior executive roles across insurance, banking, transportation, digital health, and manufacturing/distribution, and is known for her ESG advocacy and change leadership. Alice has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women, a Global Top 100 Insurance Executive, and an “Elite Woman” in the Canadian insurance sector. She holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Business Administration and Management from Concordia University, as well as the Institute of Corporate Directors ICD.D designation.

Pierre Laurin is co-founder and chairman of InnoSpera Pharma Inc., Ingenew Pharmaceuticals Inc., Innovon Pharmaceuticals Inc., and InvHealth Capital Inc. With over 35 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Pierre has led the development and commercialization of multiple products. He is co-inventor on 17 patents and has co-authored over 120 publications and scientific presentations. Pierre is actively involved with rare disease and patient advocacy organizations, including the Quebec Autistic Foundation, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, and the Alström Syndrome Foundation. He holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy and a Master of Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Montreal.

Ken Lewenza is the former National President of the Canadian Auto Workers Union and General Vice President of the Canadian Labour Congress. He played a key role in negotiating collective agreements and led the merger that formed Unifor. Ken remains active in his community, supporting organizations such as United Way, Easter Seals, the University of Windsor, and Canadian Mental Health. He holds an Honorary Doctorate in Law from the University of Windsor.

Sharon Ludlow is an experienced corporate director serving on the boards of Saturn Holdings Limited, SiriusPoint Ltd. (NYSE:SPNT), and EIS Group. She recently retired as a director of Lombard International Group.  She played a pivotal role in the demutualization and IPO of a Canadian life insurer and launched Canada’s first online insurance marketplace. Sharon has received multiple recognitions, including Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women and a Lifetime Achievement Award in the insurance industry. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Toronto, is a Fellow Chartered Professional Accountant (FCPA), and holds the Institute of Corporate Directors ICD.D designation.

Edward Odumodu is Principal of Brighton Health Management in Woodstock, Ontario. He is a pharmacist and entrepreneur with experience in retail pharmacy, benefits administration, and pharmaceutical governance in Canada and the United States. Edward holds a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Toronto, a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from McGill University, and a Master of Business Administration from Duke University.

Monique Richer is Secretary General of Université Laval and Head of its Legal Department. She is a full professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy, where she served as Dean from 2001 to 2016. Monique began her career as an intensive care and emergency room nurse and has received numerous awards for her contributions to pharmacy education and practice. She holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy and a Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Texas at Austin and completed a residency in pharmacy practice at the University of Toronto and Ottawa General Hospital. Monique also holds a Master of Health Sciences Education from the Faculty of Medicine and a Bachelor of Laws from Université Laval. She holds the Chartered Director (ASC) designation.

Zahid Salman joined GreenShield as President and Chief Executive Officer in September 2018 and has led its transformation into Canada’s first “payer-provider” – a health care and insurance organization that integrates coverage and care to deliver a differentiated value proposition to its clients. Uniquely structured as a non-profit, GreenShield reinvests 15 to 20 per cent of its pre-tax earnings and leverages its capabilities to improve health outcomes for communities often underserved by traditional health and benefits systems – all in service of its social mission of Better Health for All. Under Zahid's leadership, GreenShield has grown more than 2.5 times and now serves eight million Canadians.

Zahid has over 30 years of experience, including executive positions at various international firms. His position at GreenShield, for which he has been recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired CEOs, reflects a leadership approach that integrates strong business and financial performance with measurable social impact. Zahid is an actuary who has earned Fellow of the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (FCIA) and Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) designations. He is also a graduate of the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School and has obtained his ICD.D designation through the Institute of Corporate Directors.

Zahid currently serves on various Boards within the GreenShield group of companies, is a member of the Business Council of Canada and sits on Catalyst Canada’s Advisory Board. He has also served in leadership roles on several not-for-profit boards, including the Alzheimer’s Society of York Region, the York Region Children’s Aid Society, and the Saint Elizabeth Healthcare Foundation.

Sharon Ludlow is an experienced corporate director serving on the boards of Saturn Holdings Limited, SiriusPoint Ltd. (NYSE:SPNT), and EIS Group. She recently retired as a director of Lombard International Group.  She played a pivotal role in the demutualization and IPO of a Canadian life insurer and launched Canada’s first online insurance marketplace. Sharon has received multiple recognitions, including Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women and a Lifetime Achievement Award in the insurance industry. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Toronto, is a Fellow Chartered Professional Accountant (FCPA), and holds the Institute of Corporate Directors ICD.D designation.

Gregory Chrispin is a seasoned executive with extensive experience across insurance, financial services, and wealth management. Gregory serves on the boards of the Public Sector Pension Investment Board, Addenda Capital Inc., Power Sustainable Capital Inc., and the Québec Chapter of the Institute of Corporate Directors. He remains active in the investment industry and community through various committee roles. Gregory holds a Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics (Actuarial Science) from Université de Montréal. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®) and holds the Institute of Corporate Directors ICD.D designation.

Cindy Forbes is a retired executive with over 35 years of experience in financial services and enterprise leadership. Cindy serves on the boards of the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan Board, Prosperity Life Assurance Limited, and Munich Reinsurance Company of Canada. She is also the former Chair of the Board of Governors of the University of Waterloo. Cindy holds an Honours Bachelor of Mathematics from the University of Waterloo, is a Fellow of the Society of Actuaries and the Canadian Institute of Actuaries, and holds the Institute of Corporate Directors ICD.D designation.

Monique Richer is Secretary General of Université Laval and Head of its Legal Department. She is a full professor at the Faculty of Pharmacy, where she served as Dean from 2001 to 2016. Monique began her career as an intensive care and emergency room nurse and has received numerous awards for her contributions to pharmacy education and practice. She holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy and a Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Texas at Austin and completed a residency in pharmacy practice at the University of Toronto and Ottawa General Hospital. Monique also holds a Master of Health Sciences Education from the Faculty of Medicine and a Bachelor of Laws from Université Laval. She holds the Chartered Director (ASC) designation.

Zahid Salman joined GreenShield as President and Chief Executive Officer in September 2018 and has led its transformation into Canada’s first “payer-provider” – a health care and insurance organization that integrates coverage and care to deliver a differentiated value proposition to its clients. Uniquely structured as a non-profit, GreenShield reinvests 15 to 20 per cent of its pre-tax earnings and leverages its capabilities to improve health outcomes for communities often underserved by traditional health and benefits systems – all in service of its social mission of Better Health for All. Under Zahid's leadership, GreenShield has grown more than 2.5 times and now serves eight million Canadians.

Zahid has over 30 years of experience, including executive positions at various international firms. His position at GreenShield, for which he has been recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired CEOs, reflects a leadership approach that integrates strong business and financial performance with measurable social impact. Zahid is an actuary who has earned Fellow of the Canadian Institute of Actuaries (FCIA) and Fellow of the Society of Actuaries (FSA) designations. He is also a graduate of the Advanced Management Program at Harvard Business School and has obtained his ICD.D designation through the Institute of Corporate Directors.

Zahid currently serves on various Boards within the GreenShield group of companies, is a member of the Business Council of Canada and sits on Catalyst Canada’s Advisory Board. He has also served in leadership roles on several not-for-profit boards, including the Alzheimer’s Society of York Region, the York Region Children’s Aid Society, and the Saint Elizabeth Healthcare Foundation.