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Jaclyn Eisenmann joins KNBA, Charles Eagan starts at XTC Mobile and other moves in town

The Kanata North Business Association has brought Jaclyn Eisenmann aboard as director of ecosystem strategy and operations.

Vernon White joins Syntax Strategic, Altis CEO steps down, and other moves around town

Vernon White announced on LinkedIn this week that he has joined Ottawa’s Syntax Strategic part-time as strategic counsel to support the company on matters of national defence, security communication and operation-readiness.

We look at four of the biggest HR trends for 2026, plus a few that might surprise you

The world of work is ever-changing and 2026 promises to be another year of evolution. From AI...

Forget the four-day work week, now it’s ‘996.’ Will it take off in Ottawa workplaces?

When Ottawa HR adviser Carol Ring posted a poll asking about the “996” work model on LinkedIn,...

Rachael Wilson leaves Ottawa Food Bank to head up United Way East Ontario

Local non-profit leader Rachael Wilson, perhaps best known for leading the Ottawa Food Bank through the pandemic years, will take on the role of president and CEO of United Way East Ontario beginning in the new year.

Changes in leadership at the Taggart Group of Companies and other moves around town

After five years as vice-president of planning and development, Michelle Taggart has stepped into the role of president of Tamarack Homes. She also recently took on the same role for another of the group’s homebuilding companies, Tartan Homes.

Post-pandemic workforce challenges lead Karen Craft to launch new company

Companies scaling too quickly, restricted access to mentorship and uncertain succession plans have led Ottawa HR consultant...

People on the Move: Angie Poirier joins Ottawa Cancer Foundation in charge of comms and PR

Angie Poirier’s career came to a screeching halt when her son was diagnosed with cancer in 2024. But now, with her family healthy and thriving, Poirier is ready to take on a new challenge.

How employers and employees can navigate the bumpy road to return-to-office

For many employees in the National Capital Region, the coming months will consist of shutting down home...
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