Maura Richardson

Maura Richardson is an experienced Human Resources Executive who has acted as the Chief People Officer and HR Executive within several large Canadian organizations. Maura has extensive experience in fast-growth, complex organizations with expertise in organizational design, change & talent management developing strategies that deliver impact in diverse industries. A brand champion who builds inclusive cultures that drive talent attraction, engagement and retention. Career highlights include: Built an HR function and strategy for a PE-backed Animal Health Care company, resulting in two separate sale transactions and receiving “Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies Award” in 2020. Spearheaded & grew an HR function & strategy for a rapidly growing Canadian beauty retailer.  Created & launched corporate social responsibility programs in two organizations that increased employee engagement & retention. Maura and her husband have been involved with Halton Children’s Aid for 17 years.  After years of donating money and gifts, Maura had the opportunity to get involved in a more meaningful way by joining the board.  It is a personal story for Maura as her husband was in foster care until the age of six, so the opportunity to be a part of an organization doing such important and critical work is an honour & privilege.