Board Membership

As required by The Red River College Polytechnic Act, the Board of Governors consists of one employee selected by RRC Polytech employees; one student selected by the Students’ Association; and at least 9 but not more than 15 members recommended by the Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Immigration.

Remuneration

Board members who are eligible for remuneration receive the following amounts set by the Manitoba Government:

Chair – $250 per month
Vice-Chair – $200 per month
Board Members – $150 per month

Employee Member

Every two years RRC Polytech staff elect a co-worker to serve on the Board of Governors. The current Employee Member’s term ends on June 30, 2025 and an election for the 2025-27 term will be held in Spring 2025.

Student Member

The RRC Polytech Students’ Association has designated its president as Student Member on the Board of Governors. The SA President is elected annually by the RRC Polytech student body.

Community Members

There are to be between 9 and 15 members appointed by the Lieutenant-Governor-in-Council upon recommendation of the Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Immigration. As of July 2023 there are nine appointed community members.

Board Membership

See the RRC Polytech Board Member History from 1993 to Present ›

Lloyd Schreyer, Chair (Appointed September 4, 2024)

Phyllis Jarvis, Vice-Chair (Appointed August 11, 2020)

Phyllis Reid-Jarvis is the CEO and founder of Ultimate Potentials Corporation. With a focus on employees and organizational success, Phyllis and her team help local, national and international organizations achieve their business, strategic and financial goals through their people by using comprehensive executive coaching principles, leadership and strategy training.

Phyllis has developed a strong appreciation and understanding of the important role post-secondary institutions play in helping to meet the needs of adult learners, the business community and the province of Manitoba. Her previous positions include being a Program Director and Instructor with the University of Manitoba’s Continuing Education.

A Professional Certified Executive Coach, who holds a Master’s degree in Public Health from the University of Manitoba’s Community Health Sciences Program, as well as certifications as a MBTI Personality Types Practitioner, and a Psychological Health and Safety Workplace Advisor; Phyllis brings this knowledge, skills and abilities to her volunteer work as a member of RRC Polytech’s Board of Governors.

Phyllis is a member of the International Coach Federation (ICF), International Coach Academy (ICA), and the American Society for Talent Development ( ASTD), The Canadian Mental Health Commission, the Caribbean Women in Information Communication committee (CWIC) and the CANTO, an ICT non-profit association, whose role is to influence the innovation and development of ICT solutions for its members, the Caribbean and the Americas.

Phyllis has served as a member of the Winnipeg Foundation’s Advisory Committee for their Nourishing Potential community program and on the national board of Breakfast for Learning, a project that focuses on ensuring school-aged to elementary aged students’ learning and academic performance are enhanced through proper nutrition.

Phyllis is very active within the African/Caribbean community in Manitoba. She is one of the founders of the Horace Patterson Foundation, an organization that raises funds to support students of African/Caribbean heritage pursue a post-secondary education. As a former Director member and member, Phyllis has worked with her fellow colleagues for 27 years to raise much needed funds that enabled several hundred students realized their academic dreams.

Phyllis is the author of several books and programs. Her most current are the Essential Performance Coaching for Leaders, Success Strategies for Working Remotely, Pathways for Sustaining Healthy Families and Pathways to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Organizations.

Jacob Ahiaegbe, Member (Appointed September 4, 2024)

David Alao, Member (Appointed September 4, 2024)

Lea Clarke, Member (Appointed July 14, 2021)

Lea Clarke of Winnipeg is a self-employed consultant who specializes in accounting software, business management and development. She specializes in training and support of accounting software for various levels of business and government agencies.

Jeff Doneza, Member (Appointed November 14, 2017)

Jeff Doneza is a financial services consultant. His previous positions include Assistant Controller at 24-7 InTouch Contact Centres and Corporate Controller for People Corporation. Jeff’s volunteer work includes serving as Treasurer for the Manitoba Filipino Business Council.

Steve Ducharme, Member (Appointed September 4, 2024)

Kevin Gill, Member (Appointed July 6, 2022)

Kevin Gill is the founder and President of the Staffmax group of companies. Kevin is a proud graduate of the RRC Polytech Business Administration program.

Under his leadership and vision, Kevin has grown Staffmax into one of the largest staffing and recruiting firms in Canada, led expansion into USA, Australia and Europe, and has expanded service offerings into the Healthcare Staffing and EOR/PEO services field (Employer of Record/Professional Employer Organization). Kevin is a recognized expert and requested speaker in the Staffing, Recruitment, Executive Search and Employment Industry.

Kevin is a board member of the Manitoba Employers Council, Canadian Staffing & Recruiting Association (ACSESS), a member of Business Council of Manitoba, Winnipeg Executives Association (WEA), U of M Associates and a founding Investor in YES! Winnipeg. He is a recipient of the CPHR of MB Visionary of the Year Award. He has participated in the Prime Minister of Canada’s federal budget consultation process. Kevin supports the Bear Clan Patrol, MS Society, KidsSport, United Way and others.

Kristen Hudym, Member (Appointed September 4, 2024)

Marilyn Kenny, Member (Appointed September 4, 2024)

Gbolahan (Bola) Oduntan, Member (Appointed July 6, 2022)

Gbolahan (Bola) Oduntan is passionate about service to both the community and humanity. He is the CEO and founder of STO Global Concept Inc, a humanitarian not-for-profit organization.

Gbolahan obtained his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Plymouth in England. He is a graduate of RRC Polytech’s Business program.

Gbolahan is very active within the African community in Manitoba, most importantly the Nigerian Community. He is Secretary to the Nigerian Professional in Manitoba, a nonprofit organization committed to socioeconomic, political empowerment of Nigerian Professionals and African descents.

Gbolahan is an Insurance expert with experience in Group Life Insurance; he works with the Small Business Renewal team at Canada Life.

Vassan Aruljothi, Member (Appointed July 1, 2023)

Vassan Aruljothi was elected by the RRC Polytech staff as the Board of Governors’ Employee Member for the term July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2025. Vassan started working at RRC Polytech’s Winkler Campus in 2017 as an Instructor. In 2018, he moved to Winnipeg to assume the position of Event Coordinator under the College and Public Relations department. In 2021, Vassan became an instructor in the Welding Program with the School of Trades & Technology and is now a Work Integrated Learning Coordinator for the Mechanical Engineering Technology program.

Vassan has been a part of multiple Boards of Governance in the past, such as President of the UW Alumni Association, Chair of the Corn and Apple Festival Committee in Morden, Forks Festival Director for Pride Winnipeg, and Secretary for the Tamil Cultural Society of Manitoba.

Angela Grace Felipe, Member (Appointed September 4, 2024)

Fred Meier, President and CEO

Fred Meier joined RRC Polytech as President and CEO in July 2020. He is known for his work leading large organizations in senior management and executive roles, focusing on building positive and inclusive cultures that embrace employee engagement, innovation, and collaboration.

Fred’s past leadership within the Manitoba Public Service has impacted Manitoba’s economy, advanced indigenous inclusion, and empowered organizations inside the public service to grow, innovate, and move forward to serve Manitobans better and strengthen the province’s economy. Today Fred uses that experience to connect with employers, industry partners, faculty, staff, and students as RRC Polytech prepares to create a bold new vision and strategic plan

Fred is the sixth President and CEO in the College’s 85-year history. In addition to his role as President and CEO, Fred serves as a member of the Premier’s Economic Opportunities Advisory Board.

Fred holds a Master of Science from the University of Manitoba.