Foundation Board
BIOS
DAN J. BROOKS, Chair
Dan was born and raised in Bracebridge, attending both elementary and secondary school there. He has held executive positions in automotive parts manufacturing overseeing global operations, and later in post -secondary education in both academics and administration. Dan has also consulted extensively in private practice to industry and governments on operational, employment and training initiatives.
Dan obtained his undergraduate degree from McMaster University, and holds a Masters degree in Operations Management from Kettering University. He is a Certified Human Resource Leader (CHRL Ret.). He has held key elected, appointed and voluntary positions on a variety of councils, boards and commissions in the federal, municipal, health care, environmental and academic research fields.
An accomplished musician, Dan enjoys his work as Musical Director at Port Carling United Church in Muskoka. Dan and Cynthia enjoy spending time with their two daughters Leah, and Lauren and their families both who reside in the Ottawa region.