Mandy Dennison
About Mandy Dennison
Mandy Dennison serves as the Vice President of Global Social Impact & ESG at Intact, where she leads initiatives focused on climate change resilience and sustainability. With extensive experience in corporate social responsibility and stakeholder management, she has held various roles at organizations such as BlackBerry and the Huntington Society of Canada.
Current Role at Intact Financial Corporation
Mandy Dennison serves as the Vice President of Global Social Impact & ESG at Intact Financial Corporation. In this role, she has been responsible for leading initiatives focused on climate change resilience and the development of sustainability strategies. Her position involves providing strategic counsel to C-Suite executives, ensuring that the company's social impact initiatives align with its overall business objectives.
Previous Experience at Intact Financial Corporation
Prior to her current role, Dennison held multiple positions at Intact Financial Corporation. She worked as the Director of Social Impact & ESG and as the General Manager of the Intact Foundation from 2018 to 2022. Additionally, she served as the Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility and the Manager of the Intact Foundation from 2015 to 2018. Her tenure at Intact has contributed to her expertise in foundation leadership and community relations.
Professional Background at BlackBerry
Mandy Dennison has extensive experience from her time at BlackBerry, where she held various roles over several years. She was the Team Lead for Community Investments and the Global Corporate Social Responsibility Manager. Additionally, she worked as a Community Investment Specialist and as the Government & Community Relations Coordinator. Her roles at BlackBerry involved managing corporate philanthropy programs and community engagement initiatives.
Education and Expertise
Mandy Dennison holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Certificate from the Carroll School of Management at Boston College. Her educational background supports her extensive expertise in ESG reporting and disclosure strategies, including familiarity with frameworks such as TCFD, SASB, CDP, and GRI. She has developed a strong skill set in stakeholder relationship management and corporate affairs.
Achievements in Community Development
Throughout her career, Mandy Dennison has demonstrated a commitment to community development and social responsibility. She has a track record of building high-performing teams and fostering employee engagement in giving and volunteering. Her leadership in various organizations has contributed to significant advancements in corporate social responsibility practices.