Carolyn McGoey Garvey named Chair of Georgian College’s Board of Governors 

Aug. 31, 2026

Carolyn McGoey Garvey, Barrie resident and community champion,  has been named Chair of Georgian College’s Board of Governors for 2026-27. 

McGoey Garvey is an executive advisor and respected technology executive, entrepreneur and community leader. She joined Georgian’s board in September 2021 and has served on several committees, including the Nominations Committee and the Finance and Audit Committee, and most recently held the role of Vice Chair. 

Throughout her career, McGoey Garvey has helped advanced manufacturing and robotics companies grow and successfully navigate major global acquisitions. She previously served as co-president of OTTO Motors by Rockwell Automation/CFO of Clearpath Inc. and co-CEO of Prodomax Automation Ltd. 

Her experience also spans the industrial automation, banking, insurance and telecommunications industries. Today, she draws on that wide-ranging expertise as an executive advisor, supporting organizations through innovation, growth and change. 

“Carolyn cares deeply about Georgian and the students and communities we serve,” said Kevin Weaver, Georgian’s President and CEO. “During her time on the board, she has brought thoughtful insight, sound judgment and a collaborative approach to every discussion. We’re fortunate to have her leadership as Georgian continues creating new opportunities for our students and responding to the changing needs of our communities and industry partners”. 

“It’s a privilege to serve as Chair of Georgian’s Board of Governors,” said McGoey Garvey. “During my time on the board, I’ve witnessed first-hand how deeply Georgian’s faculty, staff and leaders care about helping students succeed. I look forward to working alongside my fellow governors and the entire Georgian community as we build on that strong foundation and continue preparing students to make a meaningful difference in their careers and communities.” 

The Georgian College Board of Governors is the voluntary governing body of the college and includes community members, public sector appointees,  and Georgian representatives. 

  

2026-27 Board of Governors  

• Chair Carolyn McGoey Garvey. 

• Past Chair Kimberley Greenwood. 

• Vice Chair Bruce Stanton. 

• Vice Chair Kevin Collins. 

• Kristy Linklater, administrative representative. 

• Jill Colin. 

• Deb DeCaire. 

• Barbara Dickson. 

• Courtney Duthie, support staff representative. 

• Alex Eveleigh, student representative. 

• Joe Johnson. 

• Lise Kwekkeboom.   

• Tara O’Neil, faculty representative. 

• David Johnson, Secretary-Treasurer. 

• Kris Menzies. 

• Bill Walker. 

• Kevin Weaver, President and CEO, Georgian College. 

• Jim Williams.