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Caldwell Announces New Sponsorship on Canada's Outstanding CEO of the Year(R)
TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / January 20, 2026 / Retained executive search firm Caldwell (TS...
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[{"type":"text","content":"Caldwell Announces New Sponsorship on Canada's Outstanding CEO of the Year(R)TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / January 20, 2026 / Retained executive search firm Caldwell (TSX:CWL)(OTCQX:CWLPF) Caldwell today announced a three-year sponsorship with Deloitte Canada on Canada's Outstanding CEO of the Year® Award Program.Deloitte Canada will become the presenting sponsor of the program, with Fatima Laher, Deputy Chair of the Board of Deloitte Canada and Chile, assuming the role of the CEO of the Year Advisory Board Chair.\"Deloitte Canada's commitment to delivering measurable results and supporting leaders in building better futures aligns directly with the values that have shaped this program for more than three decades,\" said John Wallace, Chair of the Board at Caldwell, the program's Founding Partner. \"As we enter the 36th year of Canada's Outstanding CEO of the Year, we are delighted to work with Deloitte Canada, as our presenting sponsor, a firm that shares our belief in the importance of strong, principled leadership and real, measurable impact.\"\"This award remains the preeminent recognition for Canadian chief executives, and with Deloitte Canada as our presenting sponsor, we look forward to further advancing both the CEO of the Year and Futures Fund Scholarship programs. We also extend our congratulations to Fatima Laher on her appointment as Chair of the Advisory Board. Fatima's depth of experience and focus on impact will bring valuable perspective to the selection process. We look forward to working with Fatima and with the Deloitte Canada team to continue celebrating and advancing exceptional Canadian leadership.\"\"It's a privilege for Deloitte Canada to support a program that so closely mirrors our own commitment to impactful leadership,\" said Fatima Laher, Deputy Chair of the Board of Deloitte Canada and Chile. \"This sponsorship is about more than just an award; it's a commitment to championing the leaders who are building a more prosperous, innovative, and equitable future for Canada. I'm thrilled to step into the role of Chair and look forward to celebrating the leaders who inspire us all to lead with purpose.\"The Advisory Board meets annually to select the CEO of the Year Honouree. The independent board comprises more than 20 respected and experienced individuals from across Canada, including past honouree...