STACEY LEPINE-FISHER
Professional Summary
Demonstrated community leader with decades of proven experience serving families, educators, businesses, and non-profit organizations across Durham Region
Track record of regional leadership focused on equity, child advocacy, economic development, and governance.
Executive Leadership & Community Service
Chief Executive Officer / Executive Director
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Durham-Based Educational Charity
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Lead organization supporting over 82,000 students across 143 regional schools
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Manage operational growth, regional partnerships, and community outreach
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Nominated by professional peers for Top Business Person of the Year (2025)
Lead Administrator, Poverty Strategy — Durham District School Board (DDSB)
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Directed the regional Poverty Strategy for 8 years (2015–2023).
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Coordinated multi-sector initiatives across all levels of government and community agencies.
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Managed district-wide communications for the Full-Day Kindergarten program (2012–2023).
Governance & Board Experience
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Vice President — Durham Children’s Aid Society
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Former Chair of the Board & Governance Advisor — Angel Investors Durham
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Active Member — Ajax-Pickering Board of Trade (APBOT)
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Active Member — Connecting GTA
Core Competencies & Demonstrated Strengths
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Cross-sector collaboration involving charities, municipal stakeholders, and regional business leaders
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Public policy implementation, poverty reduction initiatives, and student advocacy Frequent contributor and subject matter expert featured in local and provincial media
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Commitment to inclusive community dialogue, transparent governance, and measurable civic results.
