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New CFO for Stantec
Youth Environmental Advocate Recognized
Stantec, a global leader in sustainable design and
engineering based in Edmonton, Alta., announced
that executive vice president Vito Culmone has also
assumed the role of chief 昀椀nancial o昀케cer (CFO).
Victor Xu, a 16-year-old environmental activist and
advocate for youth empowerment from North York,
Ont. has been awarded an Honorable Mention for
the prestigious Action for Nature (AFN) International
Young Eco-Hero Award.
“He is an accomplished 昀椀nancial leader with a strong
track record of creating value across multiple industries,” said Gord Johnston,
president and chief executive o昀케cer. “I am con昀椀dent that Vito will be instrumental in sustaining our robust 昀椀nancial position, driving the successful execution of
our Strategic Plan, and further elevating our world class 昀椀nancial team. His expertise and leadership are key assets that will contribute signi昀椀cantly to our continued growth and success.”
AFN is an international non-pro昀椀t organization dedicated to empowering
young people to take action for the environment. Through its awards programs and educational initiatives, AFN recognizes and supports the next
generation of environmental leaders.
Culmone brings over 35 years of executive 昀椀nancial leadership experience and an
emphasis and experience in developing strong corporate cultures.
Beryl Kay, president of AFN, stated: “Victor’s leadership and commitment to
empowering young people to take action on environmental issues are truly remarkable. He is a shining example of the positive impact that youth can
have on the world.”
“The legacy and potential of Stantec are unparalleled, and I look forward to collaborating with the team to propel our growth during this dynamic period. It will
be a privilege to contribute to our collective achievements for the bene昀椀t of our
employees, clients, and shareholders,” said Culmone.
The Green Society is an international non-pro昀椀t organization founded by Xu
with the mission of driving environmental change through education and
advocacy. The organization hosts an annual environmental and climate 昀椀ction-writing contest, workshops, and webinars, engaging individuals world-
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