Board of Directors

Collective Leadership

The Institute of Southern Georgian Bay (TISGB) is a regional community “Think and Do Tank” established to explore and provide new and innovative opportunities for prosperity by engaging the experience and knowledge of the community. By collaborating with the community across multiple sectors, it hopes to identify, research, understand and facilitate stimulating dialogue and strategic thought leadership on economic, cultural, social and environmental issues and opportunities in Southern Georgian Bay.

David Hearn

Treasurer

With an impressive career spanning over 40 years, David Hearn brings unparalleled expertise and a global perspective to Lee & Associates Toronto. David’s journey in commercial real estate began after he graduated in architecture in 1984, and since then, has established himself as a leader in the industry. His extensive experience in transactional services, facilities and property management, project management, and change management provides clients with the strategic insights needed to navigate the complex real estate market.

David’s experience brings significant value to the Institute because he’s worked alongside many of the companies we see contributing to our region’s built environment. Before joining Lee & Associates Toronto as Managing Director, Corporate Solutions, David worked with Ernst & Young (EY) for 16 years as a Region Real Estate Leader in Canada, the East and Central US, and Asia Pacific. Prior to that, David was the Managing Director, Client Services, Asia Pacific with Cushman & Wakefield; and Regional Director, Asia for Jones Lang LaSalle. He also worked with one of Canada’s largest retailers and several prominent global brokerage firms, where he played a key role in their Corporate Services teams.

June Porter

June is a visionary health care professional focused on creating and delivering significant improvement in health systems grounded in measurement and outcomes. Her international health care career included nursing, operational administration, and consulting at local, provincial and national levels.

From a volunteer perspective, she is a board member of North East Grey Health Clinics, Chair of the Joint Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee, Town of The Blue Mountains, and Reviewer for the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario.

She has a Masters of Science in Nursing from the University of London, and a MBA from Ashridge Business School, England.

June and her husband Terry retired in 2019, and transitioned from being weekenders for over 10 years to being permanent residents of Thornbury.

Jordie Burton

Jordie Burton Social Impact Designer, Strategist, and Community Engagement Advocate

Jordie Burton is dedicated to social impact with a passion for crafting innovative strategies and fostering community engagement. With an academic background that includes an MA in Applied Imagination and a Bachelor of Education, Jordie brings a unique blend of creativity and a pursuit of learning to the world of social impact.

Jordie is an active member of The James A. Burton and Family Foundation. This philanthropic endeavor represents a shared commitment to serving communities and facilitating innovative solutions to social issues.

Join Our Board:
Help Shape the Future of Our Community

At The Institute of Southern Georgian Bay, we are looking for an engaged and
forward-thinking individuals to join our Board of Directors. This is a volunteer leadership
role for someone passionate about our communities, our environment, our growth.

What You’ll Do:

✓ Provide strategic guidance and fresh ideas to our initiatives

✓ Collaborate with community leaders and subject matter experts

✓ Champion our mission and expand our network

Who We’re Looking For:

- - Committed to positive change in our community
  - Brings diverse experience, ideas, and perspective
  - Comfortable contributing 4–6 hours per month