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Saint Mary's University Taps Paul Sobey as Chancellor [Health & Beauty Close - Up](Health & Beauty Close - Up Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) Saint Mary's University reported that Dr. Paul D. Sobey, FCA, BComm, DComm, former President and Chief Executive officer of Empire Company Limited, has agreed to serve as the University's next Chancellor. In a release, Saint Mary's reported that in assuming this role, he follows in the tradition of his father, Dr. David F. Sobey, who served with distinction as the first lay Chancellor of the University from 2008 until 2010. "Paul Sobey has given Saint Mary's more than two decades of visionary leadership and loyal support," says John Fitzpatrick Q.C., Chair of Saint Mary's University's Board of Governors. "From service on our Board of Governors to chairing Hearts and Minds, an ambitious capital campaign that raised more than $45 million, he has played a critical role in placing this University at the forefront in the education of global citizens." The university reported that During Dr. Sobey's 34-year career with Empire Company Limited, the company grew to become a national food retailer. Landmark achievements under Dr. Sobey's leadership include the takeover of the Oshawa Group and its IGA chain, a bold move that almost quadrupled the business in size; and a $5.8 billion deal in 2013 that saw Empire Company take over 213 Canadian Safeway stores. In addition to the leadership he has demonstrated in business, Dr. Sobey is a community supporter and advocate for education. He has given his time and talents to many organizations, sitting on a number of boards, including Emera Inc. and Nova Scotia Power; as a member of the Board of Governors of Saint Mary's University; as a Trustee of Crombie REIT; and as a Director for Scotiabank, Empire Company Limited, and Sobeys Inc. In recognition of Dr. Sobey's many community contributions, he received the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal in 2013. He has also received three special tributes from Saint Mary's: an Associate Alumni Membership; induction into Saint Mary's Turning Points Hall of Leadership, and an Honorary Doctorate of Commerce. In accepting the role of Chancellor, Dr. Sobey will follow Dr. Robert P. Kelly FCA, who was installed as Chancellor in 2010. More information and complete details: www.smu.ca ((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected])) (c) 2014 ProQuest Information and Learning Company; All Rights Reserved. |