BEng Electrical Eng ’81
Consultant & Advisor, LT Consulting
Lawrence is an experienced executive & engineering leader of integrated circuits electronics design and development. He is currently a consultant, advisor, and mentor at LT Consulting, leveraging his expertise to guide technology strategies and foster innovation. Previously, Lawrence held senior leadership roles at Marvell Semiconductor, including Executive Vice President of Central Engineering AMS Group, and at Inphi Corporation as Senior Vice President of Central Engineering.
A graduate of McMaster University, Lawrence earned his Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering before completing a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley.
His career reflects a deep commitment to advancing semiconductor technology and fostering innovation through strategic industry and academic collaborations.
BEng Civil Eng ’95
Senior Vice President & Chief Transition Officer, Enbridge
Michelle George is Senior Vice President and Chief Transition Officer at Enbridge Gas Inc. and a member of Enbridge’s Executive Leadership Team. She is responsible for driving organizational change and initiatives that enable growth, position the company to capture new opportunities, and ensure we continue to add value to our customers and stakeholders. She works closely with senior leadership and across businesses to streamline business processes, enhance competitiveness and sustain high performance in service of Enbridge’s mission to be the first choice for energy delivery in North America and beyond.
George was elected as a Fellow into the Canadian Academy of Engineering in 2022 and was named one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women: Top 100 by the Women’s Executive Network in 2019. She is a Professional Engineer and holds a Bachelor of Civil Engineering and Management degree from McMaster University.
BEng Civil Eng ’88
President & Chief Technology Officer, Westhill Innovation Inc.
Gina Succi is a visionary engineer and entrepreneur, currently serving as President and Chief Technology Officer of Westhill Innovation Inc., a company pioneering solar-powered solutions for sustainable transportation. She has dedicated her career to advancing green technologies and promoting innovation in Canada’s transportation and construction sectors. Gina is a recognized leader in clean tech and a passionate advocate for women in STEM, frequently mentoring young professionals and students. She is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering and has remained actively engaged with McMaster, contributing her expertise to inspire future engineers. Her work embodies the values of innovation, service, and community that define the Engineering Leadership Award.
BTech Civil Eng Infrastructure ’03
Co-Chief Executive Officer, Adi Development Group
Saud Adi is the Co-Chief Executive Officer of Adi Development Group, a leading real estate development firm based in Burlington, Ontario. He is graduate of McMaster’s Bachelor of Technology program in Civil Engineering Infrastructure Technology and leverages his engineering background to oversee all aspects of construction operations, including building science, value engineering, procurement, and project management. Under his leadership, Adi Development has grown into a multi-billion-dollar enterprise, recognized for its innovative and sustainable communities. Saud’s commitment to excellence and resilience has earned him recognition as one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40. He remains actively engaged with McMaster Engineering, serving on the Dean’s Advisory Board and supporting initiatives that foster student development and community impact.
BEng Mechanical Eng ’88
Vice-President Business Integration & Transition Management, Decarbonization, ArcelorMittal Dofasco
Angela Pappin is a trailblazing executive at ArcelorMittal Dofasco, currently serving as Vice President of Business Integration and Transition Management for Decarbonization. She made company history in 2018 when she became the first woman appointed Vice President of Manufacturing in over a century. Throughout her career, she has held key leadership roles in technology, quality, and strategy, and now leads transformative initiatives that accelerate innovation and sustainability in steelmaking. Angela is also a dedicated advocate for women in STEM and an active member of McMaster Engineering’s Dean’s Advisory Board. Her leadership, mentorship, and dedication to innovation reflect the core values of the Engineering Leadership Award.
President & Owner, Booth Advisory Inc.
Catherine Booth is an accomplished consultant, executive, and board member specializing in large-scale, technology-driven transformation initiatives across multiple industries. As President and Owner of Booth Advisory Inc., she advises organizations on the successful delivery of complex, high-risk projects. Her previous leadership roles include CIO of Loblaw Companies, VP of IT at Canadian Tire, and executive positions at Capgemini, and Ernst & Young. A passionate advocate for education and governance, Catherine has served on numerous boards, including Vice Chair of the University of Waterloo and Director of United Way Toronto. An award-winning leader and Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering, she exemplifies the impact of engineering leadership on business and community.
Gilles Patry is a distinguished Canadian engineer, academic leader, and consultant with a career spanning academia, industry, and national research policy. Trained as a civil engineer, he earned his BASc and MASc from the University of Ottawa and a PhD from the University of California, Davis, specializing in environmental systems and wastewater treatment modelling. Dr. Patry founded Hydromantis Inc. in 1985, an international firm known for developing advanced simulation tools for water and wastewater treatment, and authored more than 125 peer‑reviewed publications in the field. He went on to hold senior academic leadership roles at the University of Ottawa, serving as Dean of Engineering, Vice‑President (Academic), and ultimately President and Vice‑Chancellor from 2001 to 2008. His later career included serving as President and CEO of the Canada Foundation for Innovation (2010–2017) and Executive Director of the U15 Group of Canadian Research Universities (2017–2022). Widely honoured for his contributions, he is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Engineering and recipient of multiple honorary doctorates from leading universities in Canada and abroad.
Chairman: Africa, Europe & Middle East, Hatch
Trueman Goba is a highly respected civil engineer and Chair of Hatch Africa, recognized globally for his visionary leadership and contributions to the engineering profession. With degrees from the University of Natal and Cornell University, Goba founded his own firm, GMA, which ultimately merged with Hatch in 2013. He has held numerous leadership roles within South Africa’s engineering community, including President of the SA Institution of Civil Engineers, Chair of the Engineering Council of South Africa, and member of the country’s first National Planning Commission. In recognition of his impact, he has received multiple honorary doctorates and was named an Honorary Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering in 2021. Goba’s lifelong dedication to advancing engineering excellence and inclusive development exemplifies the spirit of the Engineering Leadership Award.
President & Principal Consultant, MLDuhaime Consulting
Michael L. Duhaime is a seasoned automotive engineer and executive who served as Global Director of Electrified Powertrain Propulsion Systems at Chrysler Group LLC (now part of Stellantis). In this role, he led the development and integration of hybrid and electric propulsion technologies across the company’s global vehicle platforms. Duhaime played a pivotal role in advancing Chrysler’s electrification strategy, overseeing the design and implementation of battery systems, electric motors, and power electronics. His leadership contributed to the launch of key electrified models, including plug-in hybrids and fully electric vehicles. With a background in mechanical engineering, Duhaime has been instrumental in bridging traditional automotive engineering with emerging electric vehicle technologies. He now serves as President of MLDuhaime Consulting, where he advises global companies and startups on innovation in electrification, mobility, and vehicle technology integration.
BEng Mechanical Eng ’83
Former Director General, CanmetMATERIALS Technology Laboratory, Natural Resources Canada
Jennifer Jackman is a distinguished leader in Canada’s materials science and engineering community. As Director General of the CanmetMATERIALS Technology Laboratory at Natural Resources Canada, she oversaw one of the country’s premier research facilities dedicated to the development and performance assessment of metals and minerals-based materials. Under her leadership, CANMET-MTL advanced innovations in lightweight materials, sustainable manufacturing processes, and materials performance, contributing significantly to sectors such as transportation, construction, and energy. Her commitment to fostering collaboration between government, industry, and academia has been instrumental in driving technological advancements and supporting Canada’s economic growth.
Director of Government Relations, Ford Motor Company of Canada Ltd.
Caroline Hughes is the Director of Government Relations at Ford Motor Company of Canada, Ltd., where she leads policy discussions with government and analyzes economic trends affecting the automotive industry. She also develops long-range vehicle sales forecasts for Ford of Canada. In addition to her government work, she collaborates with Ford’s U.S. teams on strategic manufacturing projects, including the transformation of the Oakville and Essex plants. With over 20 years at Ford, Ms. Hughes has held various roles in Finance and Vehicle Sales. She also serves as Vice-Chair of the Oakville Chamber of Commerce and advises the Automotive Policy Research Centre at McMaster University.
Former President & CEO, ArcelorMittal Dofasco
Jüergen Schachler served as President and CEO of ArcelorMittal Dofasco, Canada’s largest steel producer, where he led the company through significant transformations in the global steel industry. During his tenure, he oversaw the integration of Dofasco into the ArcelorMittal group, reinforcing the company’s identity while aligning it with the world’s leading steelmaker. His leadership emphasized innovation, operational excellence, and community engagement, contributing to the company’s enduring success. After six years with the company, he transitioned to a new role within ArcelorMittal in Europe, with Jim Baske succeeding him as President and CEO of ArcelorMittal Dofasco. Currently, Schachler continues to influence the steel industry through his involvement in various leadership and advisory roles within the sector.
PhD Chemical ’77
Former Vice President: Science & Technology Development, Ontario Power Generation
Dr. Paul Spekkens is a seasoned leader in Canada’s nuclear energy sector, having served as Vice President of Science and Technology Development at Ontario Power Generation (OPG) from 2004 to 2016. At OPG, he led major initiatives related to feeder integrity and fuel channel life extension, helping extend the safe operation of the Pickering Nuclear units beyond their original design life. Since retiring, Dr. Spekkens has continued to shape the field through roles such as Chair of the Research Advisory Committee for the University Network of Excellence in Nuclear Engineering (UNENE). He also advises the CANDU Owners Group Small Modular Reactor Technology Forum and serves on external advisory committees for the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. His career reflects a lasting commitment to nuclear innovation, safety, and research excellence in Canada.
Robert B. Magee is a distinguished Canadian chemical engineer and business leader recognized for his lasting impact on advanced manufacturing and engineering education. He spent his career at The Woodbridge Group, a global manufacturer of polyurethane foam products, starting as a co‑op student and process engineer and rising to President and CEO from 1999 to 2014, during which time he helped grow the company into a multinational enterprise spanning multiple continents while championing innovation, research and development, and the practical application of chemical engineering in industry. In recognition of his contributions to chemistry and chemical engineering in Canada, he received the Chemical Institute of Canada’s Montreal Medal in 2018. Beyond his corporate leadership, Magee has been deeply committed to strengthening Canada’s technical education ecosystem through support for cooperative education, industry‑academic partnerships, and innovation policy, serving on numerous boards and councils including the University of Waterloo’s Dean of Engineering Advisory Council and Canada’s Automotive Partnership Council. A founding director of the Yves Landry Technological Education Foundation, he has also received multiple honours for leadership and service, including engineering alumni awards and an honorary doctorate, reflecting a career dedicated to bridging engineering excellence, industry leadership, and educational advancement in Canada.
Carl Fuerst, Chief Scientist, General Motors
Joseph (Joe) Liburdi was a pioneering engineer, entrepreneur, and philanthropist whose career blended technical excellence with a deep commitment to innovation and education. Originally from Ceccano, Italy, Liburdi earned his Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering Materials from the University of Windsor in 1967 before beginning his professional career at Westinghouse, where he spent 12 years in turbine metallurgy and engineering leadership. He later founded Liburdi Engineering Ltd., building it into a globally respected group of companies specializing in gas turbine repair technologies, advanced welding automation, and high‑performance manufacturing solutions. Renowned for his technical ingenuity, Liburdi helped redefine industry standards while establishing Canada as a leader in turbine and welding innovation. Equally important to Liburdi was his lifelong dedication to supporting the next generation of engineers. For more than three decades, he maintained a close relationship with McMaster University, serving on the Faculty of Engineering Dean’s Advisory Board and generously supporting students through bursaries, awards, experiential learning opportunities, and research partnerships. His leadership and philanthropy earned him numerous honours, including induction into the Canadian Academy of Engineering, and an honorary doctorate from McMaster University in 2021.
Joseph Ng is a visionary entrepreneur and engineer who immigrated to Canada in 1968 to pursue electrical engineering, earning his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of New Brunswick in 1973. After early engineering roles in Canadian industry, including work in Hamilton, Ontario, he founded Joe Ng Engineering in 1980 and grew it from a one‑person consultancy into the international, multi‑industry JNE Group of Companies, with operations spanning engineering, automation, chemicals, biotechnology, and power across North America and Asia. Alongside his business success, Ng has demonstrated a strong commitment to community leadership and education, supporting healthcare, cultural, and post‑secondary initiatives, serving as chair of the Hamilton Health Sciences Campaign, and receiving an honorary Doctor of Science degree from the University of New Brunswick in 2013.
Douglas Barber, OC is a distinguished Canadian engineer and technology entrepreneur best known for co‑founding Linear Technology Inc. in 1973, later rebranded as Gennum Corporation, a globally recognized semiconductor company. As president and CEO, Barber led Gennum’s growth into a successful international enterprise whose technologies became widely used in hearing aid microcircuitry and broadcast video systems, helping position Canada as a leader in microelectronics innovation. Alongside his industry leadership, Barber devoted decades to engineering education and public service, serving as a long‑time part‑time professor of engineering physics at McMaster University, chair of its Board of Governors, and a national advocate for university–industry collaboration. His contributions have been recognized with numerous honours, including the Professional Engineers Ontario Gold Medal and appointment as an Officer of the Order of Canada, reflecting a career defined by innovation, leadership, and service to the engineering profession.
John T. Mayberry is a respected Canadian industrial executive best known for his long and influential leadership at Dofasco Inc., one of North America’s most successful steel manufacturers. Joining the company in 1967, Mayberry built a 35‑year career across sales, marketing, and operations before being appointed vice‑president and works manager in 1987, and later serving as chair and chief executive officer. Under his tenure, Dofasco strengthened its reputation as a financially strong, globally recognized leader in the steel industry, marked by operational excellence and a clear long‑term growth strategy. In 2002, Mayberry announced his retirement effective following the company’s 2003 annual meeting, leaving behind a well‑planned succession and a legacy of steady leadership, strong corporate culture, and enduring success for the organization.