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Corporate Structure

Supporting our vision for success

NAIT meets the current and emerging needs for polytechnic education and applied research in Alberta. To support our polytechnic in achieving its vision we have the following organizational structure.

Board of Governors

NAIT has been a self-governing institution since the Government of Alberta transferred governance of the Institute to the NAIT Board of Governors in 1982.

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Executive

Laura Jo Gunter

Laura Jo Gunter

President and CEO

Laura Jo Gunter became NAIT’s seventh President and CEO on August 24, 2020. An innovative leader, she brings extensive post-secondary knowledge and an entrepreneurial spirit to her role.

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Peter Leclaire

Peter Leclaire

Vice-President Academic

Peter Leclaire joined NAIT as Vice-President Academic in March 2022.

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Gerard Hayes

Gerard Hayes

Vice-President Students and Campus Life

Gerard Hayes joined NAIT as Vice-President Students and Campus Life in May 2022.

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Shawn McMillan

Shawn McMillan

Fractional VP Administration & CFO

Shawn McMillan joined NAIT as Fractional VP Administration & CFO in May 2024.

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Academic Council

NAIT’s Academic Council makes recommendations to the Board of Governors about academic policy related to student admissions, courses and programs, academic awards, and other academic matters.

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