Chief Executive Officer

Location: St. John's

Chief Executive Officer,techNL
St. John’s, NL

Lead at the intersection of innovation and opportunity where Newfoundland and Labrador’s burgeoning tech landscapethrives.

The Organization
With a vision to become the most sought-after tech ecosystem in Canada,tech

NLis globally recognized for fostering a diverse, collaborative community on behalf of its members and partners. Newfoundland and Labrador’s tech sector already contributes more than $1.8 billion annually to the provincial economy and has grown by 24% between 2016 and 2023. We are home to the first AI unicorn in Canada and one of the largest acquisitions of a tech company in Canadian history:

Verafinwasacquiredby NASDAQ for $3.6 billion in 2020. Globally competitive businesses are built here, including Kraken Robotics (public and valued at $1.4 billion). In 2025,nearly 80% of all equity funding raised in Atlantic Canada was secured by Newfoundland and Labrador-based companies, totaling $295.5 million.tech

NLaccelerates the growth of the tech sector in Newfoundland and Labrador through business growth services, a collective voice, and an active network of tech and tech-enabled companies.tech

NL’sprograms support talent development including upskilling, employment services, digital transformation, and overall ecosystem development. In collaboration with its partners,tech

NLis developing the technology sector as a leading contributor to the Newfoundland and Labrador economy, positioned to generate $2.5 billion of economic value annually by 2030.

The Role
Reporting to the Board of Directors, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) is the driving force behindtech

NL’svision, strategy, and impact. This is a rare opportunity to lead a dynamic, member‑driven organization at the heart of one of Canada’s leading technology ecosystems.

With emerging priorities in artificial intelligence, cyber, and defence,tech

NLis seekingacollaborativeleader to build trusted relationshipswithmembers,industry partners, government,post-secondaryandotherstakeholders to advance a thriving economy. Supported by a talented senior management team, the CEO will champion the interests ofmembership, strengthen advocacy efforts, andbuild on the success oftech

NL’sprograms and services.

With a focus on long‑term sustainability, the CEOkeeps their thumb on the pulse of the technology ecosystem, ensuringtech

NLremainsstrategically relevant, and positioned for continued impact.

Key Areas of Leadership and Oversight:

A strong systems leader, the CEOdevelopsandadvancesa clear visiontoguide the organization’s long‑term direction and promotes the success of member companies.

Buildstrust and credibility while actively advocating fortech

NLwith members, partners, and the broader technology ecosystem.

Serve as a spokesperson for the organization andambassador forthe sector, championinginitiativesthat enhance

Newfoundland and Labrador’s competitiveness in national and global markets.

Implements data-driven performance metrics to measure growth, program effectiveness, and overall sector impact.

Adaptstech

NL’smodel to meet the evolving needs of early‑stage, scaling, and established companies through differentiated services and measurable member value.

Overseeshuman resource management, including policies,and organizational structure,fostering a culture of open communication, engagement, and high performance.

Embedsthe principles of EDIA-AR and reconciliation intheir worktoreflecttech

NL’scommitment to inclusive sector growth and Indigenous engagement.

The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate bringsdemonstratedsenior leadership experienceunderlined bya passion and visionfor Newfoundland and Labrador’s technology sector.

This vision is underpinned by the provincial scope oftech

NL,recognizing the need toenablethe participation ofentrepreneurs fromruraland remoteregions.

As CEO, youwillanticipaterelevantemerging trends, challenges, and opportunities,and translate that insight into action.

Withanability to inspire, this leader excels at building strong, trusted relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.

Their advanced stakeholder engagement and advocacy skills will be instrumental in advancingtech

NL’svision, strategy, and…