Rick Valdemarca


A bit about Rick
- Strategic Leadership
- Global Consulting Expertise
- Public Sector Specialization
Meet Rick Valdemarca
Rick Valdemarca is a seasoned consulting leader known for developing innovative strategies, fostering high-impact partnerships, and navigating organizations through complex and often unique business challenges. With over 30 years of consulting experience — including more than 25 years with Ernst & Young (EY) — Rick brings deep expertise in both public and international sectors.
As the former Public Sector Practice Leader for EY in Alberta, Rick was instrumental in building and leading high-performing teams dedicated to delivering value-driven solutions for government and public sector clients. His leadership was defined by a strong commitment to collaboration, excellence, and tangible outcomes.
Before his time in Canada, Rick spent a decade with EY’s Management Consulting Services Practice working on large-scale, transformational projects funded by the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. These international engagements sharpened his global perspective and ability to implement sustainable reforms in diverse and challenging environments.
Rick’s career reflects a passion for impact, a dedication to service, and a proven ability to turn complexity into opportunity.
Rick's Group Overview
Rick is deeply passionate about helping people and organizations move forward. Rick chairs a forum group consisting of CEOs.
Group Member Overview
Rick leads and mentors a Forum Group of CEOs to help them resolve their biggest challenges.

Meeting Locations
Rick’s forum group meet 7 times per year. Each member hosts the meeting at their preferred location which are hosted in the Edmonton area.
WHAT CAN PEER LEARNING DO FOR YOU?
Vision
The collective group will be able to provide valuable insights as to future outcomes.
SHARED EXPERIENCE
A valuable platform for creating a collective narrative that strengthens connections and promotes a sense of community.
SUPPORT
Members find a supportive community that offers insights, understanding and creates a valuable network for navigating challenges and fostering personal growth.