Become a MacKay Advisor
Contribute trusted expertise, deepen meaningful relationships, and support CEOs, Executives, Business Owners,Forum Chairs, and Strategic Partners when it matters most.
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Trusted Expertise, Real Impact
MacKay Advisors are respected professionals who contribute insight, perspective, and experience to our peer learning community. Advisors support Forum Chairs and Members by showing up with relevance, generosity, and discretion, helping leaders think clearly, reduce risk, and accelerate growth.
Meet our AdvisorsAdvisor Community
A trusted network of advisors supporting CEOs, Executives, Business Owners, Forum Chairs, and Partners.
130
Active Advisors Across Canada
1300
CEOs, Executives, and Business Owners
100
Forum Groups Nationwide
700
Annual Forum Meetings & Power Hours
Why Become an Advisor
Advisors build trust, contribute insight, and grow through meaningful peer-driven relationships.
Meaningful Connections
Build trusted relationships with CEOs, Executives, Forum Chairs, and fellow Advisors through shared purpose and relevance.
Relevance Over Reach
Engage where your expertise is genuinely needed, aligned to real leadership challenges and timely business decisions.
Long-Term Impact
Contribute to long-term leadership strength by supporting Canadian businesses as they build healthier organizations and drive sustainable economic impact across the country.
Who MacKay Advisors Are
MacKay Advisors are experienced executives, consultants, coaches, and senior leaders who work closely with Members and Forum Chairs across Canada. They are collaborative, generous connectors with strong networks who lead with credibility and discretion. Advisors contribute insight, make meaningful introductions, and support long-term value creation—prioritizing trust, relevance, and shared success over transactions.
What Our Members Are Saying
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“Being able to sit in a room and learn from others gave insights that helped improve my leadership and business outcomes.”
David Labistour, Former CEO, MEC
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“I can honestly say that I would not be here today without peer mentoring. It’s changed my life. I went through a personal divorce, business divorce, and dealing with the mental health of one of my kids. All of these things happened at the same time. Peer mentoring got me through this difficult time.”
Dave Ancrum, Founder & CEO, A&G Creative Group
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“MacKay CEO Forums has been a worthwhile investment of my time and my money, helping me organize my time and hone in on what’s important.”
Jeff Jamieson, President, Hangry Panda Hospitality
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“It’s really important to be part of a peer group because it’s been a fantastic network of peers and colleagues at the same level, allowing us to support each other and grow together on this journey. Peer learning has truly impacted my organization by enabling us to learn from one another. It’s about lived, shared experiences that are real and true.”
Jennifer Cho, CFO at Engineers & Geoscientists BC
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“Some of my initial hesitations when considering joining a group were the return on my time and the return on my investment. I remember those being significant hurdles for me. What I can say now is that you absolutely get a return on both. The MacKay experience is very different—it isn’t a referral network, but a peer group of business associates you come to know, like, and trust.”
Mike Star, Realtor, AlbertaRE
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“Being part of a peer group has been extremely helpful for me in many situations. First and foremost, it has provided a safe environment where I can share both personal and professional experiences with peers and hear thoughtful feedback based on similar situations they’ve faced in the past. That sense of safety has been incredibly important to me.”
Tony Quo Vadis, CFO, Cansel Group of Companies
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“What’s really important in terms of a peer group for me is that I am able to get the inspiration, the guidance in a really efficient and effective way because it’s already been curated for me. It’s always applicable in my day to day as a leader.”
Ute Preusse, Co-Founder & CEO, Will Creative Inc.
How Advisors Engage
Advisors contribute in many ways: through introductions, thought leadership, event participation, and supporting Forum Chairs behind the scenes. Engagement is intentional, flexible, and grounded in relevance, not obligation.
Is This a Fit?
The Advisor role is ideal for professionals who value trust, relevance, and long-term impact. If you enjoy contributing expertise without selling, supporting leaders at critical moments, and being part of a generous, values-driven community, MacKay may be the right place.
Built on Generosity
The MacKay Advisor program is grounded in generosity. Advisors support Forum Chairs by opening their networks, sharing perspective, and making thoughtful introductions when there is genuine fit. This spirit of contribution strengthens our Forums, deepens trust, and helps leaders across Canada grow stronger together.
Mutual Value, Long-Term Impact
Advisors and Chairs work in partnership to create long-term value. Advisors help Forums grow through insight and connection, while Chairs support Advisors by offering visibility, access, and meaningful engagement within the MacKay community. When done well, this collaboration accelerates leadership, business growth, and impact across the Canadian economy.
Advisor Support
We equip Advisors with context, clarity, and opportunities to engage meaningfully.
Advisor Toolkit
Access guides, templates, and resources to help you engage confidently and appropriately.
Chair Alignment
Forum Chairs help ensure Advisor involvement is timely, relevant, and aligned to member needs.
Community Access
Advisors are part of the broader MacKay ecosystem, events, and leadership conversations.
Advisor FAQs
Common questions about the Advisor role, expectations, and how engagement works.
Yes. Advisors contribute an annual $500 membership fee. This supports the stewardship of the community and reflects a shared commitment to trust, quality, and long-term impact.
Advisors engage through conversations, introductions, event participation, and supporting Forum Chairs when specific expertise is relevant to member needs.
No. Advisors come from diverse disciplines. What matters most is credibility, relevance, and the ability to contribute thoughtfully to leadership conversations.
No. Advisor engagement is flexible and based on relevance, availability, and mutual fit rather than quotas or required participation.
Yes. Advisors are part of a broader ecosystem and often collaborate informally with other trusted professionals when it benefits members and the community.
No. Advisors engage through relevance and trust. There is no selling or pitching expectation.
Advisors support Chairs by providing expertise when appropriate and aligned to group needs.
Forum Chairs act as stewards of trust, ensuring introductions and involvement are intentional, timely, and aligned with what members are navigating.
MacKay is built on generosity, discretion, and shared purpose. Relationships form through trust and relevance, not transactional networking or promotion.
Become an Advisor
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