As CEO of Innovation PEI, Brad Colwill focuses on building a vibrant provincial economy. A Chartered Accountant with a long career in public service, he has held several Deputy Minister roles, including for Environment, Energy and Climate Action, leveraging his expertise in business development and finance.
A native of Prince Edward Island, Brad resides in Stratford with his wife and three children. He has contributed to the local education sector as a past board member for Holland College and as a sessional lecturer in the Faculty of Business at his alma mater, the University of Prince Edward Island.
While studying at the University of Prince Edward Island, he was named the Business Co-op Student of the Year for his professionalism and strong work ethic.
Brad Colwill
Chief Executive Officer at Innovation PEI
Stratford, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Overview
Topics They Care About
Economic Development
As CEO of Innovation PEI, his stated goal is to build a vibrant, diverse, and growing economy by fostering business innovation and sustainable success.
Sustainable Energy
As former Deputy Minister of Environment, Energy and Climate Action, he chaired the PEI Energy Corporation, which operates wind farms and microgrid projects.
Public Sector Leadership
Has built a career in public service since 2009, holding multiple high-level Deputy Minister positions across various government departments in Prince Edward Island.
Media Appearances
Work History
8-2023
Chief Executive Officer at Innovation PEI
2-2021 - 8-2023
Deputy Minister at Department of Environment, Energy and Climate Action
5-2019 - 2-2021
Deputy Minister at Department of Environment, Water and Climate Change
9-2017 - 5-2019
Deputy Minister at Department of Workforce and Advanced Learning
3-2016 - 5-2019
Chief Executive Officer at PEI Student Financial Assistance Corporation
Education
2001 - 2006
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) from University of Prince Edward Island
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Location : Stratford, Prince Edward Island, Canada
Job Level : Leadership
Designation : Chief Executive Officer at Innovation PEI
