Margaret-Jean Mannix

With a rich background studying the fields of families in business, the family office, and family philanthropy, Margaret-Jean has been at the helm of Viridian since 2006. Under her leadership, the company has achieved remarkable growth, driven by a vision of excellence and inspiration.

Margaret-Jean graduated from Loyola University’s Next Generation Leadership Institute and has completed coaching certificates with the Coaches Training Institute. She has also obtained her ICD.D designation from the Directors’ Education Program offered through the Haskayne School of Business and the Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) designation through Family Enterprise Canada.

Her extensive experience spans various board roles for other organizations as well, including serving on the board of Family Enterprise Canada since December 2011, and serving as Chair of the Family Enterprise Foundation.

A firm believer in life-long learning, people first and authentic connection, Margaret-Jean is passionate about fostering a culture of collaboration.