25 July 2024 – For Immediate Release
FREDERICTON, NB – At a time when information technology and cybersecurity have never been more important for businesses of all sizes, the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce is pleased to share the appointment of one of Canada’s top experts as its next president.
Last month at their annual general meeting, the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce welcomed David Shipley of Beauceron Security Inc. as its President for 2024-2025, taking over the role from Michael Melvin of McInnes Cooper. Melvin moves into the Past President role for a one-year term. Shipley has been a board member at the chamber since 2019. During that time and in preparation for the role, he has been heavily involved in the chamber’s activities, particularly in relation to advocacy and governance.
In this volunteer role, David will chair the chamber’s board of directors and support CEO Morgan Peters.
“It’s an honour to be able to give back to my community, which has helped me achieve my dream of founding a made-in-New Brunswick cybersecurity company,” says Shipley.
In his introductory message during the chamber annual general meeting, Shipley highlighted the important role the business community plays in creating a prosperous community and called for an ambitious urban agenda for Fredericton to shape the next 25 years of growth for the capital city.
Shipley is a recognized global expert in cybersecurity, frequently appearing in regional, national and international media. He co-founded Beauceron Security in 2016 with an innovative approach to cybersecurity awareness and risk management which empowers everyone within an organization to know more, and care more, about their key role in protecting against cyber-attacks. Beauceron Security now serves more than 700 clients across North America, Europe, and Africa with 730,000+ end-users. He continues to lead the company as CEO.
Prior to co-founding Beauceron Security, David was the security lead for the University of New Brunswick and developed its incident response, threat intelligence and awareness practice. He is a Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Information and Communications Studies, as well as a Master of Business Administration, from the University of New Brunswick. In 2023, David was awarded the Queen’s Jubilee Platinum Medal by the province of New Brunswick for his service in the Canadian Forces, work in cybersecurity, and for co-founding Beauceron Security. David is a former journalist and a Canadian Forces veteran.
“The Fredericton Chamber of Commerce continues to be an impactful and engaged community leader thanks to people like David passionately devoting their time and expertise,” said Chamber CEO Morgan Peters. “Our team is very fortunate to be continually led by talented and committed businesspeople that bring practical knowledge and innovative leadership to our organization.”
At the chamber’s annual general meeting in June, outgoing president Melvin presented the chamber’s President’s Award to Dr. Jillian Goodyear. The award celebrates a business, organization or individual for extraordinary service and contributions that have assisted the chamber overall, but in particular – during that president’s year. Dr. Jillian Goodyear has committed her time and talents beyond demanding professional responsibilities to work with the Fredericton Chamber of Commerce for the improvement of the medical resources available to physicians in service of their patients and our community.
In addition to Shipley and Melvin, the other Executive Committee members for 2024-25 are:
1st Vice President – Sara Holyoke, Delta Hotels Marriott Fredericton
2nd Vice President – Dave Milburn, Focal Point Landscape Design and Installation
Treasurer – Michelle Paquin, Spacek Armstrong & Norrad
Acting Treasurer – Daniel Hoyles, SnapTrade
Executive Member – Jordan O’Brien, Porter O’Brien
Executive Member – Fanny Bodart, The Property Ladies
The chamber board also had a number of incoming board members confirmed, replacing members that completed a two-year term.
The newest members of the chamber board are:
José Poirier, New Brunswick Multicultural Council
Cory Clark, Marwood Ltd.
Kaziya Chanda, Eastern College
Chris Hotchkiss, Hotchkiss Home Furnishings
Renna Eliakis, Cox & Palmer
Pat Price, Neil Squire Society
Returning Board Members are:
Stanley Barnaby, JEDI (Joint Economic Development Initiative)
Catherine McLatchie, Instant Imprints Fredericton
Devansh Bavishi, IG Wealth Management
Daniel Hoyles, Snaptrade
Scott McMullin, Covey Basics
Cameron McNeil, Par 94 Golf Inc.
Danielle Pelletier, VIVA Therapeutic Services
Kelsey Seymour, CC Goodwin Consulting Inc.
Finishing their terms on the board in 2024 are:
Jill Stairs – Daye Kelly & Associates
Tosin Ajibola, Welkom-U Inc.
Noel Eustace, Instant Imprints Atlantic
Jenna Evans, Stiletto: Make A Point
Ashley Dearing, Dearing Media
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The Fredericton Chamber of Commerce, a nationally accredited organization with more than 1,000 members, is an active business organization engaged in policy development and advocacy that affects the competitiveness of our members and the Canadian business environment. The Chamber’s vision is ‘Stronger Community Through Business Prosperity’
Contact: Morgan Peters, Fredericton Chamber of Commerce CEO – (506) 451-9742
