The Durham District School Board (DDSB) is pleased to announce the appointment of David Wright to the position of Associate Director, Corporate Services.
David is an experienced leader in public education with an extensive work history in both public and private sector finance as a Chartered Public Accountant (CPA, CA). His appointment is effective October 5, 2020.
Most recently, David was the Superintendent of Business at the Lakehead District School Board (LDSB), leading the business team as the Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer of the Board. He also has served as a Finance Officer at the Ministry of Education, where he effectively collaborated and communicated with staff at school boards across Northwestern Ontario and various Ministry of Education branches.
In his role as Associate Director, Corporate Services, David will be supporting our Information Technology (IT), Business, and Facilities Services teams. Through his comprehensive business and financial experience, David will bring varied perspectives and strategic guidance to the DDSB as we continue to adapt to the ever-changing COVID-19 pandemic.
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"The Board of Trustees is excited to welcome David Wright to his new role as Associate Director, Corporate Services. David is an accomplished problem-solver, has a track record of success and will be a welcome addition to the senior leadership team."
- Chris Braney, Chair of the Board
"David Wright is an experienced and respected leader in public education. We believe he will be an incredible asset to our senior team, placing student learning and well-being at the forefront of responsible financial management along with strong collaborative leadership."
- Norah Marsh, Acting Director of Education
