Debbie Lai

Debbie Lai is the Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors at Wellesley Central Residences. She is an accomplished executive leader with over 20 years of experience in strategic growth and operational leadership across various sectors including Retail, Consulting, and Healthcare.1

Key points about Debbie Lai:

1. Professional Background:

   • Started her career as a Clinical Pharmacist
   • Completed her MBA at the Rotman School of Management, University of Toronto
   • Joined Deloitte Consulting, advising healthcare organizations on operations and strategy across Canada

2. Areas of Expertise:

   • Marketing
   • Loyalty programs
   • Category Management
   • Project Management
   • Pharmacy
   • Procurement

3. Leadership Style:

   • Known as a "trusted disruptor"
   • Takes a pragmatic approach to strategy
   • Balances innovation with investment risks and rewards

4. Skills:

   • Strategic agility
   • Operational leadership
   • Healthcare sector knowledge

Debbie Lai's diverse experience in healthcare, consulting, and retail, combined with her strategic thinking and operational expertise, makes her a valuable member of the Wellesley Central Residences board.1