Mark Buzan, APR-CAE

Mark Buzan is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in nonprofit management and association leadership. He currently serves as the Directeur général (Executive Director) for the Association des entrepreneurs spécialisés en procédé industriel (AESPIQ) through his company, Our Executive Director.2

Professional Background

Mark Buzan has nearly two decades of experience in various leadership roles, including:

• Board Director
• Director of Communications
• Government Relations
• Marketing and Business Development

He has worked as a consultant for private sector, government, and associations, ultimately leading to his roles as Executive Director, President, and CEO of two national associations.1

Current Roles and Responsibilities

As the Directeur général for AESPIQ, Mark's responsibilities include:

• Grouping companies operating in the field of non-construction production machinery
• Acting as a support and spokesperson for the association
• Protecting the interests of AESPIQ members
• Providing tools and advisory services to maximize member operations2

Other Notable Positions

In addition to his role with AESPIQ, Mark Buzan holds several other significant positions:

1. Executive Director of the College of Professional Pilots of Canada (since July 2021)2
2. Executive Director of the International Erosion Control Association (Canada) (since April 2021)2
3. Executive Director of the Learning Disabilities Association of Canada (since July 2020)2
4. Executive Director of the Project Management Association of Canada (since May 2018)2
5. Founder and Executive Director of the Society of NonProfit Board Directors (since October 2017)2

Expertise and Approach

Mark Buzan is known for his unique and effective approach to nonprofit management, which includes:

• Training boards of directors, executive directors, and staff
• Implementing innovative strategies for revenue and membership growth
• Enhancing board and volunteer engagement
• Balancing the cost of hiring staff versus volunteer burnout

His method has helped nonprofits and associations increase their revenues, conduct more productive meetings, and focus on executable strategies.

Publications

Mark has authored four books for nonprofit boards, covering topics such as:

• Governance
• Strategy
• Strategy implementation
• Recruiting the best board members1

With his extensive experience and innovative approaches, Mark Buzan continues to make significant contributions to the nonprofit and association management sector through his company, Our Executive Director.