Jarislowsky Fellowship in Business Management
Unlock real-world success
Since 2015, the Jarislowsky Fellowship in Business Management has engaged over 1,000 Haskayne MBA students, providing them access to the wisdom of 10 distinguished Co-Fellows—leaders from business, social and public sectors—who share the pivotal experiences and lessons from their life journeys. Founded by philanthropist Stephen Jarislowsky, this fellowship emphasizes learning beyond textbooks.
Jarislowsky at a glance since 2015
2024/2025 Fellow
Leaders selected as fellows bring a rich perspective through their community involvement and exposure to the arts, international culture, religion, politics, diversity and other worldly knowledge. As an executive in residence at the Haskayne School of Business, our Jarislowsky Fellow for the 2024-25 academic year has committed to a limited number of specific duties during his term and will leverage his knowledge and connections to bring a broader range of people and perspectives to Haskayne students.
Irfhan Rawji
Managing Partner, Relay Ventures
Entering his second and final year of his two-year Jarislowsky Fellowship, Irfhan is driven by a set of objectives tailored to enrich the experiences of Haskayne MBA and EMBA students. Here's a glimpse into Irfhan's vision:
Beyond the classroom:
Irfhan aims to broaden the horizons of Haskayne business students. By delving into areas outside traditional business realms, he aims to cultivate well-rounded perspectives that transcend the confines of a typical business education.
Passion for a better tomorrow:
Sharing his passion for building a better country, Irfhan invites students to explore their roles in shaping a brighter future through engaging discussions and thought-provoking sessions.
Real-world perspectives:
By offering access to pragmatic, real-world perspectives, Irfhan enhances classroom teachings. Students gain insights beyond textbooks, fostering a deeper understanding of the complexities of the business landscape.
Cultivating essential qualities:
Irfhan prioritizes cultivating curiosity, adaptability and a desire to explore the lesser-known in Haskayne students. He guides them in developing a mindset that thrives on continuous learning and embraces the unfamiliar.
Photos from past Jarislowsky events
2023/24
Karen Radford, Former President/EVP, Telus & Chief Transformation Officer, Enbridge
Irfhan Rawji, Managing Partner, Relay Ventures
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2022/23
Patrick Lor, Managing Partner of Panache Ventures
Karen Radford, Former President/EVP, Telus & Chief Transformation Officer, Enbridge
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2021/22
Heather Culbert, Former Senior Vice President of Corporate Services, Enerplus
Patrick Lor, Managing Partner, Panache Ventures
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2020/21
Arthur Korpach, Former Vice Chairman Investment Banking of CIBC World Markets Inc
Heather Culbert, Former Senior Vice President of Corporate Services, Enerplus
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2019/20
Catherine Bell, Founder, Awakened Company and Consultant, DHR International
Arthur Korpach, Former Vice Chairman Investment Banking of CIBC World Markets Inc.
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2018/19
John Brussa, Partner and Chairman, Burnet, Duckworth & Palmer LLP (BD&P)
Catherine Bell, Founder, Awakened Company and Consultant, DHR International
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2017/18
Debbie Stein, Former VP Finance & CFO, AltaGas
John Brussa, Partner and Chairman, Burnet, Duckworth & Palmer LLP (BD&P)
2016/17
Bill Sembo, Former Vice Chairman at RBC Capital Markets LLC
Debbie Stein, Former VP Finance & CFO, AltaGas
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2015/16
Brian Felesky, Vice-Chairman, Investment Banking (Canada), Credit Suisse Securities and a founding partner of Felesky Flynn LP
Bill Sembo, Former Vice Chairman at RBC Capital Markets LLC
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2014/15
Brian Felesky, Vice-Chairman, Investment Banking (Canada), Credit Suisse Securities and a founding partner of Felesky Flynn LP
2014/15
Kathy Sendall, former VP, Petro Canada North American conventional oil and gas exploration
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2012/13 – 2013/14
Colin Jackson, former President and Chief Executive Officer of the EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts.
2011/12
John Forzani, Co-founder and former chairman of the Forzani Group.
2010/11
Clive Beddoe, Co-Founder and Former Chairman, WestJet Airlines Ltd.
2009/10
Martin Glynn, Former President & CEO of HSBC Bank Canada and HSBC Bank USA
2008/09
Gwyn Morgan, Founding President and retired CEO of EnCana Corporation
2007/08
Brian MacNeill , Former CEO of Enbridge from 1990 until his retirement in 2001. He served two terms as chair of the Board of Governors at the University of Calgary from 2001 to 2007.
Stephen A. Jarislowsky is the former President and current Chairman of Jarislowsky Fraser, a firm he started 60 years ago. Over that time, he has directed the growth of the company to become one of the largest and most successful investment management firms in Canada. Throughout his career, Mr. Jarislowsky has been a strong advocate for shareholder rights. He has been active in other corporations, participated in educational, cultural and charitable activities of many kinds, endowed twenty-one University S.A. Jarislowsky Chairs and contributes frequently to television, radio, magazines and newspapers. He is the recipient of the International Entrepreneurial Award from the University of Manitoba. Current public board directorships include Goodfellow Inc. where he is a director.
Videos
- Why did you establish the Jarislowsky Fellow in Business Management at the Haskayne School of Business?
- What life experiences have influenced you the most?
- What advice would you give Haskayne School of Business students?
The Jarislowsky Fellowship in Business Management executive in residence program is the result of a $1 million gift by the Jarislowsky Foundation in 2006 to the Haskayne School of Business. This gift was matched by the Government of Alberta’s Access to the Future Fund. The Jarislowsky Fellowship in Business Management provides a unique opportunity to enrich Haskayne School of Business students’ experience through engaging successful business, social sector and public sector leaders as role models. It is founded in philanthropist, Stephen Jarislowsky’s belief that by providing students with access to professionals, and their real world successes and failures, the university will increase the depth and breadth of the learning experience.
The Haskayne School gratefully acknowledges this generous gift provided by The Jarislowsky Foundation.