I am pleased to announce the appointment of Brandy Dwyer as Toronto Metropolitan University's assistant vice-president, University Business Services, effective March 17, 2025. In this role, Brandy will oversee ancillary services on campus including the Campus Store, Duplicating and Printing, Events and Space Reservations, OneCard, Parking Services, Hospitality Services and the Urban Farm with an overarching focus on meeting the changing and diverse needs of our students, faculty and staff while supporting the academic mission of our university.
Brandy Dwyer will commence her appointment as assistant vice-president, University Business Services on March 17.
Known for her collaborative style and team-building approach to leadership, Brandy has extensive experience in both ancillary services and the post-secondary landscape. She joins TMU from Conestoga College where she is currently the executive director of Student Ancillary Services.
During her time at Conestoga College, Brandy oversaw key initiatives including the implementation of a new college-wide printing strategy, resulting in significant cost savings and reducing print waste; a successful e-commerce model for merchandise, course materials, and supplies supporting thousands of students and programs with day one access to materials; launching dozens of food and retail services across multiple campuses. Prior to Brandy's time at Conestoga College she held roles at Sheridan College and Mohawk College.
A growth-oriented leader, Brandy has held leadership roles in post-secondary institutions during times of considerable change and growth. Through this experience, Brandy has developed a leadership style focused on resilience and flexibility while ensuring sustainability and fiscal responsibility are considered in all decision-making. She values leading and building diverse service teams and is committed to equitable hiring that ensures reliable and inclusive ancillary services.
Brandy is looking forward to joining TMU and is excited to enhance current services and develop new ancillary opportunities in a unique urban setting in the centre of the country's largest city.
As we prepare to welcome Brandy to the university, I want to again thank Voula Cocolakis for her contributions and congratulate her on her retirement.
I would also like to thank members of the selection panel for their participation and contributions:
- Tony Conte, Executive Director, Office of the Provost and Vice-President, Academic
- Glenda Mallon, Assistant Vice-President, Facilities Management and Development
- Joanne McKee, Chief Financial Officer
- Heather Wood London, Executive Director, Strategic HR Partnerships & Labour Relations
- Saeed Zolfaghari, Vice-President, Administration and Operations (Panel Chair)
Saeed Zolfaghari
Vice-President, Administration and Operations
