Invest in the Future of Business Leadership
The Dean’s Circle is a distinguished community of alumni and business leaders who are shaping the future of business education and advancing the mission of the Edwards School of Business. Through philanthropic commitments, Dean’s Circle members empower and elevate the caliber of Edwards graduates and strengthen the business community by producing graduates who are ready to innovate, lead, and drive economic growth.
Why Join the Dean’s Circle?
Dean’s Circle members support initiatives that go beyond the classroom. Your investments will help Edwards students develop the skills, confidence, and connections required to lead in complex, fast-changing business environments.
Key areas your support can add value:
- Student scholarships that open the door for future leaders and enable access to education for students.
- Experiential learning opportunities that bridge academic and real-world business challenges through hands-on business projects and industry partnerships.
- Case competitions and conferences allowing student participation in high-level events at the national and international level.
- Professional development and travel that expands students' networks and career prospects through travel, mentorship, and immersive experiences.
These initiatives directly contribute to the success of Edwards students and amplify the value and reputation of an Edwards degree.
Members
$50,000
Merlis Belsher
Melvin C. Berg
Murray Edwards
James Estey
Kent Ferguson
John Gordon
Kevin Kruk
Larry Moeller
Gordon Rawlinson
Lyle Zdunich
$25,000
Mansel Binkley
Joy Crawford
Michael Greenberg
Brent & Deborah Hesje
Cara Keating
Grant Kook
Bill Lamberton
George Marlatte
Scott & Grit McCreath
Margret McKenzie
Barry Munro
John Storey
Daphne Taras
Gord & Donna Thompson
Lorne Wright
Warren Wood
$10,000
Daphne Arnason & Leo Bourassa
Wayne Bamford
Shelley Brown
Steve Flynn
Gord & Maureen Haddock
Kevin Leier
Duncan Mackenzie
Tom McClocklin
Matt McMillan & Krystle Sawatsky
Karen Stewart & Daniel Themig
Lynne Pearson
$5,000
Jay Aasen
Govind Achuythan
Jeffrey & Desiree Bourassa
W. John Brennan
Jeret Bode
Megan Cantwell
Tim Conlin
Robert Connoly
Glenn Dagenais
Dwayne Dahl
Gordon den Brok
Matthew Ditlove
Don Engle
Ronald Fior
Rand Flynn
Sandra Foster
Don Fox
Barry & Gisele Frank
Rod Gerla
Kerry Goulard
Audrey & Brad Grant
Kristen Hamm
Stewart Hanlon
Zane Hansen
Christopher Hengen-Braun
Art & Deb Korpach
Michael Lamborn
Greg Longster
Cindy Lowe
Wally Mah
Louis Marcil
Russel Marcoux
Martin Margolis
Bryan McCrea
Neil McMillan
Randy Meidl
Lawrence Moffat
Jack Neumann
Annette Pilipiak
Tom Pinder
Cathy & Jerry Richardson
Donald Robb
Lloyd Rowlett
Michael Rushby
Bernie Slogotski
Claudia Senkiw
Greg Smith
James Sproule
Gord Stewart
Lee Swanson
Colin Taylor
Shelley Thiel
Ryan Townend
Wayne Ulrich
Basil & Cheryl Walsen
Cliff Wiegers
Colton Wiegers
Keith Willoughby
Greg Yuel
Member Engagement
Joining the Dean’s Circle is an expression of pride in Edwards and a commitment to building a strong and vibrant business community. Dean’s Circle members have access to unique opportunities for engagement with Edwards, including:
- Participation in exclusive events hosted by the Dean
- Opportunities to inform and guide school priorities
- Networking with Edwards’ most influential and caring circle of friends
- Recognition as champions of student success and academic excellence
Membership Levels
Members of the Dean's Circle commit to a five-year pledge and have the option to pay annually or through a one-time gift that covers the full five-year term. Dean’s Circle members commit their support at one of the following tiers:
- $50,000 one-time or $10,000/year for 5 years
- $25,000 one-time or $5,000/year for 5 years
- $10,000 one-time or $2,000/year for 5 years
- $5,000 one-time or $1,000/year for 5 years
Join the Inner Circle
Dean’s Circle membership is an opportunity to leave a lasting mark on the future of business education. We invite you to take your place among a distinguished group of business leaders who are shaping the next chapter of Edwards.
