Board of Directors
The TransForm Board of Directors is comprised of member hospital (Class A) and independent representation (Class C).
Officers of the Corporation
Lindsay Boyd, Chair
Bill Marra, Vice Chair
Dave Mitton, Treasurer
Tony Haddad, Past Chair
Individuals who have questions or comments for the board can submit them in writing to:
Tina Corlett, Governance Coordinator
TransForm Shared Service Organization
3295 Quality Way
Suite 200
Windsor, Ontario
N8T 3R9
(519) 984-3671
Email: Tina.Corlett@transformsso.ca
Kristin Kennedy Class A Director
Kristin Kennedy is the President and CEO of Windsor Regional Hospital in Essex County, Ontario. A former registered nurse, she leads with a clinical focus on access, safety, and patient experience. Kennedy has held leadership positions in hospitals across North America and has overseen significant service growth, including expanded diagnostic capacity and hospital-wide initiatives that reduce wait times and improve patient flow. She is a collaborative partner across the regional system. Kennedy holds a master’s degree from McMaster University, where she is currently a part-time professor in the Master’s of Health Management Program. She was awarded the 2019 Professional Achievement Award from McMaster University, named an Alumni of Distinction by St. Clair College in 2022, and presented with the King Charles Coronation Medal in 2025.
Katelyn Dryden Class A Director
Katelyn Dryden is a Lakeshore resident who currently serves as Erie Shores HealthCare’s chief financial officer and vice-president, outpatient services. Dryden is vice-chair of the board of directors for the Windsor-Essex Community Health Centre (weCHC), a graduate of the Ontario Hospital Association-endorsed CEO succession program, and a member of the Ontario Hospital Association’s Planning and Performance Advisory Group. She previously held senior roles with TransForm Shared Service Organization and is a Chartered Professional Accountant with an MBA from the University of Windsor’s Odette School of Business.
Bill Marra Vice Chair Class A Director
Bill Marra is the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Hôtel-Dieu Grace Healthcare’s (HDGH). Bill brings over 30 years of leadership experience in health, public affairs, and community and social services to the HDGH executive team.
Since joining HDGH in 2011, Bill has been steadfast in his goal to make HDGH the safest hospital in Ontario. Through an industry-leading staffing and operational move, Bill created an in-house security team, welcoming more than 30 HDGH Guards to ensure the safety of patients and healthcare workers. Bill took on the role of President and CEO in January 2022 and in just one year, he led a person-centered model of care change in the Complex Medical Care and Palliative Units, introduced Personal Support Workers to the healthcare unit, established a HDGH Wellness Committee, and formed an EDII Alliance.
From Bill’s 23 years of work and experience with the Criminal Justice & Social Services Sector, the Ministry of Correctional Services, 14 years as Executive Director of New Beginnings, and his six terms on Windsor City Council, Bill has developed an intimate understanding of the diverse needs of the Windsor-Essex Community. During his 21 years as a member of Windsor City Council, Bill served on over two dozen committees, boards, and commissions where he worked to address these needs and fulfill gaps in resources. He was later appointed to the Ontario Civilian Commission on Police Services, where he served for four years.
Bill obtained his Bachelor of Arts Degrees in both Sociology and Criminology from the University of Windsor. He received the designation of a Certified Dispute Resolution Mediator through a joint University of Windsor and York University program, and then earned his Master’s Certificate in Public Management from The Schulich School of Business at York University. Bill has continued his professional development over the years with the completion of the Catholic Leadership Formation Program through Catholic Health International; the Advanced Health Leadership Program through the University of Toronto Rotman School of Management Executive Programs; and the San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Programs through British Columbia’s Provincial Health Services Authority.
Bill’s achievements and contributions to the community have been recognized through several accolades, including the Municipal Recognition Award from Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens in 2022 for his role and support with COVID-19 Relief Efforts and Services, the Queen’s Jubilee Award in 2012 for outstanding community service benefiting Canadians. Bill has also been recognized for his long standing community service by Autism-Ontario Windsor Essex Chapter, Board of Directors of the Windsor Essex Community Health Centre, University of Windsor Chapter, and Canadian Italian Business Professional Association to name a few.
Most recently, Bill was recognized by the Multicultural Council of Windsor-Essex County with their annual Champion Award (2023) and as a Paul Harris Fellow by the Rotary Foundation of Rotary International (2024).
In addition to his role at HDGH, Bill also serves on the Board of Directors of the Windsor-Essex Regional Chamber of Commerce; and he serves as the Chairperson of the Motor City Community Credit Union Board of Directors; and the Chairperson of the Catholic Health Association of Ontario Board of Directors.
Paula Reaume-Zimmer Class A Director
Paula joined the TransForm Board as the Class A director for Bluewater Health in October 2022 and has been appointed to the Finance and Audit Committee.
Paula currently holds a unique leadership role as Integrated Vice President for Mental Health and Addictions at Bluewater Health and the Canadian Mental Health Association Lambton-Kent. She is also the CEO of Lambton Elderly Outreach, and the incoming President & CEO of Bluewater Health effective January 2023.
Paula is known and respected locally and provincially for her leadership, expertise and passion for collaborative and cross-sectoral approaches between hospital and community. Her professional career began in nursing as an inpatient psychiatric nurse, she has held various roles related to mental health and addictions and emergency department leadership throughout her professional career. Paula has dedicated much of her career, advocating for marginalized populations with an objective of ensuring access to quality and respectful care for all.
Paula has earned her Doctorate in Health Administration (DHA) from Central Michigan University with her research focus on Transitional Age Youth Mental Health Services and is an alumni of the University of Toronto Rotman, Advanced Health Leadership Program.
Adam Topp Class A Director
Adam is a proven strategic healthcare leader with over 30 years of experience in the sector. He brings significant experience and knowledge to CKHA, and a well-established track record of strategic leadership, transparency and collaboration, with an authentic focus on patients and families.
Adam’s vast expertise and experience consists of a combination of leadership in hospital clinical and financial operations, as well as consulting, government and entrepreneurship. He has successfully facilitated the resolution of complex strategic challenges including provincial health system transformation, health system ownership transfers and amalgamations, post-transformation change management, governance and priority setting, and facilities planning and redevelopment.
Lindsay Boyd Chair (2024 to present) Class C Director
Lindsay joined the TransForm Board as a Class C Director in February 2019 and was appointed to the Finance and Audit Committee. In February 2022, Lindsay transitioned to the Governance and Nominating Committee. He now takes on the position of Vice Chair, and in that role serves as Chair of the Governance and Nominating Committee.
Lindsay retired from Enbridge (formerly Union Gas) as the Director of Indigenous and Municipal Affairs. He is a graduate of the University of Windsor Business School.
He has worked with numerous community groups in Windsor, Essex County, and Chatham-Kent, and is a past campaign chair of the Chatham-Kent United Way. Lindsay was the 2003 winner of the Robinson Citizenship Award from Duke Energy acknowledging his role in the community – the first Canadian to ever receive this award.
Lindsay is the Past Chair of the Windsor-Essex Economic Development Corporation and the Windsor and District Chamber of Commerce. He is a past board member of the Erie St. Clair Local Health Integration Network and recently successfully completed his Provincial government board Governance training. He played a pivotal role, working with Chatham-Kent Staff and Municipal council in promoting the Provincial Green Energy program within the municipality. He is a former Director of the Community Care Access Centre, past Director of the Essex Regional Conservation Authority, and past Chair of the Coaches Committee for the District Minor Hockey Association.
David Glover Class C Director
Dave Mitton Class C Director
Dave is a seasoned IT professional with over two decades of experience within the Information Technology field. Currently serving as the Director of Information Technology, Dave has been a pivotal part of the college’s IT Department since 2002 consistently demonstrating his expertise and commitment to the College Community.
Throughout his tenure, Dave has actively contributed to various committees, including the Employee Relations Committee, Information Systems Steering Committee, and the Alumni Association. His dedication to fostering a collaborative and innovative environment has been instrumental in driving the college’s technological advancements.
In addition to his extensive experience at Lambton College, Dave worked at Snapchat in 2017 and 2018, where he further honed his skills in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. Providing leadership to a diverse team spread around the global.
Dave holds a Computer Engineering Technologist diploma from Lambton College, underscoring his strong technical foundation and passion for continuous learning and development.
Melinda Munro Class C Director
Melinda is an advocate both by training and by disposition. Trained as a lawyer and mediator, Melinda was a litigator for 15 years in human rights and employment law in BC before becoming a service, strategy and governance consultant and advisor to municipal governments and not for profit organizations in Ontario and across Canada. She is currently serving as a Municipal Integrity Commissioner and she teaches the Municipal Law course at the University of Windsor School of Law.
Melinda joined the Board of Transform in 2025.
Nilo Tavares Class C Director
Nilo Tavares is a distinguished intelligence professional and a dedicated member of the Transform Shared Services Board of Directors. In his primary role as a Senior Intelligence Analyst with the RCMP’s National Security Division, Nilo is a subject matter expert on identifying and mitigating complex threats, including counter-terrorism and online extremism. He is recognized for his advanced capabilities in open-source intelligence (OSINT) and for leading key strategic initiatives within Canada’s national security framework.
Nilo’s connection to Transform SSO is rooted in his previous experience as a Logistics Project Coordinator, where his exceptional performance was recognized with the 2020 CEO Award of Excellence. He combines this hands-on operational knowledge with academic insights from his Master’s degree in Work and Organizational Psychology, offering the board a unique perspective on change management, team effectiveness, and strategic development. Through his diverse experience spanning public safety and organizational logistics, Nilo brings a wealth of expertise in risk assessment, strategic planning, and collaborative leadership to the board.
Tony Haddad Past Chair
Tony joined the Board in April 2018 as a Class C (independent) director, and was appointed to the Governance and Nominating Committee. After serving a year as Vice Chair, Tony became the Chair, leading both the Board of Directors and Executive Committee. As Past Chair, Tony will continue as a member of the Executive Committee and Governance and Nominating Committee.
The TransForm Board continues to benefit from Tony’s public sector experience in finance, administration, strategic planning and budgeting in both corporate and operations management, having served as the Chief Administrative Officer for the Town of Tecumseh (12 years). Since retiring in April 2019 from his CAO duties, he now is a Senior Advisor at StrategyCorp Consulting. He recently served as the Interim CAO for the Town of Amherstburg and then the Municipality of Chatham-Kent.
Tony has a Master of Science in Administration, Bachelor of Business Administration and Business Administration Diploma. He is also a Certified Municipal Officer and Certified Public Finance Administrator. He is a past President of the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario and a past Director of the Ontario Municipal Administrators Association. Tony has served on several boards including the Tecumseh Police Services Board, Windsor City Centre & Motor City Community Credit Union, Sun County AAA Minor Hockey Association. He was named to the Advisory Committee at York University, School of Public Policy & Administration. He is the recipient of the Alumni of Distinction Award from St. Clair College (2016) and the AMCTO Prestige Award (2017).