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Meet the judges

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Our Three Minute Thesis (3MT) judges bring a wealth of expertise from the public and private sectors. Their diverse backgrounds in industry, and innovation make them well-equipped to evaluate participants’ ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear, engaging, and impactful way. We are grateful for their time and commitment in supporting our graduate students as they take on this exciting challenge.

Heats (March 19, 2025)

  • Ashlea Colton
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  • Trevor MacKenzie

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    Vice President, Land Operations, Tribute Communities

    Bio

    With 25 years of experience in land development and engineering, Trevor is a highly skilled Architectural Technician, Certified through OACETT (C. Tech). Over the course of their career, they have successfully led a diverse team of up to 13 land development professionals, overseeing both short- and long-term projects. A proven leader in the field, Trevor has played a key role in bringing over 3,000 residential and commercial units into construction, demonstrating expertise in project management, team coordination, and technical design. With a deep commitment to excellence, they continue to drive the successful development of complex land projects from conception to completion.

  • Roxanne Meek
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  • Larkin Mosscrop

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    Manager of Environmental Services, Clean Energy, & Community Engagement, Kinectrics

    Bio

    Larkin Mosscrop is the Manager of Environmental Services, Clean Energy, & Community Engagement at Kinectrics. Larkin holds a PhD in Public Policy focused on energy literacy education and a Master of Science in Biology. She is a strong science communicator with a rich background in nuclear science, energy, and environmental science. Larkin brings a diverse set of experiences, as her career spans various sectors, including environmental biology and lake ecology, hazardous waste management, contaminated site remediation, and nuclear science and technology. Larkin is leading a team dedicated to advancing clean energy initiatives, environmental services, and community engagement. Her passion for energy and belief in a future powered by a mix of non-emitting sources drive her commitment to her work.

  • Paul VandeGraaf

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    Chief of Police, Coubourg Police Service

    Bio

    Paul VandeGraaf was appointed as the 13th Chief of Police of the Cobourg Police Service on August 15, 2019 by the Cobourg Police Services Board.
    Paul began his policing career in 1991 as a member of the Belleville Police Service. Over the course of his career, Paul has held a number of progressively responsible positions including being appointed as the Deputy Chief of Police for the Belleville Police in 2010.

    On November 10, 2014 Paul was appointed as the Deputy Chief for the Cobourg Police Service.

    Paul currently serves as the Chair of the Ontario Police Technology Information Cooperative (OPTIC).

    Paul has always been a strong believer of community volunteerism. Paul’s previous volunteer efforts have been with minor hockey in roles including Vice-President, Victim Services and others. Paul has been an active Rotarian with both the Rotary Club of Belleville and now Cobourg, serving as Club President in 2013-2014 being recognized with a Presidential Citation and awarded a Paul Harris Fellowship. Currently Paul is honoured to be a member Board of Directors and Cornerstone Family Violence Prevention Centre. In September 2016, Paul was invested as a Member of the Order of Merit of the Police Forces by his Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston.

    Chief VandeGraaf is committed to enhancing the effectiveness of operational policing services through effective deployment of resources and utilizing innovative technologies.


Finals (March 20, 2025)

  • Alan Boughton
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  • Jeff Goldman

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    Principal, Tamarac Investment Group

    Bio

    Jeff Goldman is Principal of The Tamarac Investment Group which invests in a wide array of enterprises including those involved in land for future development, innovative software startups and health technology. He resides in Toronto, Ontario.

  • Aaron Johnson
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  • Tito-Dante Marimpietri
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