Gael MacLeod MBA, ICD.D is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in governance, strategic planning, and consulting across various sectors, including non-profit, cooperative, and government entities. Currently serving as a Board Member for Calgary Co-op, Gael also operates MacLeod Consulting, which offers specialized consulting services. Previous roles include Tribunal Member for the Calgary Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, Board Chair of the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission, and Presiding Officer for the Municipal Government Board. Gael's public service includes impactful tenures as a Councillor on Calgary City Council, where leadership extended to various boards, including the Calgary Housing Company and Calgary Public Library. Educational qualifications include an MBA in Management Consulting from Royal Roads University, a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Alberta, and Fellowship status from the Institute of Canadian Bankers.