Barb Stephens

Barb Stephens currently serves as Associate Vice President, Talent & Internal Communication at Sovereign Insurance, where leadership is provided to a national team of HR and communication professionals focused on talent engagement and retention. Previously, Barb held the role of Associate Vice President, Internal and Change Communication, overseeing corporate strategy and workforce transformation efforts. With extensive experience at Co-operators in various leadership roles, including Associate Vice President, Change, Communication and Organizational Readiness, Barb has successfully built change management functions and directed enterprise communication strategies. Additional experience includes significant roles at St. Joseph's Health Centre Guelph, Vancity Credit Union, Mercer Human Resource Consulting, Statistics Canada, and Transport Canada, showcasing a strong background in communications across diverse sectors. Barb's educational credentials include studies at Schulich School of Business and Simon Fraser University, with certificates focused on leadership, innovation, and Indigenous Canada.