2026 Award Judges

A curated panel of leaders recognized for their expertise and credibility in social purpose.

The Greater Purpose Awards are evaluated by leaders who understand the complexity and opportunity of embedding purpose in business. Our judging panel brings diverse perspectives from across industries, sectors, and regions.

Judging Process

Applications are evaluated based on:

Purpose Fit — clear expression of social purpose | Authenticity — genuine commitment, not performative or marketing-driven | Impact — evidence of meaningful results | Influence — demonstrated innovation, collaboration, or leadership advancing social purpose and purpose-led business

All applications are reviewed independently, and judges convene to determine finalists and winners through consensus.

2026 Judges

Coming Soon

Past Judges

Thank you to those who have served on our judging panels

  • 2025 Award Judges

    Dani Law

    Director of DEI & Social Impact, BDC


    Duke Chang

    CEO, Canada Helps


    Grace Jin

    National Sustainability Lead, Deloitte Canada


    Mark Harrison

    Founder, MH3 Collective


    Leor Rotchild

    Consultant, Best Selling Author, Calgary Climate Week Founder


    Sarah Saso

    Vice President of ESG and Social Impact, Meridian Credit Union


    Mary Ellen Schaafsma

    Founder, Purpose Pathways


    Mike Rowlands

    Partner & CEO, Junxion Strategies


    Paul Klein

    Founder: Impakt Forum & Impakt Foundation for Social Change


2026 Awards

Applications for the 2026 Awards open in June

Duke Chang

CEO, Canada Helps

Mary Ellen Schaafsma

Founder, Purpose Pathways

Paul Klein

Founder: Impakt Forum & Impakt Foundation for Social Change

Grace Jin

National Sustainability Lead, Deloitte Canada