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William Herbert Sheffield is currently a Director at Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd., Hydro One Networks, Inc., and Family Enterprise XChange Foundation.
He previously held positions as President, Chief Executive Officer & Director at Hydro One, Inc., Chief Executive Officer at Sappi NAFinance LLC, President & Chief Executive Officer at Hydro One Holdings Ltd., Director at Royal Group, Inc., Director at Corby Spirit & Wine Ltd., and Independent Director at Velan, Inc. He also served as a Director at Ontario Power Generation, Inc., Canada Post Corp., Houston Wire & Cable Co., Pan Asia Paper Co. Pte Ltd., Berkline, Shad Valley International, Hydro One Ltd., 4iiii Innovations, Inc., Longview Aviation Capital Corp., Family Enterprise Xchange Corp., Shad Canada, and Family Enterprise Canada.
Additionally, he held the position of Executive Vice President at Abitibi-Consolidated, Inc., Chief Executive-Sappi Fine Paper Division at Sappi Ltd., and GM-Industrial Engineering & Cold Mill Operating at Stelco, Inc. (Canada).
Mr. Sheffield holds an MBA from McMaster University and an undergraduate degree from Carleton University.
William Sheffield active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd.
Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd. Pulp & PaperProcess Industries Provides packaging solutions and co-packing services | Director/Board Member | - |
Hydro One Networks, Inc.
Hydro One Networks, Inc. Electric UtilitiesUtilities Provides electricity transmission and distribution services | Director/Board Member | - |
Former positions of William Sheffield
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| HYDRO ONE LIMITED | Chief Executive Officer | 01/02/2023 |
Hydro One, Inc.
Hydro One, Inc. Electric UtilitiesUtilities Engages in distribution and transmission of electricity | Chief Executive Officer | 01/02/2023 |
| VELAN INC. | Director/Board Member | 07/07/2022 |
Longview Aviation Capital Corp.
Longview Aviation Capital Corp. Aerospace & DefenseElectronic Technology Manufactures aircraft | Director/Board Member | 01/03/2022 |
| HOUSTON WIRE & CABLE COMPANY | Chairman | 12/06/2020 |
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| Private companies | 26 |
|---|---|
Abitibi-Consolidated, Inc.
Abitibi-Consolidated, Inc. Pulp & PaperProcess Industries Produces pulp and paper products | Process Industries |
Royal Group, Inc.
Royal Group, Inc. Building ProductsProducer Manufacturing Produces home improvement and building products | Producer Manufacturing |
Sappi Ltd.
Sappi Ltd. Pulp & PaperProcess Industries Produces paper, pulp and chemical cellulose products | Process Industries |
Hydro One, Inc.
Hydro One, Inc. Electric UtilitiesUtilities Engages in distribution and transmission of electricity | Utilities |
Stelco, Inc. (Canada)
Stelco, Inc. (Canada) SteelNon-Energy Minerals Manufactures steel products | Non-Energy Minerals |
Corby Spirit & Wine Ltd.
Corby Spirit & Wine Ltd. Beverages: AlcoholicConsumer Non-Durables Produces and distributes spirits, liqueurs & wines | Consumer Non-Durables |
Velan, Inc.
Velan, Inc. Industrial MachineryProducer Manufacturing Engages in the business of designing, manufacturing and marketing industrial valves | Producer Manufacturing |
Ontario Power Generation, Inc.
Ontario Power Generation, Inc. Electric UtilitiesUtilities Generates and sells nuclear, hydroelectric and solar power | Utilities |
Canada Post Corp.
Canada Post Corp. Air Freight/CouriersTransportation Provides parcel delivery and postal services | Transportation |
Houston Wire & Cable Co.
Houston Wire & Cable Co. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Engages in sale of industrial products which includes electrical and mechanical wires & cables, industrial fasteners, hardware and related services | Distribution Services |
Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd.
Atlantic Packaging Products Ltd. Pulp & PaperProcess Industries Provides packaging solutions and co-packing services | Process Industries |
Pan Asia Paper Co. Pte Ltd.
Pan Asia Paper Co. Pte Ltd. Pulp & PaperProcess Industries A newsprint provider | Process Industries |
McMaster University
McMaster University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Carleton University
Carleton University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Sappi NAFinance LLC
Sappi NAFinance LLC Pulp & PaperProcess Industries Manufactures and supplies coated fine paper and paper products | Process Industries |
Berkline/BenchCraft Holdings LLC
Berkline/BenchCraft Holdings LLC Home FurnishingsConsumer Durables Designs and manufactures residential upholstered furniture | Consumer Durables |
Hydro One Networks, Inc.
Hydro One Networks, Inc. Electric UtilitiesUtilities Provides electricity transmission and distribution services | Utilities |
Shad Valley International
Shad Valley International Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides educational support services | Commercial Services |
Hydro One Ltd.
Hydro One Ltd. Electric UtilitiesUtilities Engages in the distribution and transmission of electricity | Utilities |
4iiii Innovations, Inc.
4iiii Innovations, Inc. Packaged SoftwareTechnology Services Develops sport monitoring technologies | Technology Services |
Hydro One Holdings Ltd.
Hydro One Holdings Ltd. Electric UtilitiesUtilities Provides electricity distribution services | Utilities |
Longview Aviation Capital Corp.
Longview Aviation Capital Corp. Aerospace & DefenseElectronic Technology Manufactures aircraft | Electronic Technology |
Family Enterprise Xchange Corp. | |
Family Enterprise XChange Foundation
Family Enterprise XChange Foundation Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides resources to entrepreneurial families | Commercial Services |
Shad Canada
Shad Canada Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a summer enrichment program | Commercial Services |
Family Enterprise Canada
Family Enterprise Canada Family Enterprise Canada offers a comprehensive suite of programs, resources, and community engagement opportunities designed to help family businesses thrive across generations. The private company is based in Oakville, Canada. Its core offering is the Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) program, an executive education and certification course for professional advisors seeking specialized expertise in family enterprise dynamics, covering topics such as business family dynamics, governance, strategy, facilitation and communication skills, multi-disciplinary advising, and continuity planning. The program is delivered through a blended format of online and in-person sessions across multiple Canadian cities and virtual options, culminating in a capstone project and the FEA designation. Select modules are accredited for continuing education credits by various professional bodies, and the program is supported by a faculty of internationally recognized experts. The organization also fosters peer support and knowledge sharing through Peer Advisory Groups (PAGs), which provide confidential forums for family business members to discuss challenges and successes. Additional offerings include educational courses like "Building a Family Enterprise," the interactive "Succession Journey Map" tool for succession planning, and initiatives promoting sustainable development aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Members have access to a network of family business leaders, educational resources, webinars, workshops, symposiums, retreats, and international connections. The CEO of the Canadian company is Steve Beauchesne. |
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