Kathryn (she/her) is an HR Professional and Educator who works within the global employment industry. Throughout her career, Kathryn has worked with hundreds of companies. She believes in the importance of educating in all areas of work and life, empowering folks to recognize their potential as a leader and peer. Kathryn has worked with innovative teams throughout her career, been awarded team accolades for innovation and was humbled to receive personal career awards. 

Kathryn is a certified career and employment specialist, adult educator and member of professional associations Human Resource Professionals Ontario (HRPA-CAN) and the Society of Human Resource Professionals (SHRM-USA). She holds a Degree in Adult Education from Brock University and a Master of Education Degree from Queen’s University. She is currently pursuing Doctorate studies in Adult Learning from the University of Calgary. 

She teaches courses in Organizational Behaviour and Wellness in the Workplace. 

Paul Maher is a continuing education instructor in the Human Resources Management program. Paul has over twenty (20) years experience within HR Management, Recruitment, Training & Performance Management across military and manufacturing environments. He has been teaching at the post-secondary level since 2006, and with McMaster since 2008. Paul is a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL), holds a Bachelor of Science from Memorial University of Newfoundland, a Master of Business Administration from Saint Mary’s University, an HR Management Diploma from Sheridan College, a Strategic Human Resources Leadership certificate from Cornell University, as well as a Master of Education (Post Secondary Studies) from Memorial University of Newfoundland. Originally from Newfoundland & Labrador, Paul is a proud ex-Reservist, and in his spare time likes to stay active in the outdoors, in the gym and in the kitchen.

Jill Reiner is a Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL) passionate about building people and culture strategies to optimize and accelerate employee performance and business growth and success. With over 25 years’ experience working in Human Resources, Jill’s diverse human resources and people development background includes talent and performance management, leadership development, change leadership, and individual and organizational effectiveness. Her broad industry experience spans the performing arts, engineering consulting, health care, high-tech design & manufacturing, non-profit organizations, and financial services.

Jill’s education includes a BA in psychology, postgraduate diploma in Business Administration, certificate in Human Resources Management, and a postgraduate certificate in Applied Organizational Leadership & Development.