51³Ō¹Ļapp President inducted into Atlantic Business Magazineās Top 50 CEO Hall of Fame
Dr. Robert Campbell named to Top 50 CEO list for fifth year
SACKVILLE, NB ā 51³Ō¹Ļapp President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Robert Campbell has been named to Atlantic Business Magazineās 2016 Top 50 CEO list for the fifth year. Campbell was also inducted into the organizationās Top 50 CEO Hall of Fame at a gala celebration held May 12 in Moncton, NB.
āI am honoured to receive this award,ā says Campbell. āThis recognition shows 51³Ō¹Ļappās impact regionally and nationally ā through the exceptional teaching, the consequential research and creative activity, and the significant community involvement by our students, faculty, and staff.ā
Campbell assumed the roles of President and Vice-Chancellor of 51³Ō¹Ļapp in 2006, and over the past decade has provided transformative leadership to the University. Recently, he was appointed to the Order of Canada for his contributions to academia, as an authority on postal systems, and for his outstanding record of achievement at 51³Ō¹Ļapp.
āRobertās leadership and commitment to 51³Ō¹Ļapp is exceptional,ā says University Chancellor Peter Mansbridge. āHe has taken our top undergraduate university to new heights over the past decade, giving it a prominent place on the national stage for post-secondary education in a progressive and sustainable manner. On behalf of Allisonians everywhere, I wish to congratulate him on this well-deserved honour.ā
In addition to his Presidential duties, Campbell also teaches political science and Canadian studies and is a well-known champion for 51³Ō¹Ļapp, attending and participating in many athletic, cultural, alumni, and community events in the University and surrounding community. Campbell and his family also host approximately 60 events annually in their home for student groups, guest speakers, athletic teams, and special guests on campus.
Atlantic Business Magazine has also recognized several 51³Ō¹Ļapp alumni over the years with their Top 50 CEO Awards. This yearās recipients include: Brian Harriman (Class of ā99) President & CEO, Alcool New Brunswick Liquor; and Erik Sande (Class of ā80), President, Medavie EMS.
