Welcome to the VP Finance & Operations portfolio
The nine divisions of the VPFO are responsible for the stewardship of UBC’s physical and financial assets, as well as safety and risk management for our university community.
We oversee a $3.98 billion budget, a $3.38 billion endowment, and all facilities on both campuses, as well as managing the university’s relationships with UBC Investment Management and UBC Properties Trust. In all the portfolio’s responsibilities, we are committed to the values of innovation, unity and accountability.
VPFO Strategic Plan 2024–2027
Having a strategic plan gives us a clear path, keeping everyone on the same page. Learn more about where we’re going next and how we plan to get there.
News from the VPFO
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Read more: Hailey Maxwell steps into new role as Director, Emergency Management & Continuity Planning
Hailey Maxwell steps into new role as Director, Emergency Management & Continuity Planning
Starting September 3, Hailey Maxwell will be stepping into her new role as Director, Emergency Management & Continuity Planning. In this new role, Hailey will also be joining the Safety & Risk Services leadership team.
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Read more: Safety Awareness Week is September 9–13, 2024
Safety Awareness Week is September 9–13, 2024
September 9–13 is Safety Awareness Week. Let’s start the year off right by learning how to keep yourself and the UBC community safe and secure on campus.
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Read more: Fiona Jones joins UBC Facilities as Accessible Buildings Planner, Capital Planning & Development
Fiona Jones joins UBC Facilities as Accessible Buildings Planner, Capital Planning & Development
We are excited to announce that Fiona Jones will be joining the Capital Planning + Development team within UBC Facilities as the Accessible Buildings Planner on September 9, for a two-year term. Fiona brings extensive expertise in architecture and inclusive…
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Read more: Learn how to navigate UBC’s Indigenous Business Directory
Learn how to navigate UBC’s Indigenous Business Directory
A new video guide on how to use the Indigenous Business Directory is now available to help you locate and identify Indigenous businesses for your procurement needs. Supporting Indigenous businesses for procurement is encouraged to further advance Indigenous engagement and…
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Read more: Do you know what do in an emergency?
Do you know what do in an emergency?
Stop by the Emergency Management booth on Imagine UBC on September 3 to learn more about emergency preparedness and the resources available to plan for emergency situations. Visit the Quake Cottage on September 4 to experience an earthquake simulator.
People of the VPFO
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Read more: Conor Cregg-Guinan steps into new role as Operations Manager, Custodial Services in Facilities
Conor Cregg-Guinan steps into new role as Operations Manager, Custodial Services in Facilities
In his new role, Conor will oversee the Dayshift custodial operation and the utility worker teams, and be responsible for the maintenance and execution of the pest control, window cleaning and carpet cleaning contracts.
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Read more: Helen Shen joins Operational Excellence as Continuous Improvement Program Manager
Helen Shen joins Operational Excellence as Continuous Improvement Program Manager
Leveraging her robust experience in continuous improvement and problem solving, in addition to her passion for driving efficiency and collaboration, Helen will play a key role in enhancing and delivering continuous improvement projects across UBC.
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Read more: Christian Stockman promoted to Senior Advisor in Privacy & Information Security (PrISM)
Christian Stockman promoted to Senior Advisor in Privacy & Information Security (PrISM)
Since joining PrISM in 2017, Christian has worked on the online Privacy and Security Fundamentals training roll-out and has been a valued member of the PIA team.
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Read more: Charles Creelman returns to Building Operations within Facilities as Project Coordinator, Electrical Technical Support
Charles Creelman returns to Building Operations within Facilities as Project Coordinator, Electrical Technical Support
Charles is returning to Building Operations from Energy & Water Services (EWS) where he was involved with the planning, design and overview of all short and long-range campus electrical utility systems, including the current UBC Main Substation switchgear replacement project.
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Read more: Pamela Troyer joins Project Services within Infrastructure Development as Project Manager
Pamela Troyer joins Project Services within Infrastructure Development as Project Manager
Pamela joins UBC from Proscenium Architecture & Interiors, where she was involved in the Macleod Building Renewal project. In her new role, Pamela will manage projects for the renewal of university facilities, and engage with stakeholders to guide them through…