Mentoring Circles
Mark Bradbury
Chief executive officer
Easter Seals Newfoundland and Labrador
Mark Bradbury earned his MBA from the Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh Business School and is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) and Fellow of the Society of Management Accountants (FCMA). With more than 20 years of executive leadership experience, Mark currently serves as CEO of Easter Seals Newfoundland & Labrador. Under his leadership, the organization underwent a successful rebranding and fundraising transformation, including the $3M “Celebrate the Ability in Disability” capital campaign. A key outcome of this initiative was the creation of the largest accessible and inclusive park and playground, east of Montreal. In 2016, his team developed and launched the Luxury Cabin Lottery fundraiser—now the organization’s top fundraiser and a key driver of its continued success. Mark was recognized as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top 50 CEOs in 2021 and is known for his strategic mindset and community-first approach. His personal philosophy—“Never give up… unless it starts making sense to do so”—and his focus on the four F’s (Fitness, Finance, Friends, and Family) guide his leadership and life.
Allison Scarth
Manager, SCM Atlantic contracts
Cenovus Energy
Allison Scarth holds a Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) from Memorial University, graduating in 2008. Her career in supply chain management began with a work term at Petro-Canada (now Suncor), where she quickly discovered her passion for the field. After graduation, she accepted a short-term contract at Petro-Canada before moving to ConocoPhillips Canada as a Contracts Advisor, where she supported offshore exploration. Her work took her to Calgary, Alberta, where she spent several years in supply chain roles supporting operations across Western Canada and the Northwest Territories. In 2017, Allison returned to Newfoundland and Labrador to join Cenovus Energy, where she now serves as Manager of Strategic Sourcing and Contracts for the Atlantic Region. She brings deep industry experience and a strong commitment to mentorship, helping to guide and support emerging professionals in their career development.
Carol Tibbo
Certified executive coach and Director of operations, office of the vice-president (Administration and finance)
Memorial University
Carol Tibbo holds a Bachelor of Commerce and an MBA from Memorial University, a Graduate Diploma in Information Management from Dalhousie University, and a graduate certificate in Executive Coaching from Royal Roads University. With over 30 years of experience in the post-secondary education sector, she has held diverse roles in teaching, student advising, alumni engagement, and both academic and administrative leadership. Carol is also a certified executive coach and a member of the International Coaching Federation (ICF), committed to ethical, impactful coaching practices. She specializes in supporting individuals on their leadership journeys through a thoughtful and collaborative coaching approach that fosters self-confidence, accountability, and personal growth. Known for her ability to build meaningful connections and support others in reaching their goals, Carol is passionate about continuous learning and leadership development.