Jennifer Maki

North York, Ontario, Canada

Business, Executive, Finance, Leadership, Mining

Jennifer Maki is a Canadian business executive and board director. Her experience spans finance, corporate leadership, and governance in large public companies. She is well known for her senior leadership positions in the natural resources industry, previously serving as the President and CEO of Vale Canada. Throughout her career, she has created a reputation for her steady leadership, financial discipline, and a practical method to managing complex organizations. Her current work focuses on board service, governance oversight, and strategic guidance in publicly traded companies.

Early life

Jennifer Maki was born in Canada. As a young woman, she developed an interest in business and finance. She pursued post-secondary studies in commerce, obtaining a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a focus on accounting in 1993. Her formal education gave her knowledge in financial reporting, management principles, and corporate structure. In 1996, she completed the professional requirements to become a Chartered Accountant.

Career

Maki started her career in accounting and finance, progressing through senior roles that exposed her large-scale operations and challenging financial environments. Eventually, she moved into executive leadership positions within the mining and natural resources industry, where financial oversight and operational discipline are critical.

Her most prominent position was when she served as President and CEO of Vale Canada, where she was responsible for managing major operations, workforce management, and long-term strategy in a highly regulated and capital-intensive industry.

After stepping away from daily executive management in 2018, Jennifer completed an ICD.D designation. She then began her transition into board leadership. She is now a board member of several companies: Franco-Nevada, Baytex Energy Corp., Pan American Silver Corp., Mitsui & Co, Invest Ontario, and Next Generation Manufacturing. Within these roles, she is known for asking practical questions, focusing on sustainability, and supporting balanced growth.

Net Worth

Jennifer Maki’s net worth is not publicly disclosed.

Achievement

Earned a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a focus on accounting.

Achieved Fellow Chartered Professional Accountant (FCPA, FCA) designation.

Completed the Institute of Corporate Directors ICD.D designation.

Previously the President and CEO of Vale Canada.

Appointed to boards of publicly traded companies, including Franco-Nevada Corporation.

Recognized for leadership in corporate governance and financial oversight.