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Wayne C. Fox Distinguished Alumni Award

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A Legacy of Impact

Bold business leaders. Strategic thinkers. Disruptors. Philanthropists.

 

DeGroote graduates wear many hats worthy of celebration. Whether they are building stronger communities through their leadership, driving innovation and disruption in their fields, or making significant contributions to society through philanthropy, these individuals showcase the breadth and depth of the education and values instilled at DeGroote.

Our awards shine a spotlight on their most outstanding achievements.

DeGroote’s highest honour

Wayne C. Fox Distinguished Alumni Award

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In 2000, we created the Wayne C. Fox Distinguished Alumni Award to recognize our outstanding graduates. That year, we presented the first award to its namesake, Dr. Wayne C. Fox. Since then, the legacy award has fostered a culture of recognizing and celebrating DeGroote alumni.

Recipients are DeGroote School of Business alumni whose personal accomplishments, reputation, and character, by association, enhance the reputation of McMaster University. More than that, the award celebrates the enduring quality of a DeGroote education.

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Thank you for helping us spotlight our exceptional alumni. This form is designed to help us better understand your nominee’s story, accomplishments and impact. Each question is equally important, and no single question carries more weight than another.

If you’re unable to fully answer a question, please don’t let that stop you—partial submissions will still be considered. Answers can be formatted in paragraphs or bullet points.

Questions about the Wayne C. Fox Distinguished Alumni Award? Please view our Terms of Reference or contact our Alumni Team.

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If retired, please share the job title under which they are being nominated.
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Detailed Nomination Questions

Please provide a brief overview of why this individual stands out and deserves this recognition.
Include key accomplishments, roles, innovations, awards or recognitions that showcase their impact and leadership in their industry.
Include any volunteer efforts, social initiatives, board work or other actions they’ve taken to improve the lives of others.
Examples may include mentorship, event participation, philanthropy, student support, advisory roles or program involvement. If you are unsure if/how they have been involved with the University, please make a note below.
Share any examples of how they live these values in their work, life or service. It is not necessary to address all five values, and no single value is prioritized above others.
For example, does their work align with one of DeGroote’s priority areas such as health management, digital transformation, entrepreneurship or planetary health?
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    Past Recipients

    Headshot of David Lazzarato, a smiling man with reddish hair, a beard, wearing a brown suit.

    David Lazzarato

    2025

    Distinguished Alumni Jane Peverett

    Jane Peverett

    2024

    Headshot of Indrani Butany-DeSouza, smiling.

    Indrani Butany

    2023

    Headshot of Indrani Paul McLean, smiling.

    Paul McLean

    2022

    Headshot of Claire Gillies, smiling.

    Claire Gillies

    2021

    Headshot of Quentin Broad, smiling.

    Quentin Broad

    2020

    Headshot of Mary Lou Maher, smiling.

    Mary Lou Maher

    2019

    Headshot of Dino Trevisani, smiling.

    Dino Trevisani

    2018

    Headshot of Michael G. DeGroote, smiling.

    Michael G. DeGroote

    2017

    Headshot of Michael Latimer, smiling.

    Michael Latimer

    2016

    Headshot of Gino Scapillati, smiling.

    Gino Scapillati

    2015

    Headshot of Paul Allison smiling.

    Paul Allison

    2014

    Headshot of John Marinucci, smiling.

    John Marinucci

    2013

    Headshot of David Williamson, smiling.

    David Williamson

    2012

    Headshot of Gary Kain, smiling.

    Gary Kain

    2011

    Headshot of Marco Marrone, smiling.

    Marco Marrone

    2010

    Headshot of Greg Brophy, smiling.

    Greg Brophy

    2010

    Headshot of Neil Skelding, smiling.

    Neil Skelding

    2009

    Headshot of Teresa Cascioli, smiling.

    Teresa Cascioli

    2008

    Headshot of David Feather, smiling.

    David Feather

    2007

    Headshot of Rebecca Repa, smiling.

    Rebecca Repa

    2006

    Headshot of Ken Troy, smiling.

    Ken Troy

    2005

    Headshot of Karen Maidment, smiling.

    Karen Maidment

    2004

    Headshot of Mossadiq Umedaly, smiling.

    Mossadiq Umedaly

    2003

    Headshot of Ed Minich, smiling.

    Edward A. Minich

    2002

    Headshot of Rob Burgess​, smiling.

    Robert Burgess

    2001

    Headshot of Wayne C Fox, smiling.

    Wayne C. Fox

    2000

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