McDermott + Bull has successfully placed Kingsley Chong as Chief Financial Officer at the Pacific Pilotage Authority. Kingsley will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer and will be responsible for leading the organization’s financial strategy, financial planning and analysis, regulatory compliance, capital planning, and overall financial stewardship. He will also oversee the Authority’s financial sustainability initiatives, governance processes, and operational excellence objectives in support of the organization’s long-term strategic priorities.
Kingsley is an accomplished financial executive with more than 25 years of leadership experience across the marine transportation, insurance, hospitality, investment management, and telecommunications industries. He most recently served as Vice President, Finance at Earls Restaurants, where he led financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and operational finance across Canada and the United States. Prior to Earls Restaurants, Kingsley served as Vice President, Finance at Westland Insurance Group and held multiple senior leadership roles at Teekay Corporation, including Vice President, Projects and Director, Strategic Development and Projects. Earlier in his career, he served as Chief Financial Officer at WestStar TV Ltd. and held finance and investment leadership roles with AALL Trust & Banking, Teekay Shipping, and Ernst & Young.
The Pacific Pilotage Authority is a federal Crown corporation responsible for establishing, operating, maintaining, and administering a safe and efficient pilotage service along the coastal waters of British Columbia, including the Fraser River. The organization plays a critical role in supporting Canada’s marine transportation infrastructure while maintaining the highest standards of safety, operational reliability, and environmental stewardship.
This executive search was completed by McDermott + Bull Partner Dan O’Day and Consultant Corey Paquette.