Brendan Brothers and Elizabeth Kidd Join Genesis Board of Directors
Two more local industry experts have been named to Genesis’ Board of Directors this month. Brendan Brothers, Executive Vice President and Head of Nasdaq’s Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) division and Elizabeth Kidd, President and Chief Executive Officer at College of the North Atlantic, round out an impressive suite of directors that represent diverse sectors of the Newfoundland and Labrador business and academic community.
As a software engineer and co-founder of Verafin, which completed Genesis’ Enterprise program from 2003-2006, Brendan has used his expertise to support all aspects of the company since its inception in 2003. In February 2021, Verafin was acquired by Nasdaq.
As EVP and Head of Nasdaq’s Anti-Financial Crime (AFC) division, Brendan’s company provides anti-financial crime management solutions used by thousands of banks, exchange operators, and other financial institutions. With a strategic approach, he guides AFC teams toward a shared vision to protect the world’s financial interactions.
With his specialized knowledge of robotics, behavior-based analytics, and probabilistic networks, combined with nearly 20 years of deep-domain expertise in anti-financial crime, Brendan is considered an industry expert and thought leader on innovative approaches to combat fraud and money laundering.
Brendan graduated from Memorial University of Newfoundland in 2002 with a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering and was presented with an honorary Doctor of Laws degree by the university in 2022.
Elizabeth is a seasoned leader in the higher education sector, currently serving as the President and CEO of College of the North Atlantic. Her extensive experience, spanning over three decades, underscores her dedication to strategic leadership and operational excellence.
During her tenure as the Chief Operating Officer and Acting President and CEO at College of the North Atlantic from 2017 to 2020, Elizabeth demonstrated strong financial management skills, resulting in an accumulated surplus of $16.4 million within three years. Her ability to foster collaborative relationships was evident in her successful negotiations for the Qatar contract and improved union relations with NAPE.
Elizabeth's expertise extends beyond finance. As a LEAN Executive Green Belt, she initiated process improvements that enhanced college operations. Her involvement in the design of the Heavy Equipment Centre of Excellence in Bay St. George highlights her commitment to academic advancement.
Fluent in English and French, Kidd's diverse skill set includes contract negotiations, crisis management, and health and wellness strategies. Her professional background includes pivotal roles at College Boreal and Hudson's Bay Company, where she honed her operational and leadership capabilities.
Educationally, Elizabeth holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with Honours from St. Francis Xavier University and a Chartered Accountant Designation from Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada. She has also completed the Community Shift program founded by KPMG and Ivey Business School, showcasing her commitment to continuous learning.
Outside of her professional responsibilities, Elizabeth remains active in community and board activities, serving on various boards and committees. Her dedication to education and community engagement underscores her holistic approach to leadership.
Elizabeth brings a wealth of experience and a collaborative leadership style to her role at College of the North Atlantic, positioning the institution for continued success in higher education.
"We are delighted to have the knowledge and expertise of both Brendan and Elizabeth around the board table at Genesis. Both of these directors will help us in advancing our mission of helping to build amazing technology companies." Sherry Walsh, Chair, Genesis Board of Directors.
For the complete list of Genesis’ current Board of Directors, please see our page here.