Mark Casselman to leave Digital Health Canada

TORONTO – Digital Health Canada announced that Mark Casselman, its CEO, will be leaving the organization to pursue other opportunities. Chris Carvalho, president and Board chair, wrote on the association’s website: “After nine years of remarkable leadership, our chief executive officer, Mark Casselman (pictured), has decided to pursue a new opportunity external to the association. While sad to see Mark go, we fully support his decision and appreciate the thoughtful approach he is taking towards this transition.”

Carvalho continued, “Mark has been instrumental in driving the growth and success of Digital Health Canada. His dedication, vision, and hard work have left an indelible mark on the organization and its members, partners, and stakeholders across Canada and internationally. Under Mark’s guidance, Digital Health Canada has achieved many significant milestones, and we are grateful for his contributions.”

The Board Executive Committee will work closely with Mark and the National Office staff to execute a smooth leadership transition between now and August 29th, Mark’s last day with Digital Health Canada.

The transition and forward strategy are being coordinated by executive director Shannon Bott.

In the meantime, Carvalho noted, “Mark is committed to supporting Digital Health Canada through this period of change. Along with the Board of Directors, Mark and I share a deep confidence in the strength and vibrancy of Digital Health Canada and see a strong path forward towards continued growth and success for the association.”

For his part, Mark Casselman wrote on LinkedIn: “It has been an incredible honour and privilege to serve as CEO of Digital Health Canada for the past nine years. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to have worked alongside so many outstanding people during this time – dedicated board members, exceptional staff, passionate volunteers, and dynamic members from across Canada and the world who all share a strong commitment to the Digital Health Canada mission.”