Trent University School of Business CEO in Residence

The Trent University School of Business CEO-in-Residence program gives students at both the Peterborough and Durham Greater Toronto Area campuses access and opportunities to learn from top business leaders across the country and around the globe. The CEO in Residence inspires and mentors Business students through keynote addresses, meetups, lectures, and panel discussions. Led by the Trent School of Business, the CEO in Residence program is delivered in partnership with the Life After Trent program, Careerspace, Gzowski College, and the Campaign for Momentous Change. 

Jaime McKenna ‘97 – CEO in Residence 2024-25

Jaime McKenna is president of Fengate Real Estate and leads all aspects of Fengate's real estate group, including asset management, development, investment, financial reporting, and governance.   

Fengate has been successful in growing its real estate portfolio through land entitlement, development, and core strategies to over $20B in completed value, with a pipeline of more than 25,000 residential units and 5M square feet of industrial space under various stages of stabilization and development.   

Since joining Fengate in 2019, McKenna has led several key initiatives including establishing a best-in-class executive team, accelerating capital deployment, launching multiple growth funds, and closing numerous key transactions on behalf of our investors, including the acquisition of Rail Deck District in 2021.  

Prior to joining Fengate, McKenna was Chief Investment Officer of Minto Apartment REIT where she was part of the executive team that led the initial public offering as well as the follow-on equity offering in April 2019.   

McKenna is a member of several boards including REALPAC, Trent University, and Seasons' Retirement Homes, as well as a member of Marlin Spring's advisory committee.   

McKenna holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with honours, and holds Chartered Professional Accountant, Chartered Business Valuator, and Institute of Corporate Director designations.   

McKenna has been appointed for a three-year term with the Board of Governors effective July 1, 2024. 

Peterborough Events

Group Mentoring Sessions with Jaime McKenna ‘97

Thursday, January 16 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.,Peter Gzowski College ENW 354
Thursday, February 27 from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m., Peter Gzowski College ENW 354

Interested in business, real estate, or finance? Join one of three group mentoring sessions with Jaime McKenna ‘97 (OC). Network, ask questions, and learn more about all things business and finance.

Space is limited, please register through the Student Experience Portal for January 16 and February 27.

Discussion Panel

Building Success: Career Paths, Personal Growth and Leadership in the world of Finance and Real Estate 

Thursday, February 27 from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., Otonabee College Commons Space

Join 2024-25 CEO in Residence Jaime McKenna and her Executive Panel as they offers students valuable insights on career development, personal growth, and essential leadership skills. Learn how to navigate the competitive fields of finance and real estate and gain advice on building a successful career from the start.

Space is limited, please register through the Student Experience Portal.

Wine & Cheese 

Thursday, February 27 at 6:00 p.m., Otonabee College Commons Space

Are you interested in business, real estate, or finance? Sign up now to reserve you spot and network with distinguished real estate and financial expert Jaime McKenna, and her Executive Panel.

Registration is required for the Wine and Cheese event, please register through the Student Experience Portal.  

Durham Events 

Life After Trent Panel 

Tuesday, March 11 from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. | TBD 

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