WINNER: THE BGIS AwaRD FOR SAFETY LEADER OF THE YEAR

Adelia Marchese

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Adelia Marchese is the Head of Health, Safety, and Environment at Wolseley Canada, where she has driven transformative improvements in workplace safety and injury prevention. In her four years in this role, Adelia has achieved a sustained reduction of over 30 percent in recordable injuries year-over-year, championing data-driven risk management and embedding safety as a core value across the organization. A results-focused leader with international experience, Adelia is known for her ability to drive organizational change, enhance operational efficiency, and address complex business challenges. Her strategic vision, analytical skills, and commitment to increasing visibility, accountability, and operational capability help organizations progress toward first-in-class standards. Before Wolseley, Adelia held several leadership roles at Aramark, including Director of Global Safety & Risk, where she led initiatives to reduce occupational, food, and environmental safety risks across Canada and the US. Her background also includes health and safety roles at London Health Sciences Centre, TD Bank, Ford Motors, and Bentley Leathers, providing her with a comprehensive and adaptable skill set across diverse industries. Adelia holds an Honours Bachelor of Health Sciences degree and a post-graduate diploma in Occupational Health and Safety Management from Western University, along with Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP) certifications.

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Head of Health, Safety, and Environment at Wolseley Canada

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