Les has built his career on a steadfast commitment to advancing patient care and supporting the teams who deliver critical health services every day. With more than 30 years of leadership experience across both public and private sectors, his career has spanned clinical air operations, ground EMS, emergency communications, and executive healthcare leadership. His diverse experience, from operational leadership to system-wide strategy, has provided him with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities across emergency health services, allowing him to bridge frontline realities with organizational priorities.
Throughout his career, Les has led complex healthcare operations, including the development and enhancement of Air Medical Coordination Centres, oversight of emergency dispatch and clinical programs, and the implementation of quality improvement initiatives designed to strengthen patient outcomes and operational performance. He is recognized for his collaborative leadership style and his ability to bring people together to build innovative, sustainable solutions that improve care delivery and system effectiveness.
As a healthcare leader, Les is committed to creating environments where people feel supported, valued, and empowered to succeed. He believes exceptional patient care begins with strong teams and a culture that prioritizes collaboration, safety, wellbeing, and continuous improvement.
Les is passionate about building partnerships, advancing healthcare systems, and supporting initiatives that strengthen services for both patients and providers.
He lives in Salmon Arm with his wife and children, where he remains deeply dedicated to his community and actively contributes through volunteer and community initiatives focused on making a meaningful and lasting impact.