Leadership Team

James Clarkson

Acting Chief Executive Officer

James is responsible for the financial functions of the TTCPP, including corporate finance and investment administration, investment and regulatory compliance, and others. Since joining TTCPP in 2012 he has facilitated strategic projects that include the overhaul of the accounting book of record, developing employee pay and benefits systems, and establishing the framework for enterprise risk management activities. James holds Chartered Accountant (CA) and Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) designations. He is active in the pension community, and sits on the United Church, Pension Plan Advisory Committee and CPA Canada's Pension Investment Management Committee. He also sits on Renascent’s Fellowship Board of Directors and their Executive and Audit Committees. James is a graduate of the Richard Ivey School of Business and holds an Honours Business Administration (HBA).

Nicole Carrington

Acting VP of Finance and Treasurer

Nicole is a seasoned financial executive with a proven track record in strategic financial initiatives and delivering results. She oversees all financial operations, providing strategic guidance and implementing robust systems to support TTCPP's mission and values. Committed to transparency, accountability, and stewardship, Nicole joined TTC in 1999 and has spent the last 18 years with TTCPP, bringing extensive expertise to her role. Previously, she served as Director of Investment Operations, managing audits, portfolio rebalancing, and financial statement accuracy. Recently, she co-led the Custodian Transition project. Nicole holds an Honours Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Windsor and is a CGA and CPA.

Titi Desbiens

VP Human Resources

Titi is responsible for building and leading the human resources strategy and functions for TTCPP. She is a strategic Certified Human Resources Leader (CHRL), with over fifteen years of experience building human resources foundations, and leading and developing teams. Titi is a strong advocate for equity and fair practices in the workplace. She enjoys volunteering her time and recently held a 3-year term as a director on the board of the Human Resources Professional Association—Toronto Chapter. She holds a Human Resources and Management Certificate from the University of Toronto, a B.A. in Public Policy and Management from York University and her Law Clerk’s Diploma from Humber College.

Andrew Greene

Chief Investment Officer

Andrew oversees TTCPP’s investment portfolio. He has been a senior leader within the investment functions of TTCPP since joining the organization in 2017. Andrew brings 25 years of pension and investment experience and has been responsible for establishing and developing TTCPP's investment team. He is regularly invited to speak at industry events and conferences on investment strategy and has been nominated for the Investment Officer of the Year award by Canadian Investment Review in 2021. Andrew is a Certified Alternatives Investment Analyst (CAIA) and a Certified Investment Manager (CIM), as well as a member of the Pension Industry Association of Canada (PIAC), CFA Institute and CFA Society Toronto. He is Chair of the Investment Committee for United Church of Canada Pension Plan and sits on the Investment Committee of York University Pension Plan. Andrew holds an MA from Binghamton University and a BA from Ithaca College.

Donna Miyasaki

VP Communications

Donna is a strategic communications leader who is passionate about delivering Plan information to TTCPP members. She is committed to keeping members educated and informed about their benefits in an easy-to-understand way. In her role, she is responsible for delivering a robust pension seminar education program for members. She also leads the retirement team, who prepare and conduct personalized meetings with members about their estimates and retirement. Donna recently managed the development of TTCPP's new Mission, Vision and Values; TTCPP's new logo and identity; and the launch of TTCPP's first website.

Helen Redmond

VP Pension Administration and Corporate Secretary

Helen leads the team that delivers service to our members and stakeholders. She oversees monthly retired member payroll and processing of entitlements, and she ensures the integrity of the Plan's governance and compliance. Previously, Helen served as Supervisor, Pension Benefits, where she delivered the successful implementation of a new payroll system in 2017. She is a member of the Governance Professionals of Canada and the Canadian Payroll Association. Helen holds an Honours BA from the University of Toronto and a Pension Plan Administration Certificate from Humber College.