Leadership

Paul J. Hill is Executive Chairman of The Hill Companies, operating in the areas of real estate, insurance, broadcasting, oil and gas, manufacturing and technology in Canada and the United States. Paul graduated from Georgetown University (BSBA ’67), Washington, DC and the Ivey School of Business program (MBA ’69). After serving in the banking industry for eight years, Paul J. Hill is the third generation of the Hill family to lead The Hill Companies.

Paul J. Hill joined as President in 1978. His leadership and strategic direction have served as a catalyst for diversifying The Hill Companies and the province's employment base. Paul’s extensive network within the North American business community facilitates his ability to aggressively seek unique business opportunities.

Business Leadership

• Boardwalk REIT **founding chair
• Regina Airport Authority **founding chair
• Business Council of Canada **founding director
• C.D. Howe Institute **founding director
• Canada Arizona Business Council **founding director
• Canadian Institute Woodrow Wilson Centre in Washington, DC **founding director
• Fraser Institute **founding director
• Developed the iconic twin towers, which have become the landmark of the City of Regina
• Acquired the controlling interest in Crown Life, became Chairman, and moved it to Regina—representing
• 1200 jobs and expanding the GDP of the province by 2% and the city by 10%.
• Established a partnership with The Paul J. Hill School of Business and the Ivey School of Business, which includes student exchange, professor involvement and over 120,000 business cases created under the Hill Ivey brand that have been sold worldwide by the Ivy School of Business.

Public Policy & Advisory Roles

Paul has been actively involved in his community, including public policy on the various boards, including but not limited to:

• Asia Pacific Foundation\
• Manitoba Theatre and the Regina Symphony.
• North Canadian Oils, Canada Trust, Environmental Support Systems
• Patrons of the Arts of the Vatican Museums **current
• Senate of Athol Murray College of Notre Dame
• Senate of the University of Regina
• The Conference Board of Canada
• The Business Dealers Association
• The Ivey School of Business at Western University
• The McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University
• The Papal Foundation
• The Paul J. Hill School of Business at the University of Regina
• The Saskatchewan Institute of Public Policy\
• The Saskatchewan Roughrider Football Club
• US Forest Products

Philanthropy

Paul and his wife, Carol, are involved in numerous charitable projects, including founding the “One Life Make a Difference Foundation,” which focuses on helping underprivileged, inner‑city, mostly Indigenous, Regina children who have a high percentage of becoming dropouts. Twenty students at a time are selected to attend The Mother Teresa Middle School, grades 6–8, (founded in 2001), where many arrive with academic skills equivalent to kindergarten through grade three and a significant number are at risk of dropping out or becoming involved in the criminal justice system. The program continues through high school and post‑secondary education up to the student's first job. The program targets measurable outcomes in which 75–80% of participants successfully complete the full eleven years and transition into the workforce.

The Hill family is also dedicated to supporting the development of young leaders at the Athol Murray College of Notre Dame (Wilcox, SK). Paul and his father, Fred Hill, are longtime supporters of Notre Dame and the students of Notre Dame. Support through education continues at Campion College, The Paul J. Hill School of Business (University of Regina), as well as other faith-based colleges.  

Paul and Carol are also significant supporters of the arts, including the Manitoba Theatre Center (Winnipeg), The Globe Theatre (Regina), and the Manhattan Theatre (New York) and The McCallum Theatre (Palm Desert).

Honours & Awards

Paul’s recognition includes:

• Order of Canada (2015)
• Saskatchewan Order of Merit (2017)
• King’s Coronation Medal (2025)
• Queen’s Golden (2002), Diamond (2012), and Platinum (2022) Jubilee Medals
• Knight of St. Sylvester (2010)
• Canada 125 Medal
• Athol Murray College of Notre Dame Mother Theresa Humanitarian Award (Paul and Carol, 2015)
• CTV Citizens of the Year (Paul and Carol, 2014)
• Honorary doctorate from the University of Regina
• Honorary doctorate from the University of Western Ontario
• Junior Achievement Business Hall of Fame (2014)
• National Philanthropy Award (Paul and Carol, 2011)
• North Saskatoon Business Association (NSBA) Popcorn & Entrepreneurship 2025 Honoree
• Red Cross Humanitarians of the Year (Paul and Carol, 2017)
• RCMP Charity Ball; first to be honoured for their charity work at the inaugural event
• Saskatchewan Chamber Business Leader of the Year (2014)

Family

Paul and Carol are passionate about their relationships with their five children, in‑laws, twelve grandchildren, and one great‑grandchild.

Paul has managed the transition to the fourth generation, namely Rosanne Hill Blaisdell to CEO and President of Harvard Developments Inc and Matthew Hill to CEO and President of the Diversified Group of Companies (Harvard Western Insurance, Western Surety, Harvard Media, Harvard Oil and Gas, Harvard Integrations (US manufacturing), and Harvard Investments (US real estate).

With more than 40 years of experience at The Hill Companies, Mo continues to provide strategic insight and mentorship to teams across the Harvard and Hill Companies.

Deeply involved in the community, Mo co-founded One Life Makes a Difference, a charity aiding Regina’s inner-city students. He also played a key role in establishing Mother Teresa Middle School and has held numerous leadership positions, including Chair of Athol Murray College of Notre Dame, Chair of the University of Regina Board of Governors, the University of Calgary West Campus Development Trust, Saskatchewan Red Cross Executive Cabinet, South Saskatchewan Community Foundation Board, Regina Forum, Father Murray Foundation Athol  Murray College of Notre Dame, and the Hill Advisory Board and Leaders Council.

His contributions have been recognized through numerous awards, including the King Charles III Coronation Medal (2025), St. Edmund Campion College Award (2024), Lawney Donaldson Community Builder Award, Big Brothers and Big Sisters (2019), Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal (2023), Regina Catholic School Director’s Award of Excellence (2015), AFP Philanthropist of the Year (2013), Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal (2013), Saskatchewan Order of Merit (2010), University of Regina Distinguished Service Award (2010),  Canadian Red Cross Humanitarian Award (2009), United Way of Regina President’s Award (2007),  Sask Sport Inc. President’s Citation Award (2005) and the Athol Murray College of Notre Dame Medal of Honour (2004).

Rosanne Hill Blaisdell serves as the President and CEO of Harvard Developments, a prominent full-service real estate firm with operations across Western Canada. She is the fourth generation of the Hill family to lead the enterprise, joining the company in 1997 following a successful career in commercial banking and investment management.  

Rosanne manages the Corporate Head Office for The Hill Companies and directs the organization’s Canadian real estate operations, with portfolio holdings of over 10 million square feet. She has been instrumental in key development projects, such as the assembly and construction of Hill Centre Tower III and Agriculture Place in downtown Regina and the transformation of 201 Portage in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Currently, she is leading the development of several mixed-use and transit-oriented projects across Western Canada. 

Rosanne earned an MBA from the University of Manitoba and holds a Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation. Her extensive involvement in the business community includes current membership on the Business Council of Canada and past roles on the Business Advisory Board for SaskPower, Economic Development Regina (EDR)and the Regina Exhibition Association. She has served as a Temple REIT trustee and on the Board of Governors at St. Mary’s University College. She also co-chaired the City of Regina’s Centennial Anniversary Celebration. 

Rosanne actively participates in numerous professional organizations such as NAIOP (the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties), Urban Land Institute, the Associates of the Asper School of Business, Leaders Council of the University of Regina (Hill / Levene Schools of Business), International Women’s Forum, Young Presidents’ Organization, Harvard Executive Business School, and the International Council of Shopping Centers. 

Kenric Exner serves as Vice President, Corporate Services at Harvard Developments. In this role, he leads key business functions including Information Technology, Legal Services and Data Management, Brand and Experience, and Human Resources with a focus on driving innovation, efficiency, and a strong, engaged workplace culture.

With over 20 years of senior leadership experience at Viterra and its heritage companies, Kenric has held roles including Senior Merchandiser, Merchandising Manager, and General Manager of Multimodal Logistics and Trade. His leadership in marine, truck, and container logistics was shaped by a people-first mindset and a strong focus on marketing and operational efficiency.

Kenric holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Regina with a specialization in Finance and Accounting. He also completed a semester abroad studying business at the University of Technology in Sydney, Australia.

A lifelong Regina resident, Kenric is deeply involved in the community. He currently serves on the board of Hockey Regina, is a former chair of Sask Sport, where he has served four years, including terms as chair and past chair, and is a past board member of REAL. He is a passionate advocate for youth sports and activities and a proud supporter of Regina’s growth and well-being.

Tony obtained his Engineering Technology Diploma (Construction & Civil Engineering) in 1984 at the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT - Edmonton), graduating with Honours after obtaining the necessary field experience. In 1991, he received recognition from the Saskatchewan chapter of SASTT as an Applied Science Technologist (AScT). Following this designation, Tony has gone on to obtain certifications in real estate through BOMI International for his RPA designation (Real Property Administrator) and his CPM designation (Certified Property Manager) through the Real Estate Institute of Canada (REIC). Tony is currently a member of the Alberta chapter of ASET (Alberta Society of Engineering Technologists) and holds a CET designation.

Prior to joining the Harvard team in 1990, Tony spent time in construction management and development. His portfolio of completed projects is more than $100M of office and retail properties, predominantly in Saskatchewan.

Before being appointed Vice President, Operations & Saskatchewan Regional Manager in October of 2000, Tony managed a commercial office portfolio exceeding 1M sq. ft for various local and national clients and has held general management positions with Koyl Commercial Real Estate, Brookfield Properties and TGS Properties.

With his appointment to Vice President, Real Estate Management and Development in 2022, Tony’s primary responsibility is to oversee the management and development activities throughout our managed commercial portfolio, which consists of over 9.1M sq. ft. in Western Canada. In addition, he is also the registered broker for all of Harvard’s business in Alberta. With over 32 years of real estate and five years of construction management experience, Tony focuses on creating value and maximizing asset returns for our clients through our management platform, including maintaining strong business relationships in all communities where we do business.

Outside of work, Tony is passionate about giving back to the community and industry to which he has dedicated 37 years of his professional life. He is heavily involved with various industry organizations, including having served on the Board for the past 17 years with the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA, Edmonton chapter), including as Board Chair. 

Aaron brings over 28 years of experience and leadership within the commercial real estate industry.  Before starting with Harvard in 1999, Aaron worked as an office leasing agent in Calgary and then with a western Canadian enclosed retail shopping centre developer.  Currently serving as Vice President of Leasing, Aaron oversees our commercial real estate leasing professionals responsible for the leasing management of Harvard’s office and retail real estate portfolio.  The leasing team works closely with our tenants to ensure the real estate Harvard provides is helping them succeed and grow their businesses.   

Aaron has also been involved in the successful leasing and development management of two major class A office developments in Regina.  Aaron holds a Business Administration degree from the University of Regina, an RPA designation from BOMI International, and is a registered real estate agent with the Saskatchewan Real Estate Commission. 

Pauline brings more than 20 years of taxation, corporate finance, and accounting experience to Harvard. As a key member of the corporate finance team, she is responsible for the day-to-day fiscal management of Harvard Developments and its numerous affiliated companies.

Pauline is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) with a Bachelor of Administration degree from the University of Regina, where she graduated with distinction. She completed her articling with Meyers Norris Penny and finished Parts I and II of the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants In-depth Tax Course.

Since 2006, Pauline has been a member of the Canadian Tax Foundation. She previously served as a sessional lecturer at the Paul J. Hill School of Business at the University of Regina, teaching courses on Introduction to Taxation and Advanced Taxation. Pauline is actively involved in the community, having co-chaired the annual Regina Parkinson Superwalk and been a member of the Canadian Progress Club. She also serves as a treasurer and/or team manager for numerous local sports teams and currently sits on the Board of Directors for the Regina & District Chamber of Commerce.

Shauna joined Harvard in 2012 and brings almost 40 years of legal experience in the areas of real estate, corporate/commercial and securities. Prior to joining Harvard, she obtained her paralegal certificate from today’s Saskatchewan Polytechnic and worked with MLT Aikins LLP for over 26 years.

Shauna leads the in-house legal services team and provides oversight over the drafting, negotiation, and administration of leases for Harvard’s office and retail properties across Western Canada. Her responsibilities extend to managing corporate records and documentation for Harvard and its affiliated entities, insurance administration, financing, and corporate and land transactional documents. Shauna has worked on many of Harvard’s acquisitions, dispositions, and development projects. She also provides direction with respect to Harvard’s document retention, data, and records.