CIMA+ Strengthens Board with Energy and HR Executives Amid Expansion Push

Event summary

  • CIMA+ appointed Glenn R. Kelly (engineering/energy executive) and Lyne Martel (HR executive) to its board on May 27, 2026.
  • Firm expanded to 45+ offices and 3,700 employees after acquiring Lakeland Consulting and CSched since February 2025.
  • Launched Strategic Consulting and Advisory Services in Sustainability and Decarbonization in 2025.
  • Promoted 94 new Partners and Associate Partners, bringing total to 640.

The big picture

CIMA+'s board refresh aligns with its aggressive expansion through acquisitions and service diversification. The additions of Kelly and Martel suggest a focus on industrial project management and talent integration as the firm consolidates its position in Canada's consulting engineering sector. With over 3,700 employees and 45 offices, CIMA+ is positioning itself as a leader in sustainable infrastructure projects.

What we're watching

Governance Dynamics
How Kelly's energy sector expertise will shape CIMA+'s industrial project strategy.
Execution Risk
Whether Martel's HR focus can integrate recent acquisitions while maintaining culture.
Market Positioning
The pace at which CIMA+ can scale its sustainability services amid growing demand.

Related topics

Acquisition