Katherine Cotton serves as the Corporate Director at Cotton Professional Corporation, where she leverages her extensive background in employment law and corporate governance to provide strategic oversight and legal counsel. With over 26 years of experience in litigation and workplace investigations, Katherine has honed her...
Katherine Cotton serves as the Corporate Director at Cotton Professional Corporation, where she leverages her extensive background in employment law and corporate governance to provide strategic oversight and legal counsel. With over 26 years of experience in litigation and workplace investigations, Katherine has honed her expertise in navigating complex legal landscapes, ensuring compliance, and mitigating risks for both public and private sector organizations. Her role involves not only advising on employment-related matters but also spearheading key projects that focus on enhancing corporate governance frameworks and best practices.
Katherine's commitment to corporate governance is underscored by her impressive tenure as a Board Member and Committee Chair at NAV CANADA from 2001 to 2010, where she played a pivotal role in steering the organization through significant regulatory changes and operational challenges. Her experience extends to serving on the boards of other public organizations with assets exceeding $1 billion, where she has been instrumental in implementing policies that promote transparency, accountability, and ethical leadership.
In addition to her legal acumen, Katherine is recognized for her exceptional public speaking and legal writing skills, which enable her to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to diverse audiences. Her passion for fostering inclusive workplace environments drives her to conduct thorough workplace investigations, ensuring that organizations uphold their commitments to fair treatment and compliance with labor laws. As she continues to lead initiatives at Cotton Professional Corporation, Katherine remains dedicated to empowering organizations to navigate the intricacies of employment law while promoting robust governance practices that support sustainable growth and organizational integrity.