Our Team
Laura Grace
CEO
As Chief Executive Officer of the Edge group of companies, Laura has been instrumental in its explosive growth. With her keen interest in systems and technology, she has led the management teams through a number of strategic mergers, acquisitions, and start-up ventures in both Canada and the US. Laura utilizes her strong knowledge in internal processes with new and innovative softwares to implement efficient and effective administration, financial, and accounting workflows in companies, seeking to ever-improve upon already efficient systems. She is dedicated to streamlining information flow, leaving management unrestricted by the administrative and financial burdens that can quickly stall company growth.
Graduating with a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and starting her career in public practice, Laura has gained a wealth of business knowledge over the years. While analyzing financials and working with shareholders on external engagements, Laura quickly realized that she wanted to be more hands-on with the companies she was assisting and moved into the world of Corporate Accounting and Finance. Under her strong leadership, Edge has grown multifold.
Nominated for the 32nd annual RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards, Laura is committed to fostering a culture of trust, integrity and positivity within Edge. Her belief in the power of collaboration and open communication creates an environment where innovation flourishes and team members feel empowered to achieve their full potential.
Lance Leger
COO
Starting with an acquisition in 2008, Lance managed a tripling of its sales, expanded the workforce to over 150 employees and built the company to be the most dominant in its sector in Western Canada. Over successive transitions and acquisitions, this has grown into what the Edge Investment Group is today: an interconnected group of over 20 operating companies, each excelling within its own market.
His financial acumen and knack for streamlining information systems has been critical to the success of the Group. Lance is exceptionally skilled at distilling complex business and financial details into easily communicated, understandable language, allowing owners to focus on what is most important.
Always willing to get his hands dirty to understand how a system works, he is just as comfortable working in the field as he is in the boardroom.
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Jordan Westby
DIRECTOR OF TECHNOLOGY
Jordan joined Edge as Director of Technology in 2023, overseeing technology policies, planning, and implementation for its group of companies. His commitment to consistency, efficiency, and organization helps Edge to effectively scale its operations across many companies in varied industries.
Jordan brings over 10 years of experience in IT roles, ranging from support technician to team manager. His experience and foresight allow him to comprehensively assess technology iniatives and ensure the right systems are put in place to make them successful.
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Rashmi Sharma
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Rashmi brings over eight years of experience as a seasoned Human Resources professional adept at building strong HR departments across various industries. At Edge, Rashmi harnesses her extensive expertise to design and refine HR infrastructures for our group of companies. Her core focus is on optimizing crucial HR functions, ensuring employee satisfaction, and upholding compliance with employment regulations.
Rashmi possesses dual Master’s degrees in Human Resources Management, which equip her with an in-depth understanding of HR principles. She is also a committed member of the Chartered Professionals in Human Resources (CPHR), which underscores her commitment to professional excellence. This mix of advanced education and certification allows Rashmi to adeptly handle the intricacies of modern human resources management and make substantial contributions to organizational success.