Jim Vermeersch has been appointed to the board of governors of the Southeast College.
Vermeersch, an Estevan-based chartered professional accountant will serve a three-year term.
The appointment was announced at the college’s first meeting of the new fiscal year on Sept. 9 in Weyburn. The appointment was confirmed through the Ministry of Advanced Education.
Vermeersch has held a number of board and executive positions within several organizations in the southeast region. He is a senior partner with the accounting firm of Siever, Vermeersch and Fonstad in Estevan. He holds a bachelor of education degree and had a number of years in the teaching profession before switching career paths to accounting.
“I look forward to working with the Southeast College board and to continue with the growth plan they have set forth,” said Vermeersch. “I believe my experience in education and financial accounting will support the board and college as we move ahead.”
Vermeersch will be one of two representatives who reside in the Estevan area. The appointment came following the completion of Dale Felgate’s second term with the board as an Estevan area representative.
The other Estevan area board member is Bernie Bjorndalen.
“We are very appreciative of the time and dedication Dale Felgate gave to the board of governors for the Southeast College,” said Judi Jones, board chairwoman. “We would like to extend our sincere thanks to Dale for his contributions.”
News of the appointment was issued through the offices of the college’s president and CEO, Dion McGrath.
