Sandi Findlay-Thompson

Dr. Sandi Findlay-Thompson is a tenured Professor of Management at the Department of Business and Tourism within the Faculty of Professional Studies at Mount Saint Vincent University (MSVU). She joined the institution in 2003 after a 25-year career in industry, including roles such as National Manager of Real Estate Operations and Manager of Group Pensions at TD Canada Trust. Her academic qualifications include a BBA (with Distinction) from MSVU, an MBA from Dalhousie University, and a PhD from Northcentral University, complemented by professional credentials like the Personal Finance Planner (PFP) designation.

Her research focuses on women’s entrepreneurship in Nova Scotia, emphasizing intersectionality and the challenges faced by underrepresented groups. This work has been supported by grants from agencies like ACOA, ACWIE, and WAGE, and has influenced policy development through collaboration with women’s organizations and government bodies. Dr. Findlay-Thompson actively contributes to the Centre for Women in Business, serving on its Advisory and Management Boards since 2003.

• Education:
  • BBA (with Distinction), Mount Saint Vincent University
  • MBA, Dalhousie University
  • PhD, Northcentral University

Dr. Findlay-Thompson teaches a wide range of business courses, including marketing, organizational behavior, international business, and ethics. Her professional experience in banking and legal sectors informs her teaching and research, bridging academic theory with real-world applications.

• Grants & Funding:
  • ACOA-funded studies on women-led entrepreneurship
  • WAGE-supported research on underrepresented business owners
• Labs/Teams: Centre for Women in Business (Leadership roles in advisory and management boards)