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Most leaders don't lack capability. They lack objective perspective.
As former C-Suite Executives, each partner at Frank Executive Partnerships understands what it means to carry responsibility at the organizational level.
We've navigated board dynamics, stakeholder pressure, growth challenges, leadership transitions, and difficult decisions where there was no obvious answer.
We offer:
Experience: Real-world perspective from leaders who have carried organizational responsibility and understand what is at stake.
Objectivity: No politics. No agenda. Just clear, independent perspective focused on what matters most.
Candour: We won't just tell you what you want to hear.
We'll tell you what you need to know.
Clarity: When the stakes are high, perspective matters. Clarity creates confidence.
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Founder & Lead Advisor
Lisa Munro is a seasoned CEO and senior executive with more than 30 years of experience driving growth, leading complex negotiations, and building high-value partnerships across the private, public, and non-profit sectors.
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As President & CEO of Covenant Foundation, Lisa led the organization to record-breaking revenue growth while expanding support for 28 hospitals and continuing care sites across Alberta. Prior to that, she spent 14 years with Oilers Entertainment Group, where she led major corporate partnerships and negotiated strategic agreements with some of Canada's leading organizations. Her executive experience also includes leadership roles with the University Hospital Foundation and CIBC.
Having worked across corporate, sports, financial services, healthcare, and philanthropic organizations, Lisa brings a practical, results-driven perspective to growth strategy, revenue generation, stakeholder engagement, and organizational leadership. She is known for helping leaders navigate complexity, seize opportunities, and achieve meaningful results.
Executive Advisor
Carol is a Professional Engineer and accomplished executive with more than 25 years of global experience in the petrochemical industry. Carol has delivered on her personal mantra of “Privileged to Lead, Driven to Deliver” throughout her career.
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From 2019 to 2025, Carol served as President & CEO of Women Building Futures, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing economic opportunities for women. Prior to that, she was the first female Registrar of the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta (APEGA).
Carol brings extensive governance expertise and a strong commitment to social impact, serving as a director and Governance Committee Chair for the Excel Society and a member of the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada’s National Advisory Panel.
She was also recently appointed as member of the Government of Alberta’s Women’s Economic Advancement and Collaboration Table, providing advice to advance Alberta women’s economic empowerment.
Carol has been well recognized through her career for extensive leadership skills and impact and was recently recognized with both the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal and the King Charles III Coronation Medal.
Carol graduated from engineering with her husband Jim of 38 years. Together they have raised two amazing and contributing young men and are now embracing grandparenthood.
Warren Bergen B.Comm., CM&AA, CEPA
Risk & Readiness Advisor
Warren Bergen helps business owners and leadership teams reduce risk, strengthen enterprise value, and prepare for future growth, succession, or exit opportunities. With more than 30 years of experience in venture capital, angel investing, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance, he brings a practical buyer's perspective to identifying and addressing the operational, financial, and structural factors that impact business value.
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As President of AVAC Ltd., Warren grew assets under management from $52 million to $130 million and has led investments, transactions, and strategic initiatives across a wide range of industries. He is the co-founder of BridgeCo Capital and has served on numerous boards and advisory committees, including those supporting innovation and entrepreneurship across Canada.
Warren is a Certified Mergers & Acquisitions Advisor (CM&AA), a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), author, speaker, and trusted advisor on business growth, risk management, and exit readiness.
Garnet Munro MBA
Leadership Development & Resilience
Garnet Munro is a seasoned leader with more than 35 years of experience helping individuals and organizations navigate leadership, career progression, and operational excellence in high-pressure environments. Having served in frontline, supervisory, executive, and strategic leadership roles, he brings a practical understanding of what it takes to build a successful and sustainable career.
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Garnet has served as an Advanced Care Paramedic, Firefighter, Fire Captain & Investigator, and senior healthcare operations leader, including executive leadership roles with Alberta Health Services. His experience spans emergency response, municipal leadership, healthcare operations, and project management, giving him a unique perspective on leadership across complex organizations.
Garnet is passionate about helping emerging and established leaders navigate workplace challenges, manage stress and organizational demands, and prepare for future leadership opportunities. He believes long-term success is built through continuous learning, intentional development, and a commitment to leading both yourself and others with purpose.
He holds an Executive MBA, a Certificate in Municipal Management and Leadership, and an Executive Leadership Certificate from the University of Alberta School of Business, along with numerous professional designations and certifications. He is the recipient of the Emergency Services Long Service Medal and the Emergency Services Exemplary Service Medal.
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