Paula Copeland has spent 25 years in the port industry and before that nearly a decade in tourism. As a creative personality and lifelong learner, Paula thrives on innovation and collaboration which result in new opportunities and spur continuous improvement. Building awareness about Port Saint John in the community was Paula’s core purpose for the past decade. Today, the Port’s strong focus on sustainability drives everything she does. As a member of the executive team, she leads a department responsible for integrating sustainability and social responsibility in all areas of port operations. A lifelong learner, Paula holds BA & MA in History, a Graduate Certificate in Public Relations Management, a Graduate Diploma in Social Responsibility & Sustainability, a Diploma in Port Management, and a Professional Port Manager designation. Paula is Chair of the Association of Canadian Port
Authorities Public & Government Relations Committee, Chair of The Harbour Lights Campaign Inc, Vice Chair of Saint John Seafarers’ Mission, Board Member of Imperial Theatre, and member of the UN Ocean Stewardship Collation’s IMO/FAO Global Industry Alliance.