We are pleased to announce that Craig Donaldson will assume the role of President of the triOS Education Group (TEG), effective November 21, 2024. TEG is the parent company of triOS College and Eastern College.
In his new role, Craig will serve as President for both Colleges as well as the parent company.
Over the past 16 years, Craig has been a vital leader at triOS. He was appointed Chief Operating Officer in early 2024 as part of our succession planning process. In his previous role as Executive Vice President, International, Craig was instrumental in developing and leading our public-private partnerships with Sault College and Mohawk College.
“I am honoured to lead triOS Education Group and to support our students on their journey to becoming job-ready graduates. It’s a privilege to work alongside our dedicated faculty and staff, all committed to providing exceptional learning experiences. Together, we will continue to strengthen our program offerings, backed by outstanding student support and job placement services, to empower our students in launching meaningful careers,” says Craig Donaldson, President of triOS Education Group.
As part of this transition, former President Stuart Bentley will become Chair of the triOS Education Group. CEO Frank Gerencser will continue to lead the organization’s government relations, new business development, and strategic opportunities.
“I want to thank my business partner Stuart for over 32 years of leadership, guiding our Career Colleges from their inception to the successes we’ve achieved together. I look forward to continuing our partnership as he steps into his new role as Chair, as we embark on the next phase of our journey as a leader in the Canadian education community,” says Frank Gerencser, CEO.
“Craig has consistently shown a remarkable ability to develop business initiatives and lead acquisitions from the ground up while keeping student success at the forefront. His strong financial and operational expertise will be invaluable in driving the continued growth of our organization. Together with our Board of Advisors, Frank and I have full confidence in Craig’s capability to take the leadership reins,” says Stuart Bentley, Chair of triOS Education Group.
Craig is a Chartered Professional Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Victoria. Craig joined the organization as Director of Finance and Administration in 2008 and led our Finance and Administration teams as Executive Vice President of Finance until 2019. Throughout his tenure, Craig has made significant and impactful contributions, including leading the successful acquisition of Eastern College in 2014, implementing our Online Training division in 2019, and launching and expanding our International Student partnerships. Additionally, he served on the Board of Career Colleges of Ontario from 2010 to 2015.
About triOS Education Group
The mission of triOS Education Group through triOS College Business Technology Healthcare and Eastern College is to help students become job-ready graduates. triOS Education Group operates 9 triOS College Business Technology Healthcare campuses across Ontario and 4 Eastern College campuses in Atlantic Canada focusing on providing practical hands-on training in-person, online and hybrid delivery models based on student choice which enables students to be successful in their chosen careers. The program curriculum is extremely comprehensive and is uniquely developed with input from industry leaders to provide the highest quality education and practical hands-on experience enabling a quick career progression for graduates.
Canadian-owned and operated, triOS Education Group is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for fourteen years. triOS has been awarded the Platinum designation for redefining post-secondary education by listening to students and employer needs to deliver effective results. Since 1992, triOS College and Eastern College have prepared over 80,000 job-ready graduates for rewarding careers.
