Alex Pattillo

For the past 20 years, Alex has advised boards, HR committees and senior management teams of complex companies on aligning pay programs with their business strategy and performance goals. He is known for his expertise in executive compensation design and governance, including public disclosure requirements, and understanding the perspectives of institutional investors and proxy advisors in Canada. Prior to forming Southlea, Alex spent 15 years at a global human resources consulting firm, where he led the Toronto Rewards Practice and was a member of the Canadian Leadership Team.

Industry Focus

Alex has diverse industry experience, with specific expertise advising publicly-traded organizations in financial services, mining, utilities, and technology industries.

How Alex Works

Alex works closely with stakeholders to develop practical compensation solutions grounded in data and tailored to each client’s business and HR strategies. He combines thoughtful analysis with an understanding of governance best practices and investor perspectives to help boards and management make informed decisions. His positive, straightforward approach makes complex issues easier to navigate and keeps discussions focused on business impact.

Education

Alex has a Bachelor of Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Master of Industrial Relations from Queen’s University.

Affiliations

Alex is a member of the Advisory Board for the Greater Toronto Area Rewards Association (GTARA) and a member of the Governance Professionals of Canada (GPC). He is also a frequent speaker and presenter on executive compensation topics at relevant industry forums.