Judy Sparkes-Giannou
SENIOR BUSINESS ADVISOR
A business leader and active community volunteer, Judy has been involved primarily in the tourism industry of Newfoundland & Labrador for 30 years. In her current role as Managing Director of Clayton Hospitality, Judy takes on an active role in the growth and development of the Comfort Inn Airport (St. John’s), St. Jude Hotel (Clarenville) and the Comfort Inn (Gander). Numerous investments in real estate and various companies throughout Atlantic Canada keep Judy engaged in a diverse range of business activities throughout the region.
Judy is a recipient of the President’s Award from the Newfoundland & Labrador Organization of Women Entrepreneurs (NLOWE). Atlantic Business Magazine named Judy as one of Atlantic Canada’s Top 50 CEO’s and she was identified by Progress Magazine as one of the top 25 people to watch in the Atlantic Region.
Judy dedicates considerable time to mentoring women in business; she has served as Vice Chair of the Canadian Spondylitis Association, is a founding member of the Newfoundland & Labrador Chapter of the Women Presidents Organization (WPO) and is a Past Chair of NLOWE. Judy is currently the Chair of Choice Hotels Canada Franchisee Advisory Board and is an active volunteer.