Kim Furlong — SPARQNOW

At-a-Glance

President & CEO of the Retail Council of Canada (RCC)
Served six years as CEO of the Canadian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (CVCA)
Over two decades of experience at the intersection of public policy, business, and advocacy
Spent a decade at Amgen Canada leading External Affairs
Served as a senior political aide in two federal ministerial offices

Biography

Kim Furlong is the President & CEO of the Retail Council of Canada (RCC), where she champions members' interests, shapes national policy, and builds strong partnerships across sectors. She brings over two decades of experience at the intersection of public policy, business, and advocacy, known for her strategic mindset and collaborative approach.

Before rejoining RCC in 2025, Furlong served for six years as CEO of the Canadian Venture Capital & Private Equity Association (CVCA).