OutCare Foundation Leadership
Michael J. Hughes, Director
Michael Hughes is Founder and CEO of the NfR Consulting Group. An international networking expert, he coaches business, corporate and sales professionals to achieve better results by improving networking skills. His client list includes such organizations as Sun Microsystems, Scotiabank, Dell and Staples.
Prior to this entrepreneurial endeavour, Michael worked for the Canadian Tire Corporation in several roles including Corporate Field Representative and National Education Coordinator, and also is actively engaged in volunteer leadership. Currently the National Chair of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers Charitable Foundation, Michael has also devoted his time as Co-Chair of the Plowing Fore a Cure Golf Tournament, as both member and Chair of the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and as President of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers Ottawa Chapter.
Michael is committed to working with the OutCare Foundation to raise awareness of the need for palliative care in our community, and help increase the resources available to support this important issue. He joined OutCare’s board in 2014.