Tom McCabe has over thirty four years experience in the banking industry reaching executive ranks with the Bank of Montreal. After his retirement, he served as President and CEO of Alberta Tourism, Executive Vice President of Haines Elliott Marketing Services and in 1997, he took over as President and CEO of Theatre Calgary. Tom retired from Theatre Calgary September 30, 2014 leaving a legacy of nineteen consecutive surplus years, and a very healthy endowment. During his career he has served on boards of over 20 organizations both for and not for profit and was chair of many. He currently is consulting and working closely with Vertigo Theatre.
Tom is the recipient of the Governor Generals Medal in recognition of significant contribution to compatriots, community and to Canada, the Special Achievement Rozsa Award for Excellence in Arts Management, a Calgary Award for Community Achievement and Community Advocate. He is also the recipient of the Province of Alberta Centennial Meal for outstanding service to the people and province of Alberta.