Hillman served as Canada’s top envoy in Washington from 2020 to 2026, a term defined by the pandemic and shifts across three different U.S. administrations. Her work during the implementation of the USMCA trade agreement established her as a central figure in cross-border negotiations. CABC CEO Beth Burke noted that Hillman’s institutional memory and deep network across both capitals make her a vital addition to the organization’s leadership.
Kirsten Hillman Joins Canadian American Business Council Advisory Board
After six years steering Canada’s diplomatic and economic interests through the volatile landscape of North American trade, former Ambassador Kirsten Hillman is transitioning to the private sector. The Canadian American Business Council confirmed today that Hillman will join its advisory board to help shape future bilateral commercial strategy.

Beyond her diplomatic tenure, Hillman brings extensive legal experience, including past work as a senior legal advisor to the World Trade Organization. She currently holds a position as a Distinguished Fellow at the University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy. As an advisor to the council, she will provide strategic guidance to a membership base that represents nearly $6 trillion in annual revenue and 11.6 million employees.


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