When decisions need to be made, governance and process is essential to operate smoothly.

These are the core people leading Napkin Inc. Focus remains on implementing key management and procedures, in order to bring Napkin to the public markets.

Board of Directors

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With over 15 years of experience in Canada, Suzana Seis-Manto is a passionate advocate for aiding small business owners and individuals in managing and enhancing their financial well-being. Armed with a robust accounting background, Suzana offers clients sound advice, professionalism, and peace of mind. Her skill set encompasses exceptional organizational and communication skills, allowing her to streamline processes for improved efficiency and reduced waste.
 
Holding a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting from Romania, Suzana arrived in Canada with a dream to establish her own accounting practice. Currently serving as a dedicated and adaptable Corporate Financial Controller at Napkin Inc., Suzana efficiently manages full-cycle accounting responsibilities, including payroll, financial statements, and government remittances. Her expertise extends to budgeting, cash flow forecasting, and policy development to enhance company efficiency, ensuring the financial health and profitability of the organizations she serves.
 
Before her role at Napkin Inc., Suzana gained valuable experience as a Revenue Accountant with the Government of Alberta, handling ministry financial information, collaborating with auditors, and compiling monthly financial statements. Suzana’s diverse background and commitment to financial excellence make her a well-rounded and capable professional in the field, always staying proactive in the ever-changing landscape of corporate finance.

As Napkin continues to grow, further board seats are available for desirable investors with prior history of public transactions, and alignment of Napkin’s core mission, values and ethics.

Finding great leadership

We’re holding additional board seats with equity compensation, for both our Board of Directors and our Advisory Board.
Board candidates must have experience scaling large international companies from growth-stage to IPO transactions.

Napkin’s Board functions and requirements

The Board of Directors plays a crucial role in overseeing the management and strategic direction of Napkin,
providing greater value to shareholders. Here are several reasons why our board was formed and exists today:

Corporate Governance
Provides a system of checks and balances within Napkin, ensuring that no single individual or group has excessive power. This helps prevent unethical behavior and conflicts of interest.

Strategic Guidance
Helps to set the strategic direction of Napkin. Members provide valuable insights and expertise to guide Napkin’s long-term planning and decision-making.

Accountability
Holds management accountable for performance and adherence to ethical and legal standards. They monitor financial reporting, compliance with regulations, and the achievement of goals.

Risk Management
Assesses and manages risks that Napkin may face. They provide oversight to mitigate potential threats and ensure sustainability.

Fiduciary Duty
Board members have a fiduciary duty to act in the best interests of Napkin and its shareholders. This duty includes making decisions that benefit Napkin as a whole.

Selection of Leadership
Selection and continuous evaluation the executive leadership team, ensuring that the right individuals are leading Napkin.

Stakeholder Representation
The board represents the interests of all stakeholders, including shareholders, employees, customers, and the broader community. Balancing of interests to make decisions that benefit all.

Financial Oversight
Review and approval of budgets, financial statements, and major financial transactions. Ensuring that Napkin’s financial resources are used wisely and transparently.

Strategic Partnerships
Help facilitating strategic partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, and other significant business transactions that benefit Napkin’s growth and competitiveness.

Crisis Management
In times of crisis or uncertainty, the board provides stability and guidance, helping Napkin navigate challenges and the ability to make tough decisions, fast, when it matters most.

Expertise and Diversity
The board consists of individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and experiences. This diversity brings a wide range of perspectives to unlock value. As our slogan says, “we’re better together”.

Legal and Regulatory Compliance
Ensuring that Napkin complies with relevant laws and regulations, reducing the risk of legal issues and potential penalties.

Investor Confidence
The presence of a capable board boosts investor confidence in the organization, which leads to increased investment and shareholder value, which are all quintessential for growth.

Succession Planning
Ensures leadership transitioning is prepared for and done smoothly, and that Napkin stays prepared for the future.

Ethical Leadership
The board sets the tone for ethical behavior across Napkin.
Commitment to ethical standards, including transparency throughout the business, helps build a culture of integrity.

Long-Term Sustainability
The board focuses on the long-term sustainability of Napkin,
including short-term decisions that may ultimately impact the future value of shareholders.

Napkin works with exceptional people and brands, all around the world.

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