Tim Smith has over 40 years of experience in public relations, government relations and marketing, and has worked as a senior manager at a number of leading media companies in Canada. He joined the Canadian International Pharmacy Association (CIPA) in 2009 where he provides strategic guidance to its Board and members and coordinates all activities of the association. CIPA is a Canadian association of licensed pharmacies that sell pharmaceuticals and maintenance medications to individuals upon receipt of a valid prescription. Tim oversees the ongoing initiatives and work of committees that have resulted in world class safety and protocols for qualifying online pharmacy businesses. In addition, his business experience, over many years Tim has shown his commitment in the community, serving on a number of boards including the United Way of Winnipeg and the Better Business Bureau of Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario.