THE ROTMAN DISTINGUISHED BUSINESS ALUMNI OF THE YEAR AWARD

The Rotman Distinguished Business Alumni Award is the highest honour bestowed upon graduates of the University of Toronto. The award recognizes the outstanding achievements of alumni who have pursued a career in business and have made an impact on a wide range of industry sectors. Many past recipients continue to inspire others with their support of philanthropic and community causes. 

Rotman Distinguished Business Alumni Award winners have demonstrated leadership and made valuable contributions that drive today’s economy and tomorrow’s opportunities.

2005

John H. Watson

2004

John A. Rogers

2003

William A. Downe

2002

Philip J. Orsino, O.C.

1998

John M. Cassaday

1997

Dr. Leslie L. Dan, O.C., O.Ont.

1992

Ralph M. Barford



The Hon. Henry N.R. Jackman



Dr. Adam H. Zimmerman, O.C.

1991

Earl H. Orser, O.C.



Joseph L. Rotman, O.C.

1990

Thomas Di Giacomo



Dr. David R. McCamus

1989

Lorne K. Lodge



Paul J. Phoenix

1988

Wiliam A. Farlinger, O.C.



George R. Gardiner, O.C., O.Ont.

1987

The Hon. Michael H. Wilson, O.C.



John A. Rhind



John F.D. Bulloch, O.C.



E. Kendall Cork