John Bianchini named Canada’s Most Admired CEO

Toronto, Canada— Hatch is proud to announce that its chair and CEO, John Bianchini, has been named Canada’s Most Admired™ CEO – Enterprise Category by Waterstone Human Capital. This prestigious recognition celebrates visionary leadership, purpose-driven culture, and sustained organizational performance across Canadian enterprises.

As chair and CEO of Hatch, John has redefined what it means to lead with values in a complex, global world. His unwavering commitment to Hatch’s employee ownership, people-first culture, and sustainable innovation has transformed Hatch into a purpose-driven powerhouse, delivering world-class results. With more than 11,000 employees and project experience in more than 150 countries, Hatch continues to deliver transformative solutions in metals, energy, and infrastructure, driven by a deep commitment to creating positive change.

“This honour reflects the incredible people at Hatch and the culture we’ve built together. As an employee-owned firm, we have a deep sense of accountability, entrepreneurial spirit, and long-term commitment to both our clients and projects,” said Bianchini. “For me, Hatch’s story is one of awe and pride. It is a Canadian success story with global impact, built on purpose, culture, and resilience. And it is proof that when people live their values, they can create a better world through positive change.”

John’s leadership has been defined by:

• Visionary strategy: Navigating global downturns and the pandemic with resilience, diversifying into new sectors and services, and launching longer-term client-focused strategies.
• Culture and people development: Codifying Hatch’s values into the Hatch Manifesto and launching Manifesto-driven Leadership, a globally implemented employee program that integrates problem solving with emotional intelligence.
• Innovation and competitiveness: Delivering more than $100 billion in transformative projects, pioneering industry-first technologies, and investing in startups to accelerate innovation across the industries Hatch serves.
• Corporate social responsibility: Championing STEM education, Indigenous engagement, and the arts, with more than $6 million invested in community programs in 2025 alone.
• Organizational performance: Achieving consistent revenue growth, maintaining one of the industry’s lowest attrition rates, and earning recognition as one of Canada’s Top Employers for ten consecutive years and Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 18 years.

“What sets John apart is his ability to honor our legacy while boldly steering Hatch into a new era. Under his leadership, we’ve embraced the evolving needs of our clients and communities, focusing on innovation, sustainability, and positive impact. He has championed a culture that is resilient, responsive to the world around us, and one that empowers our people to create lasting, meaningful change.”
— Randy McMeekin, Global Managing Director, Infrastructure, Hatch

“John lives by the principle that ‘our actions will tell you who we are.’ Under his leadership, Hatch is stronger than ever. There is clarity around its purpose, direction, and behavior. John will undoubtedly leave the company better than he found it. He knows culture is never guaranteed—it must be cultivated daily. His commitment is not to perfection, but to progress: to being just a little better today than yesterday. He has fostered a culture that retains, encourages, inspires, and empowers people to be—and offer—their best.”
— Carl Oxholm, CEO, Virtue Compass Inc.

Earlier this year, John was also awarded the Julian C. Smith Medal by the Engineering Institute of Canada and an Honorary Doctor of Laws from OCAD University.

John Bianchini’s recognition as Canada’s Most Admired CEO is a testament to his unwavering commitment to values-based leadership, innovation, and global impact.

To learn more about Hatch and John Bianchini’s leadership, visit www.hatch.com. 

For more information, please contact:

Lindsay Janca
Global Director, Public Relations
Tel: +1 905 403 4199
Email: media@hatch.com

About Hatch

Whatever our clients envision, our teams can design and build. With seven decades of business and technical experience in the mining, energy, and infrastructure sectors, we know your business and understand that your challenges are changing rapidly. We respond quickly with solutions that are smarter, more efficient and innovative. We draw upon our 11,000 staff with experience in over 150 countries to challenge the status quo and create positive change for our clients, our employees, and the communities we serve.

Find out more on www.hatch.com.