Kevin Hall is President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Victoria and an innovative academic leader and civil engineer known for his strong commitment to sustainability, innovation, community engagement, and unwavering belief in equitable access to education, and equity, diversity and inclusion. He has made a global impact putting research into practice by delivering knowledge to industry and community. His academic interests are focused on hydraulic and environmental modelling and water and health in marginalized communities. Kevin has built entrepreneurship and innovation initiatives in Canada and Australia and is a founding board member of the Sydney School of Entrepreneurship.