CALGARY, Alberta—FYihealth Group, which operates the FYidoctors business and others in the eyecare and health care space, has announced two new additions to its senior leadership team, welcoming Jim Black as senior vice president of information technology and Damian Zapisocky as chief financial officer. Black is a senior technology and digital business executive with more than 20 years of experience at the leadership level. Zapisocky has experience in CEO, COO and CFO roles previously, where he developed his skill sets in financial management, strategy, acquisitions, governance, budgeting, forecasting and treasury.

“I am pleased to have Jim and Damian join our organization,” said Dr. Alan Ulsifer, CEO and chair of FYihealth Group. “Culture is everything for us and it was important to find exceptional individuals who fit our servant-leadership model. Both check these boxes for our organization, and they bring years of valuable skills and experience to the team.”

Black has a bachelor of science degree from the University of Alberta and an MBA from the Ivey Business School at Western University. Working in three different industries at the chief information officer level, he is also recognized as a strategic partner to the CEO, executive team, and board of directors in translating business needs into process and technology solutions that move businesses forward during times of rapid technological change.

 
“I’ve been nothing but impressed with the quality and authenticity of the people that work here and am very confident in the future trajectory of this organization,” said Black. “The culture is what most attracted me.”

Zapisocky has a bachelor of commerce and a MBA from the University of Alberta. Designated as a chartered accountant and a certified internal auditor, he has received the ICD.D designation from the Institute of Corporate Directors, and was awarded the honor of fellowship by CPA Alberta in 2024.

“What got me hooked on joining the team was the amazing people I met through the hiring process,” said Zapisocky. “FYi has had tremendous growth in the past few years, and I am thrilled that I can be part of its next stages as the company continues to expand.”