Cathy Thorpe

Cathy Thorpe, President & CEO of Nurse Next Door, is disrupting the home healthcare industry globally. Under her leadership, the company has grown from 40 to 400 locations across Canada, US, England and Australia, achieving 20% year-over-year growth. 

Cathy’s impact goes far beyond numbers. She is redefining home care by embracing Happier Aging, a unique care philosophy that celebrates aging and empowers seniors to live life to the fullest.

Her culture and leadership philosophy, Bold Kindness, has shaped a unique company culture centered on mentorship, team development, and empowerment. Her leadership has not only driven remarkable business results but has also created an environment where everyone thrives. 

Cathy’s dedication to people and innovation has earned her widespread recognition. She’s been honored with Business in Vancouver’s CEO of the Year Award in 2020, and named one of their Top Influential Women in Business in 2024. She has also received the 2024 Waterstone – MacKay CEO Forums Social Purpose Innovator Award. Her insights and experiences are captured in her Amazon bestselling book, “Bold Kindness: A Caring, More Compassionate Way to Lead.” 

Cathy’s commitment to people and excellence extends beyond Nurse Next Door; she actively contributes to her community as an Independent Director of the Pharmasave Board, and is Cabinet Chair of the Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon Capital Campaign Cabinet.