Yonni Fushman

Yonni brings over 25 years of leadership experience across the Industrial, Infrastructure, and Buildings sectors. As Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, he leads Bird’s Legal & Risk Management, Strategic Development, and M&A teams.

Throughout his career, Yonni has held senior executive roles with responsibility for a diverse global portfolio that has included legal and risk management, commercial management, strategic development, and sustainability. He has also overseen portfolios spanning strategic procurement, project support, public affairs, Indigenous and community relations, brand and communications, and information technology.

Yonni was recognized as a finalist for General Counsel of the Year in both 2019 and 2024, he serves as a judge for the Canada Law Awards, and he has consistently taken leadership positions in the industry, including as a past Chair of the Ontario Bar Association’s Construction and Infrastructure Law section.

Yonni is known for his collaborative leadership style and his ability to align legal and strategic priorities with business objectives. His deep industry knowledge and global perspective support Bird’s continued growth and diversification.