Biography
Dr. Hanna received the B.Sc. Degree (Honour) from University of Basra, Iraq in 1971, the M.Sc. Degree (Distinction) from Queen Mary College, University of London, England in 1973, and the Ph.D. from Imperial College of Science and Technology, University of London, England in 1977, all in electrical engineering. Following a short teaching career, in 1981 he joined Gulf Canada, now Petro Canada, as Central Engineering Specialist providing technical expertise to the refineries in implementing capital projects and equipment selection. In 1995, he founded RPM Engineering, Ltd., a certified consulting company specializing in Adjustable Speed Drive applications, power quality studies and power system analysis. He has authored 35 technical papers, including 16 IEEE Transactions/Conference papers and has been an invited speaker to several utilities. He is a registered professional engineer in the provinces of Ontario, Alberta, British Columbia and, in 1993, became a Fellow member of the Institution of Electrical Engineers, England.

IEEE Activities
(S'75-M'76-SM'88) SECTIONS/COUNCILS: Central Canada Council, Vice Chair, 2001-03. Toronto: Chair, 2002-03; Centennial Committee, Chair, 2003; Vice Chair, 2000-01. TECHNICAL COMMITTEES: Standard 1566, Vice Chair, 2001-03. SOCIETIES: Industry Applications: 1983-03; Paper Review and Evaluation Subcommittee, 1992-03; Power Engineering, 1996-03; Industrial Electronics, 1999-03; Power Electronics, 2002-03. CONFERENCES: 2004 Canadian Conference on Electrical and Computer Engineering, Chair, 2003; Local Arrangements, Chair, 2001; PES General Meeting, Section Liaison, 2003; IAS Annual Petroleum & Chemical Industry Conference, Vice Chair, 2001; Vice Chair, 1991. REPRESENTATIVE TO: Region 7, 2002-03; Region 7 Conference Advisory, 2003.

Statement of Candidacy
I am honoured to be nominated to serve as Region 7 Delegate-Elect/Director-Elect, 2004-2005. I am committed to serve and enhance the interests of the Region, sections, chapters, and particularly of all IEEE members. Having been an IEEE volunteer for over 25 years, I am now privileged to be the Chair of the Toronto Section, the largest in Canada, which celebrates its centennial in October, 2003.

Due to my work experience and my academic credentials, I've had the opportunity to successfully conduct business in seven Canadian provinces. I will use my broad experience, communication and leadership skills to advance the strategic goals of IEEE Canada.

Building on the accomplishments of all past Canadian Directors, my goals for Region 7 advancement include improving:

• Relationships with industry and universities.
• Benefits and services for IEEE members.
• Relationships between various sections throughout Canada.
• Services to our students.
• The electronic media to deliver products and services to members in a timely manner.

I will ensure that IEEE will serve you better. Thank you for your consideration.