Brian MacLeod founded MacLeod Group Incorporated in 1984. It is now one of the largest owners of nursing homes in Atlantic Canada which owns and operates 14 homes located in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island, employing more than 1,200 people and caring for 850 seniors. He was an incredible community supporter and volunteered his time and expertise to support a variety of organisations.
Brian D. MacLeod was born in the small town of Cleveland, Richmond County, Cape Breton. He went on to graduate from Mount Allison University with a Bachelor of Arts degree, majoring in philosophy and psychology. After graduation, he served as Band Administrator of the Whycocomagh Band for three years and was later made an Honorary Chief for his service.