Clinton Kuzio is Cree and a member of Fisher River Cree Nation (he reminds us that band membership is not equal to ethnicity, hence the mention of both). He grew up in Cranberry Portage where his parents, Vangie and Cliff, taught him how to hunt, fish and trap as a child and also gave him […]
Jean Luc Kalambayi is a dynamic and motivated problem solver with five years’ experience creating, maintaining, and improving business-to-business and business-to-client relationships in e-commerce and international trade contexts. He currently works as a Project Coordinator in Construction Management with MAKE Projects Ltd, with a project portfolio spanning multi-phased healthcare, commercial, recreation, and education projects across […]
Originally from the U.K. Kim has worked in the non-profit housing sector in Vancouver since 1995. She has held several management roles, notably the Housing Coordinator, Kiwassa Housing Society, and Director, Supported Housing for Vancouver Native Housing Society. From 2010 to 2022, Kim was the Executive Director for McLaren Housing Society, Canada’s oldest HIV/AIDS housing […]
Jai Djwa BA, MFA, is the founder and principal of the digital agency Agentic Communications Inc. Jai is a creative technologist and strategist with more than 25 years of experience. Jai’s credentials offer a unique blend of technologist and facilitator as he is an accomplished presenter and knowledgeable speaker on technology as well as an award-winning digital strategist and user experience expert. He […]
Dr. Atiya Mahmood is an Associate Professor at the Department of Gerontology at Simon Fraser University. She has a PhD in Architecture/Environment-Behaviour Studies from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Her training is in environmental gerontology and her research focuses on health and built environments for older adults with a specific interest in neighbourhood environments, mobility/walkability, active […]
Judy Husen is Principal at Copperhouse Developments, a BC based Real estate development practice dedicated to creating social impact through building quality homes and curated places. Most recently, Judy was the lead manager of development at Western Canadian Properties Group. She has a background in design and management of complex high-rise residential, mixed use, and […]
Frank Chong is the Senior Vice-President, Risk and Finance, at Stabilization Central Credit Union. In his current role, Frank works closely with credit unions on issues pertaining to mergers and acquisitions, risk management, governance, strategy, and regulatory compliance. Frank also leads a team at Stabilization Central that administers a specialized self-insurance program that provides fidelity […]
Darren Sauer is a leader in the construction management and property development industry, with over 15 years of experience in this dynamic and challenging area. As the Director of Development with Wales McLelland Construction focused on business development and preconstruction, he strives to understand clients’ and stakeholders’ needs and objectives, leading and driving projects forward. […]
Aran Clarke is Vice President, People Experience at Concert Properties. She is a seasoned human resources professional with deep experience with change management and transformation projects and initiatives. Her passion is people and supporting leaders and organizations to align their people related strategies with future organizational goals. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree and […]
Willa is a Chartered Professional Accountant and a Chartered Director who believes that everyone has the potential to be their personal best when they are well supported and are given opportunities to grow. She is a seasoned audit professional with over 25 years auditing experience and is a regular advisor to both Management and the […]