Alfonso Porras Ferrer
Winnipeg, Manitoba Director of Product Development, Loewen Windows and Doors Originally from Mexico and now rooted in Canada, Alfonso is Director of Product Development at Loewen Windows and Doors in Manitoba. An engineer with experience across aerospace, agricultural machinery, furniture, and fenestration, he champions innovation that elevates quality of life, confronts complex challenges, and accelerates […]
Alison Prescott
Hanwell, New Brunswick Manager, Programs and Services, The Canadian Association of Research Administrators Alison stays connected and engaged with the Canadian non-profit sector through her Certified Association Executive (CAE) designation and Canadian Society of Association Executives membership, and volunteering locally at her children’s parent council. Professionally, she contributes to associations and the Canadian research enterprise […]
Yusra Qadir
Surrey, British Columbia Chief Programs and Advocacy Officer, Mothers Matter Canada Yusra Qadir works to advance systems change at the intersection of gender equity, care work, and newcomer integration. As Chief Programs and Advocacy Officer at Mothers Matter Canada, she leads pan‑Canadian initiatives supporting immigrant women and families, integrating program leadership, policy engagement, and data‑driven […]
Graeme Reed
Ottawa, Ontario Strategic Advisor, Assembly of First Nations Dr. Graeme Reed is a Strategic Advisor at the Assembly of First Nations, working to elevate First Nations in national and international dialogues. He does this in a variety of contexts, including on Ministerial advisory committees, non-profit Boards, Parliamentary committees, and UN climate change processes. In his […]
Jessica Perritt
Bradford, Ontario Director Indigenous & Municipal Relations, Nuclear Waste Management Organization Jessica Perritt is a proud Anishnaabe-kwe and a member Neyaashiinigmiing First Nation. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Physics and believes Mathematics is the universal language of relationships. Currently, Jessica is the Director of Indigenous Relations at the Nuclear Waste […]
Umair Pervez
Calgary, Alberta Director, HR, Calgary Police Umair Pervez serves as Director of Human Resources at the Calgary Police Service, leading major HR transformation in one of the most complex public service environments. His work includes modernizing HR service delivery, advancing digital HR systems, and supporting cultural and employee experience improvements. Prior to joining CPS, he […]
Tamara Phillips
Milton, Ontario Instructional Program Lead, Halton District School Board Curious by nature and passionate about learning, Tamara Phillips (she/her) is an Education Officer with the Education Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO) Equity team, bringing experience from the Halton District School Board, where she served as an Instructional Program Lead in Secondary School Programs and on […]
Celeste Pinder
Regina, Saskatchewan Treasurer, IATSE Local 295 Celeste Pinder has been passionately engaged in the labour movement for over 15 years. She is President of the Regina and District Labour Council, and serves on the Saskatchewan Federation of Labour Executive Council. Pinder has been active in IATSE Local 295 since 2012, serving two terms as President […]
Sarah Outram
New Dominion, Prince Edward Island Executive Director, PEI Coalition for Women’s Leadership From supporting PhD research projects in the polar bear capital of the world, to her role as Executive Director for the PEI Coalition for Women’s Leadership, Sarah’s desire to help others succeed has shaped her into who she is today. Her unique career […]
Olive Ozoemena
Halifax, Nova Scotia Director of Programs – Language and Labour Market, Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia (ISANS) Olive Ozoemena is passionate about advancing social impact initiatives that foster an inclusive society and support the full integration of immigrants. Professionally, Olive leads programs that drive collaborative growth and address complex community needs. Personally, she values […]