Statement of intent

My family has benefited greatly from the exceptional member service of the credit union over many decades. I served on Spark and Connect First Credit Union Boards, serving on all committees and in leadership roles. Serving on the Board has given me the opportunity to see firsthand the deep care that goes into the decisions that impact the membership; to do our best for the financial wellbeing for our members. This aligns with my values, and is what motivates me to serve.

I have been a business leader and professional engineer for over 35 years. I worked in rural and urban Alberta for Shell Canada and Swan Hills Synfuels - a small entrepreneurial company where we pioneered a novel clean energy technology. These experiences have equipped me with key skills that the Nominating Committee is searching for: ESG leadership, Regulatory and Government Relations, and Enterprise Risk Management.

I’m committed to governance excellence and have received the ICD.D designation. I believe my background, and my passion to serve our members, equips me to be an effective contributor to the success of our Board; to ensure that even as a much larger merged credit union, we continue to provide exceptional member service.