NORTHLANDS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Judy Batty Volunteer since 2001, Member since 2002, Director since 2007. Judy Batty works in the marketing and communications department for United Way. Ms. Batty is an active volunteer in the community and serves as chair for Monday Morning Magic and Black Tie Bingo. She is also an active member of the National Cutting Horse Association where she competes with her horses.

Jerry Bouma, Past Chair Volunteer since 1993, Member since 1995, Director since 1999. Jerry Bouma is a partner of Toma and Bouma Management Consultants, which specializes in the provision of strategic and business planning services to the agri-food industry. Mr. Bouma is the director liaison for the Governance Committee and is a member of the Executive Committee.  He is a member of the Canadian Agri-Marketing Association and the Alberta Food Processors Association.

Carlene Van Brabant, P. Ag. Volunteer since 2007, member since 2009. Carlene Van Brabant is the Member Coordinator for the Farm Leadership Council. She has been an active volunteer with Green Hectares, CityFarm Edmonton, Classroom Agriculture Program, the Fringe Festival and the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra. Carlene has a Bachelor of Science with a specialization in agriculture and a major in horticulture from the University of Guelph. She brings her enthusiasm and passion for working with youth and dedication to the agriculture industry to the Northlands team.

 Jennifer Fisk Volunteer since 2004, Member since 2006, Director since 2006. Jennifer Fisk is president of Freestone Integrated Communications Ltd. Ms. Fisk is currently director liaison for Agriculture and is a member of the Executive Committee. She is an active member of the community, also serving as a Board Director for Live Local and the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights.

Laura Gadowsky, Second Vice-Chair Volunteer since 1993, Member since 1995, Director since 2003. Laura Gadowsky is a certified meeting planner and president of Gadowsky Special Event Management specializing in corporate and government meetings, symposiums and sporting event operations. Ms. Gadowsky is currently the director liaison for Edmonton’s Capital EX and the Volunteer Coordinating Committee.  She serves on the Executive Committee, and as Chair of the Edmonton Rodeo Cowboy’s Benevolent Foundation.

Randy Garvey Director since 2005, Volunteer since 2005. Randy Garvey is an executive vice president with the Canadian Western Bank. He currently serves on the Executive Committee and is vice-director liaison for the Finance and Audit Committee.  He has extensive experience as a senior executive in the public sector having held positions with WCB-Alberta and the City of Edmonton. Randy’s volunteer activities include sitting on the boards of Certified Management Accountants of Alberta and the Edmonton Chartered Financial Analyst Society.

Jeff Haley, MBA, Volunteer since 2009, Member since 2009. Jeff Haley has a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Alberta and currently works for the Insurance Bureau of Canada as the Director of Government Affairs. Through IBC, he has been involved in community initiatives such as fundraising for the Brain Injury Association of Alberta, and supporting Operation Red Nose of Alberta. Jeff’s roots are steeped in Alberta politics and in the agriculture industry and he is excited to lend his talents and knowledge to the Northlands Board of Directors.

Andrew Huntley, Chair Volunteer since 1972, Member since 2002, Director since 2002. Andrew Huntley is an investment portfolio manager specializing in commercial real estate. He currently serves on the Executive Committee, Evaulation and Compensation Committee, Strategic PLanning Committee and the Northlands Foundation Committee. Mr. Huntley is active in his community and has served as a board member for the Capital Health Authority, a trustee for the University of Alberta Hospital Foundation, and was a founding director of the Real Estate Council of Alberta.

Scott Kashuba Volunteer since 2004, Member since 2006, Director since 2008. Scott Kashuba is the senior manager of the Government of Alberta’s Agency Governance Secretariat. He currently serves as director liaison for the Rexall Edmonton Indy and vice-director liaison for the Governance Committee and the Facility Planning & Development Committee.  He is currently chair of the government’s Management Employees Pension Plan Board and chair of the Excel Society board of directors, a provincial not-for-profit organization providing support for adults with disabilities. Scott is the former chair of the MacEwan College Alumni board.

Harold Kingston, FCA Volunteer since 2000, Member since 2000, Director since 2001. Harold Kingston is a partner of Kingston Ross Pasnak LLP, one of Alberta’s largest independent chartered accountancy firms. Mr. Kingston serves on the Executive Committee and is the director liaison for the Finance and Audit Committee. He has in-depth experience in governance and strategic planning, particularly with respect to matters concerning non-profit organizations. In addition to serving on numerous community boards, Mr. Kingston is a fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Alberta (ICAA), is on the Board of Governors and is chair, Finance Audit Committee for MacEwan College.

Earl Klapstein Volunteer since 1992, Member since 2002, Director since 2006. Earl Klapstein is a partner and manager of Eddie’s Men’s Wear, a family-owned Edmonton business. Mr. Klapstein is currently the director liaison for the Shares Nominating Committee. He is a founding member and past-president of the Old Strathcona Business Revitalization Zone, chair of membership for the Synergy Network, and a long-time volunteer at Northlands.

Betty Loree, Volunteer since 1983, Member since 1999, Director since 2008. Betty Loree is a passionate believer in building relationships amongst team members, customers and organizations. She has dedicated her career with the City of Edmonton and volunteer life to inspiring teams to provide exceptional service. She brings her passion and enthusiasm for relationship building to her posts as Director Liaison for the Volunteer Review Committee, Vice-Director liaison for the Volunteer Coordinating Committee and member of the Agriculture Standing Committee.
   

David Majeski Volunteer since 2006, Member since 2008, Director since 2009. Dave Majeski is the Vice-President of RBC Royal Bank of Canada with a 40-year history with the company. Mr. Majeski serves as vice-director liaison for the Rexall Edmonton Indy.  He is currently the director of the Downtown Business Association, Vice-President of the Miss Rodeo Canada Association and a trustee with the Edmonton Rodeo Cowboys Benevolent Foundation.  Dave currently serves a vice-director liaison for the Rexall Edmonton Indy.
 

Burke Perry Volunteer since 1970, Member since 1985, Director since 1996-99, 2007.  Burke Perry is president of Burke Perry Master Builder Inc. and LOOK Homes Inc. Mr. Perry serves on the Executive Committee and is director liaison for the Facilities Planning and Development Committee. He is also the chair of the Alberta New Home Warranty Program, past director of Kids With Cancer Society and past president of both the Edmonton Region Home Builders’ Association and Canadian Home Builders’ Association - Alberta.

Bob Walker Volunteer since 1987, Member since 1988, Director since 2007. Bob Walker is vice-president of Ledcor Construction Limited, one of the most diversified construction conglomerates in North America. Mr. Walker is a board member of the Edmonton Airport Authority and the Citadel Theatre. He has also served on numerous boards including the Edmonton Downtown Development Corporation, NAIT and the Edmonton Eskimos.

John Windwick, First Vice-Chair Volunteer since 1997, Member since 1997, Director since 2000. John Windwick is the vice-president, Government and Community Relations at ATB Financial. Mr. Windwick currently sits as Commissioner for Canadian Finals Rodeo, serves on the Executive Committee. He is active in the community and volunteers for groups including the 65 Roses Sports Committee, Kinsmen Club of Edmonton, Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity, World Masters Games, Alberta Lung Association, and the TELUS Edmonton Open.

Community Appointments

Chief Cam Alexis, Volunteer since 2008, Member since 2008, Director since 2008. After 23 rewarding years with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Chief Cam Alexis now operates Paha Shna Ventures with his son and wife. He has received numerous awards for his role in the G8 Summit, the Alberta Aboriginal Role Model Award, a Lifetime Membership to the National Chiefs of Police Association and the RCMP Long Service Medal of Distinction.

Howard Weir Volunteer since 1996, Member since 1996, Director since 1996. Howard Weir is an Edmonton Transit operator. Mr. Weir is involved in his community and served as president of the Montrose Community League for nine years. 

Directors Representing the City of Edmonton

Mayor Stephen Mandel Director since 2004. Serving Alberta’s Capital City, Mayor Stephen Mandel has led the City of Edmonton since October 2004. Mayor Mandel is a strong advocate for Alberta municipalities and, through key initiatives like Port Alberta, he continues to foster Edmonton’s growing position as a hub for northern development, transportation, logistics, manufacturing and research. He remains active in the community and volunteers for such organizations as the Mazankowski Heart Institute, Heart and Stroke Foundation, Jewish Community Centre, and Allen Gray Continuing Care Centre.

Coun. Tony Caterina Director since 2007. Tony Caterina is a City of Edmonton Councillor for Ward 3 and has first-hand knowledge of opportunities and issues in northeast Edmonton. His professional background is as a businessman and president of his own industrial supply company. As a member of the Board of Directors with Alberta Avenue Business Association, Tony worked to advance the goals of that Business Revitalization Zone. He is a member of a number of committees such as Community Services Committee and Quasi-Judicial Standing Committee.

Coun. Ed Gibbons Director since 2007. Ed Gibbons was elected in 2001 as City Councillor for Ward 3. He is Co-chair of the Edmonton Salutes Committee and a member of the Rotary Club. He is involved in the Alberta Avenue Revitalization Initiative, the Fort Road Revitalization, North Edmonton Industrial Initiative and Borden Park Initiative. He served as president of the Edmonton Minor Hockey Association and past president of the Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues.

Directors Representing the Province of Alberta

Naresh Bhardwaj, Director since 2008. Mr. Bhardwaj was elected to his first term as a Member of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta for Edmonton-Ellerslie on March 3, 2008. In addition to his duties as an MLA, Mr. Bhardwaj serves as a member of the Public Accounts, Community Services and Private Bills committees. He serves on the Executive Committee.  Active in Edmonton communities for over 30 years, Mr. Bhardwaj has served on many committees and associations, establishing Youth Link, a youth employment training program, and coaching soccer at the community league level and for Juventus U-18.

Directors Representing the Government of Canada

Susan Green Volunteer since 2003,Director since 2007. Susan Green has over 14 years of experience in a variety of senior roles in Alberta’s public sector. Ms. Green has held the positions of VP External Relations at the University of Alberta; Vice President, Planning and Development at the Alberta Cancer Board and Executive Officer of the Alberta Cancer Foundation. Susan is presently involved with a number of humanitarian, arts and educational boards and organizations. In 2005, she received Alberta’s Centennial Medal for Community and Professional Service and was named the 2006 Global TV Woman of Vision.