Meet Our Team Of Associates

Todd has spent the majority of his career working in the public sector – first with the Canadian Armed Forces, then assuming larger and more complex roles including the General Manager of Parks and Recreation in the City of Medicine Hat, and the Chief Administrative Officer for the Town of Diamond Valley. His in-depth understanding of public policy, governance and the municipal sectors, and his various roles on non-profit boards qualify him to see the critical pieces that make municipalities, non-profits, and recreation agencies successful.

Éliane earned her bachelor’s Degree from Université Laval, and her MBA in Global Business from the University of Louisville, Panama Campus. As a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) she worked as a Global Project Manager at Procter & Gamble.  She is currently a PhD candidate at the University of Calgary

Originally from the Montreal region, her career has taken her to many places including the United States, Central America, and the Middle East.  

Fluent in three languages, Éliane has a Swim Coach certification and enjoys serving on Boards – most recently as a board member for the High River Hospital Foundation, the United Way, and a women's shelter in the Calgary region.

Corinne is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) with a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Manitoba. She has more than 20 years of accounting, finance and risk management experience in the municipal, non-profit, and private sectors, and most notably, was a key finance liaison for the amalgamation negotiations of the Towns of Black Diamond and Turner Valley. Corinne is passionate about all areas related to the finance function, but what sets her apart is her belief in working closely with the operations departments to achieve business objectives. 

Dawn Keith has spent most of her career working in the coaching and educational sector, including 24 years at Lethbridge Polytechnic specializing in the areas of leadership and sport coaching. In addition to a Master of Arts in Leadership and Administration from Gonzaga University, she brings a wealth of knowledge in the realm of sport and leadership including ten years at the Basketball Canada Centre for Performance, and the International Coaching Federation. She has presented at several conferences including the Alberta Colleges Conference, Alberta Sport Council, as well as numerous grass roots sports organizations. Dawn has coached for three collegiate teams in Canada – Concordia University (Montreal), Mount Royal (Calgary) and Lethbridge College.

Doug is a highly experienced leader with a decorated international military career as well as background and experience in emergency preparedness. After serving in the Canadian Armed Forces for 34 years both in the security field and in command positions, he has now transitioned to the private sector. 

Doug’s expertise in risk management and security provides him valuable insights to municipal and corporate teams seeking to address their responsibilities for organizational emergency preparedness. Known for his detailed planning capability, analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to develop practical solutions to complex problems, he is committed to excellence and has a passion for helping communities build resilience. 

Christina Benty is a strategist and human systems change agent. She works with leaders and organizations who want to build a culture of excellence in group process. She is a national speaker, facilitator, published author, and a performance coach for governing bodies and senior management teams.

Christina has more than 20 years of extensive experience in policy and governance, including two terms as mayor for the Town of Golden, one term on the Audit Council for the BC Auditor General for Local Government, and as principal consultant at Strategic Leadership Solutions.

Chris Fields has a master’s degree in environmental design (Urban and Strategic Planning) from the University of Calgary, and a BA (Honors with Distinction) from the University of Alberta. Chris’ policy, strategy and marketing work has been recognized by 37 provincial, national, and international awards. He is also a professional speaker who has spoken at more than fifty conferences with a mission to answer the question: What if communities could achieve the exceptional?

In 2004, Chris formed his consultancy-Rynic- which is focused on strategic planning, economic development/tourism, marketing, and communications, including brand development and management. Chris has led collaborative strategic planning, branding, and marketing initiatives with 60 different communities.

Brent has built his career in public safety and leadership, with over 25 years of service in a mid-sized Canadian police organization, including senior executive roles. His experience extends into First Nations Policing, where he has led training initiatives and supported governance and operational development through his consulting work. Brent also works closely with non-profits, bringing practical insight into organizational leadership, public sector accountability, and community engagement. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master's in International Police Leadership from Charles Sturt University.

Christine brings 20+ years of experience working in an office environment, bookkeeping, and administrative support. She has taken some time off in the last 10 years to focus on raising her two boys. In that time, she actively volunteered in her boys’ school, worked part-time, and supported her family in all aspects.

Sadie Hunter is a leadership coach and consultant with a deep commitment to values-based leadership. She specializes in helping individuals and organizations unlock their full potential through clear communication, coaching, and strategic support. With over 15 years of experience in leadership, local governance (she is a former City of Kamloops city councilor), and organizational development, Sadie empowers leaders to align their actions with their core values, increase capacity, and build resilient teams.

She holds dual bachelor’s degrees in journalism and environmental biology, as well as a Master of Science in Environmental Science with a focus on policy, providing a broad, interdisciplinary perspective. As a certified Executive Coach, she offers leadership coaching that helps professionals navigate complex challenges, develop actionable strategies, and achieve their goals with confidence.