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Excellence Awardee: The Queen’s University IRC Award for Best Learning & Development Strategy

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Excellence Awardee: Excellence in Diversity & Inclusion

Calgary Airports

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Calgary Airports is a non-share capital corporation incorporated under the Regional Airports Authorities Act of Alberta. It is responsible for the management, operation, and development of YYC Calgary International Airport and YBW Springbank Airport. Calgary Airports’ commitment to safety remains a top priority. Our airports are important economic generators for the city, region, and province, supporting thousands of jobs and generating billions in GDP through associated economic activity. Calgary Airports was also recognized as one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 2025.

The Lakes College Culinary Club (TLCCC) started with a team of 12 students and has now expanded to over 30 members, showcasing its continued success through participation in college events and even catering for local community organisations. This program not only imparts valuable culinary skills but also teaches the significance of community service, fosters practical abilities and cultivates a professional work ethic. Spanning ages 11 to 18, the Culinary Club challenges students to create elaborate six-course degustation dinners and manage large-scale catering for college gatherings. Chloe, a Year 7 student, praises the program for imparting essential life skills in an enjoyable way among friends. Likewise, Emily values the connections she forms despite the program’s demanding pace. Under the guidance of Chef Joel, TLCCC contributes to the college’s ethos and the students’ personal growth. The program’s commitment to local ingredients and culinary adventures is evident as it expands to include barista training and Responsible Service of Alcohol certification. The program seamlessly merges science, art and food technology, promoting discipline and shared responsibility. TLCCC embodies a commitment to service, community engagement and student leadership, cementing its unique character and contribution to The Lakes College.

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Chris is passionate about investing and employs a broad range of asset classes and sophisticated strategies, including alternatives. He acts as a personal CFO for his clients, helping grow their wealth and protect their legacy through tailored portfolio management. His expertise includes retirement and estate planning, risk management, insurance planning, and tax-advantaged investments. He is also an authority on situational tax planning strategies such as 1031 tax-deferred exchanges and qualified opportunity zones. A philanthropist, Chris founded the LIFT Foundation in 2013 and serves as its Executive Director. The non-profit supports families and children in high-risk situations and was recognized by Invest-In-Others as a Grant for Change recipient in 2022.

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Kirstan Jewell

Chief People and Communications Officer

Derrick German

General Manager of Organizational Effectiveness, Inclusion, Total Rewards, and HR Technology

Valérie Lemaire

Partner

Marie-Hélène Jetté

Partner

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Partner and Co-Head of Langlois’ Litigation Group

Sophie Perreault

General Manager of Organizational Effectiveness, Inclusion, Total Rewards, and HR Technology

Sean Griffin

Chief People and Communications Officer

Leadership

Renée-Maude Vachon

Partner and Co-Head of Langlois’ Litigation Group

Catherine Biron

Partner and Head of Langlois’ Labour and Employment Law Group

Simon Chénard

Partner

Jean-Simon Deschênes

Partner and Head of Langlois’ Corporate and Commercial Law Group

Elisabeth Neelin

Partner

Valérie Lemaire

Partner

Marie-Hélène Jetté

Partner

Vincent de l'Étoile

Partner and Co-Head of Langlois’ Litigation Group

Sophie Perreault

Partner and Chair of the Board of Directors

Sean Griffin

Partner and Chief Executive Officer

Leadership

Raj Kular

General Manager of HR Business Partnerships, Labour Relations, Wellness, and Talent Acquisition

Raj Kular is a people-first HR leader who brings strategic clarity and compassion to his role as General Manager of HR Business Partnerships, Labour Relations, Wellness & Talent Acquisition for Calgary Airports. Known for building strong partnerships and championing wellness, Raj helps shape a workplace culture where people feel supported and empowered to thrive. His thoughtful leadership continues to drive meaningful change across the organization.

General Manager of HR Business Partnerships, Labour Relations, Wellness, and Talent Acquisition

Raj Kular

Derrick German is the General Manager of Organizational Effectiveness, Inclusion, Total Rewards, and HR Technology at Calgary Airports. A strategic and values-driven leader, Derrick is passionate about building inclusive, employee-centric workplaces and designing talent programs that foster growth, engagement, and alignment. With a focus on organizational effectiveness and total rewards, Derrick leads initiatives that elevate the employee experience and drive meaningful cultural impact across the organization.

General Manager of Organizational Effectiveness, Inclusion, Total Rewards, and HR Technology

Derrick German

Kirstan Jewell is Chief People and Communications Officer for Calgary Airports, overseeing culture, employee experience, talent management, diversity, equity and inclusion, labour relations, learning and development, organization development, HR operations, and total rewards. As an accomplished human resources leader, Kirstan has led large-scale transformational change and the strategic integration of culture, people, and business. She is a Chartered Professional in Human Resources and holds a master of business administration (MBA) from Royal Roads University and a certificate in industrial relations from Queen’s University.

Chief People and Communications Officer

Kirstan Jewell

Sean Borrowman

Vice President, Human Resources, North America

A proud Gulidjan woman living and working on Wiradjuri Country, Allison Stewart is the Head Teacher of the Aboriginal Learning and Engagement Centre at Murrumbidgee Regional High School. With 28 years of teaching experience across primary and secondary schools, Allison has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to improving the retention and educational outcomes of First Nations students while celebrating and preserving cultural identity. She has established cultural programs across the Griffith community of schools and embedded First Nations perspectives across the curriculum. Recognised with a Department Certificate and a Certificate of Recognition for her dedication to Aboriginal Education, Allison has been a driving force behind the award-winning Deadly STEMers program.

Head Teacher – Aboriginal Learning and Engagement Centre

Allison Stewart

Samantha Andonis is a leader for women in STEM, serving as Director of Innovation and Creativity at Trinity College. She oversees programs and initiatives within the Innovation and Creativity School, promoting collaboration and innovation in teaching. Samantha designs professional learning opportunities that integrate digital technologies and STEM education authentically. She organises events celebrating lifelong learning, innovation and creativity. She authored a comprehensive teaching framework for Early Years to Year 12, driving sustainable pedagogical innovation across the college. Her work earned recognition at the 2023 Australian Education Awards and a nomination for the Prime Minister’s Prizes for Science.

Director of Innovation & Creativity

Samantha Andonis

Nick Hately has served as Head of Trinity College since 2010. Under his dynamic leadership, the college has flourished and is recognised as a leader in staff professional development, community engagement, pastoral care and STEM education. He has championed a thriving arts culture and fostered inclusion across all areas of school life. Nick is a passionate advocate for affordable, high-quality and impactful schooling. With a commitment to ongoing learning, he holds master’s degrees in Business Administration, Leadership and Administration and Teacher Education and is a member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. Renowned as an engaging and inspiring leader, Nick draws on his skills to build authentic, connected and high-performing communities.

Head of Trinity College

Nick Hately

Nikki Robertson is a CPA with 25 years of experience. The majority of Nikki’s career has been in management accounting in the energy industry, in both Brisbane and the Surat Basin, with just a dash of tax accounting to add flavour. Her roles in the Surat Basin enabled her to develop skills in safety management, contract management and civil projects management. These skills have proven very useful in her role as Business Manager, particularly in overseeing the construction of the $10 million multipurpose centre at FCAC. She is passionate about her work at the college and believes building genuine connections with people in all areas of life is the key to happiness and success.

Business Manager

Nikki Robertson

As Principal, it is a great privilege to lead such a vibrant community, built on the relationships and principles of a loving Christian family. We proudly embrace the 42-year Marist history at the college, integrating their values into daily life, especially through our pastoral care and wellbeing programs. These uphold the ideals of Saint Marcellin Champagnat, reminding us that “To raise children properly, we should love them and love them equally”. My goal is to be personally invested in every student’s success and to foster a support network between students, families and dedicated staff in a spirit of partnership and mutual support.

Principal

Allison Elcoate

Danielle Collins is the Head of Primary School at Fraser Coast Anglican College. She is a strong believer in supporting the development and wellbeing of her staff and students. Her career encompasses a wide range of teaching experiences in both classroom and specialist music. Before joining FCAC, she held a number of middle management positions in which she led curriculum design and innovation, mentored beginning and experienced teachers and led data management and analysis. She is a passionate educator who believes in providing children with a holistic education so they become informed global citizens.

Head of Primary

Danielle Collins

Juliane Hallam is Head of Secondary School at Fraser Coast Anglican College. As an educator of 27 years, she has been fortunate to work in state, catholic and independent education sectors across Australia and the UK. A passionate educator, Juliane has led curriculum teams as the Head of English and Head of Film and Television, as well as leading senior pastoral teams as the Head of Senior School. Juliane is dedicated to enriching the culture of the college with a key focus on wellbeing and authentic student experiences that encapsulate all facets of the college’s motto, ‘Enriching Body, Mind and Spirit’.

Head of Secondary

Juliane Hallam