Lori James
Chair — Executive Committee
Making Changes Association
Over 35 years of experience empowering teams. Joined Making Changes Association as Executive Director in October 2022.
About
Board of Directors
AAISA's board is drawn from member agencies and provides strategic guidance, oversight, and governance.
Executive Committee
Alphonse Ndem Ahola
Vice Chair — Executive Committee
Francophonie Canadienne Plurielle
Has held leadership roles including President of La Francophonie Canadienne Plurielle. Serves on the National Advisory Committee on Francophone Settlement, Alberta's Premier's Council on Multiculturalism, and the national settlement and integration council.
Amanda Goodnough, MSW, RSW
Treasurer — Executive Committee
The SPEC Association for Children and Families
Executive Director since 2021 with over 20 years of experience in the non-profit and government sectors. Member of the national Settlement and Integration Service Delivery Committee.
Fion Lee
Secretary — Executive Committee
ASSIST Community Services Centre
Registered Social Worker since 1999 and Executive Director for 13 years, with deep experience of immigration trends and settlement sector complexities.
Directors-at-Large
Eoin Murray
Director-at-Large
Catholic Social Services
Vice President of Immigration and Settlement Services. Experience in communications, fundraising, public affairs, and human rights advocacy.
Esdras Ngenzi
Director-at-Large
Centre d'accueil des nouveaux arrivants francophones (CANAF)
PhD in Geography. Leads CANAF, with expertise in adult training, employability, and community development.
Hervé Stéclebout
Director-at-Large
Cité des Rocheuses
CEO since 2012. Focused on ensuring Francophones can access French-language services and cultural events.
Danielle Barnes
Director-at-Large
NorQuest College
Program Manager in the LINC program with over 20 years of experience working with newcomers.
Kate Price
Director-at-Large
Immigrant Services Calgary
Chief Executive Officer with governance and financial oversight experience. MBA from the University of Calgary and Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE).
Paula Calderon
Director-at-Large
Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association
CEO with over 20 years of experience in the immigrant-serving sector. As a newcomer herself, committed to supporting newcomer women and their families.
Michael Farr
Director-at-Large
EmployAbilities Society of Alberta
Employment services professional with over 15 years of experience. Coordinates an employment program for newcomers with disabilities.
Interested in board service?
AAISA welcomes individuals from member agencies to join our Board of Directors. Learn more on our Careers page.
