About Us

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For more than 30 years, I’ve helped individuals, teams, organizations, and businesses navigate complexity, strengthen relationships, and find better ways of working together.

Like many professionals, I began my career in frontline clinical roles within large organizations and gradually moved into positions of increasing leadership and responsibility. Over time, I became increasingly interested not only in the wellbeing of clients, but in the health of the systems serving them. That shift led me from clinical practice into management consulting, where my work focused on organizational effectiveness, systems improvement, governance, and strategic change — both within and beyond the healthcare sector.

I’m particularly drawn to situations that require clarity, creativity, and practical problem-solving in the midst of complexity or transition.

Areas of Expertise:

• Building sustainable relationships, teams, and communities 
• Connecting people, ideas, and opportunities 
• Strategic thinking and systems improvement 
• Identifying patterns, trends, and emerging opportunities 
• Problem-solving with both pragmatism and creativity 
• Turning complexity and overwhelm into clear next steps 
• Helping organizations navigate change and uncertainty 

And, unofficially.... smart shopping, spelling, and skiing.

Education:

Bachelors Degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Manitoba , Winnipeg MB (1985)

Executive MBA from Simon Fraser University, Vancouver BC (1998)

Post-Graduate Certificate in Health Sector Reform & Sustainable Financing, Harvard University /World Bank , Washington, DC (2008)

Key Appointments & Positions:

Clinical Assistant Professor,  University of British Columbia - Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy in Vancouver, BC. (1987-2025)

Past President, BC Society of Occupational Therapists

Past President, BC Directors of Occupational Therapy

Past CEO, College of Occupational Therapists of BC