The 7-person volunteer ASPECT Board of Directors reflects and represents the diversity of our membership. They hold broad and deep expertise, and engage in regular professional and governance development. The Board holds fiduciary responsibility and provides oversight for strategic and business planning for the Association. All board members serve on a volunteer basis. The leadership team’s generous contribution of time, skill, and knowledge reflects their commitment to the sector.

The 2022-2023 board application deadline has passed. Thank you to all who applied for your interest.

Time Commitment

• There are two in-person board meetings per year in November & March (ASPECT covers travel fees)
• Monthly video conference calls
• Serve on at least one committee: monthly conference call
• Committee work as needed
• The position term is for 2 years

Valerie Meaney
President

North Island Employment 
Region: Vancouver Island/Coast

Lori Forgeron
Vice-President

Workforce Development
Consulting Services North
Region: Cariboo

Kim Lauritsen
Secretary

Community Futures North Okanagan
Region:  Thompson Okanagan

Tricia Gueulette
Treasurer

Beacon Community Services
Region: Vancouver Island/Coast

Peter Bailey
Director

Free Rein Associates
Region: Mainland/Southwest

Katt Britton
Director

Kootenay Career Development Society
Region: Kootenay