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Meet Our Executive

We are a Canadian organization, administered by a volunteer executive council of artists.  Our organization depends on volunteer hours to achieve goals.  The current executive team holds this office for 2022 - 2023.

President

Seraya Smit

Leads the executive committee. Leads the execution of key strategic initiatives, including the annual schedule of events and long-term strategy of the organization. Has a working knowledge of all events, exhibits, initiatives. Is an ex officio member of all committees.

Treasurer

Penny Lamnek

Provides insight and guidance to the executive and other committees. Supervises the preparation of budgets, financial statements and related reports, ensuring that the Executive Committee receives the financial information necessary for sound decision-making. Supports the establishment of key strategic initiatives.

Recording Secretary

Michaela Yanish

Provides insight and guidance to the executive committee. Records minutes at the monthly meetings and annual membership meetings. Additional support is provided for outbound communications for members, events, and initiatives of the organization.

Vice President

Jani Galarneau

Provides insight and guidance to the executive and other committees. Serves on committees as required. Acts as President in the absence of the President. Has a working knowledge of all events, exhibits, initiatives.

Past President

Rhea Jansen

Provides insight and guidance to the executive and other committees. Core responsibilities are securing Executive and Other Committee Members. Serves on committees as required.

Correspondence/Secretary

Diana Panizzon

Provides insight and guidance to the executive committee. Acts as correspondence and administrative moderator. Additional support is provided for outbound communications for members, events, and initiatives of the organization.

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