Greg Lawrence

General Manager
Greg has over 20 years' experience in community and business development. He is currently a member of the Quesnel Rotary Club, the 16-97 Economic Alliance, and North Cariboo Post-Secondary Education Council. Greg has a Diploma in Business Administration from Mount Royal College and an MBA from the University of Northern British Columbia.

Ryan Adams

Business Analyst

Phone: 250-992-2322
Email: ryancfquesnelcom Ryan became a member of the Community Futures team in 2018, bringing with him over 6 years of business ownership and management as well as 2 years of commercial banking experience. Ryan has a BA from UBC where he studied History and Economics. He is passionate about seeing businesses succeed by working with owners to develop and grow their business. Ryan is here to help with confidential business advice as well as business financing.

Janet Brooks

Financial Administrator
Janet has over 20 years' experience in financial management in small business and the non-profit sector. She joined the Community Futures team in 2013 as a Financial Administrator. Janet also supports Siggi, our Business Analyst, through loan administration.

Nadine Martin

Self-Employment Program Coordinator

Phone: 2509922322
Fax: 2509927700
Email: nadinecfquesnelcom Nadine joined the Community Futures team in August 2017, as the Business Development Intern. She is responsible for taking over facilitation of the Self-Employment and C-Best programs, and coordinating training sessions and workshops for Community Futures North Cariboo. She has a BA in Anthropology from Kwantlen Polytechnic University in the Lower Mainland, and a MA in Social Anthropology from York University in Toronto. Nadine looks forward to helping aspiring entrepreneurs build and refine their business plans, and providing support through the business training process.

Elizabeth Ross

Regional Training Coordinator

Phone: 2509922322
Email: elizabethcfquesnelcom Elizabeth joined the Community Futures North Cariboo team in July of 2017. She is an excellent addition to our team, bringing a wide variety or experience and knowledge. Elizabeth has taken the lead on the Facebook training offered here (for free) to businesses, charities and non-profits. She has also started the Monthly Community Focus Program - offering free promotion and advertising through social media for non-profits and local charities. Giving back to the community has always been a top priority to Elizabeth. Outside of the office, she volunteers her time and skills as the chairperson for Friends of Hope Air - Quesnel - providing flights for those in need of non-emergency medical care and treatment. Elizabeth moved to Quesnel in Aug of 2013 with her family from South Western Ontario. She enjoys the friendliness and support Quesnel offers.

Debbie Wiens

Chair
Debbie is a partner in PMT Chartered Accountants/Business Advisors LLP which operates accounting offices in Quesnel, Williams Lake, and 100 Mile House. She is actively involved in the Rotary Club of Quesnel. Debbie joined the board in the spring of 2014.

Mitch Vik

Vice-Chair
Mitchell has owned K-Max Games and Videos with his wife Tammi since 2008. Before that he worked for "The Source'' for 16 years where he held various positions including Regional Vice President, District Sales Manager, and City Manager. Currently, Mitchell is also President of the Quesnel Lions Club, which he has been part of since 2009. Mitch joined the board in the spring of 2014.

Titi Kunkel

Director
Titi is a faculty member at UNBC's school of business. She works with communities to develop and deliver business programs. She is currently completing a study of geothermal resource development and Aboriginal values in the Cariboo Chilcotin region.

Elizabeth Hunter

Director
Elizabeth Hunter is the Museum and Heritage Manager for the City of Quesnel, operating the Quesnel and District Museum and Archives. She also serves on the executive of the Quesnel Shiraoi Twinning Society and the Literacy Quesnel working committee. Elizabeth joined the board in the fall of 2015.

Jas Sabbarwal

Director

Melanie MacDonald

Director
Melanie MacDonald is the Executive Director of Seasons House Emergency Shelter. Melanie has been the Executive Director at Seasons House for over 5 years and has worked in various capacities within the non profit sector for nearly 15 years. Melanie joined the Community Futures Board of Directors in 2015.

Rob Borsato

Director
Rob, along with his wife Cathie operate Mackin Creek Farm, a 5-acre certified organic market garden. In addition, Rob has recently completed a decade as president of the Quesnel Farmers' Market, and currently serves on the executive of the Kersley and District Farmers' Institute. Rob joined the Community Futures' Board in the spring of 2016.

D'Arcy Henderson

Director