2024-2025 ELECTIONS
HOW TO VOTE FOR THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
1. Check the Chamber Member Directory online and confirm your company’s representative(s) - It might be you!
2. Ask them to watch their inbox for your company’s official ballot
3. Encourage them to vote
CANDIDATES
Louis Aussant
Architect | Principal | CEO
odbt architecture + interior design
Louis Aussant
Chamber Involvement: I am currently on the Board and sit on the Advocacy Committee and the Governance Committee. I have been on the Entertainment District Task Force since its inception.
Current and previous roles on other boards of directors: Vice-President of the Saskatchewan Association of Architects; Member-at-Large – City Park Community Association; past Member-at-Large – Stonebridge Community Association; past Board Member of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board – City of Calgary; President of the Cowan Water Sports Club
What specific strengths and sector knowledge can you contribute as a board director: Strong knowledge of building processes in the Prairie provinces, current trends in sustainability and the building industry, infill development expertise, business acumen, and proven leadership.
My Favourite Thing About Saskatoon is: Saskatoon has a lot to offer. Raising our family here has been more fulfilling than in Calgary. The community is friendly and accepting, and the city has easy access, festivals, and a great business community. Saskatoon feels like home. Our daughters are drawn to the University of Saskatchewan.
Why the Chamber Board? Saskatoon is great, but there's room for improvement. Business hasn't gotten easier since I returned 14 years ago. I've gained an objective perspective from my work in other places. Still, I'm excited to help local businesses by participating in the Chamber and advocating for their needs.
Tyler Case
Assistant Professor
Edwards School of Business, Case Farms Ltd.
Tyler Case
Chamber Involvement: Family Business Association of Saskatoon board chair in new affilaitation with the Chamber.
Current and previous roles on other boards of directors: Board member (10 years) and the chair of the student social entrepreneurship group Enactus. Board member (5 years) and the chair of the Family Business Association of Saskatoon. Self-govering activities of the Edwards School of Business (i.e., committees).
What specific strengths and sector knowledge can you contribute as a board director: Strong business strategy, risk planning and entrepreneurial background with experience in the resource sector as well as family enterprises.
My Favourite Thing About Saskatoon is: A beautiful city to raise a family with an abundance of employment and recreational activities. The river valley is lovely.
Why the Chamber Board? Governace work is somewhat unheralded but very important work. Enaging in the local economy and advocating for Saskatoon businesses with the Chamber is a worthy means to influence the future of this great city.
Wanda Waldner
Associate Vice President, Commercial Banking - SK
National Bank of Canada
Wanda Waldner
Chamber Involvement: I am a member of The Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce. I serve as a Director and Secretary of the Board. I am a member of the Finance Committee and the Chair of the Governance Committee.
Current and previous roles on other boards of directors: N/A
What specific strengths and sector knowledge can you contribute as a board director: Experience working with businesses in all economic sectors with a focus on finance and business success. Leadership & coaching.
My Favourite Thing About Saskatoon is: Saskatoon is a small city with a big-city feel. It's a dynamic, family-oriented community with hardworking and resilient people. My family and I have chosen to call it home, and we hope to see our children thrive here in the future.
Why the Chamber Board? I am excited for the opportunity to serve on the board of an organization that values community building and champions businesses, large and small. A thriving business atmosphere that offers opportunities and a high quality of life for everyone will lead to a prosperous future.
Samantha Yaholnitsky
CEO
Momentum Strategies
Samantha Yaholnitsky
Chamber Involvement: New member
Current and previous roles on other boards of directors: Current VP at Public Affairs Association and director for Maple Leaf Institute, former VP of SYPE.
What specific strengths and sector knowledge can you contribute as a board director: Strategic communications expertise, government relations, and project management skills, enhancing the Chamber's engagement and policy influence.
My Favourite Thing About Saskatoon is: I love Saskatoon for its ideal size, recreation, and vibrant entrepreneurial spirit. Its collaborative business community is truly electric.
Why the Chamber Board? Seeking to join the Chamber board to enhance Saskatoon's business community, leveraging my skills for its entrepreneurial growth and collaboration.
Kimberly Evans
Owner | CEO
Joy PR Studio
Kimberly Evans
Chamber Involvement: I have not had any involvement with the Greater Saskatoon Chamber of Commerce other than being a Chamber Member and connecting through Chamber events in the community.
Current and previous roles on other boards of directors: I am a Saskatoon-based business owner for 20 years. I have not served on a Board of Directors before, but I've volunteered for Cystic Fibrosis Canada on advocacy matters both locally and nationally and with the Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation.
What specific strengths and sector knowledge can you contribute as a board director: I am a 20-year small business owner in Saskatoon, ready for new challenges and passionate about supporting women in business. I am involved in event planning, business consulting, and philanthropy in the community. My goal is to see our businesses thrive.
My Favourite Thing About Saskatoon is: Saskatoon is filled with so much culture, innovation and people who genuinely want this city to be the best it can be and that inspires me to be a part of making sure that we are a destination that people want to experience and a place that feels like home.
Why the Chamber Board? As I have connected more with the Chamber over the last two years, I've enjoyed meeting like-minded leaders who want the best for Saskatoon. I believe I have a unique voice and want to contribute to helping our business community grow.
MARCH 21
Ballots emailed to the membership
MARCH 28
Voting closes at noon
MAY 7
The new Board will take effect at the Annual General Meeting
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