Sandy Zeznik

Sandy is a retired educator and school administrator who spends most of her time volunteering in Cranbrook.  Sandy is a member of various boards such as Cranbrook Rotary, Kootenay C.A.R.P., Cranbrook Seniors’ Hall, Cranbrook/Kimberley Hospice, Cranbrook Public Library, Abreast in the Rockies Dragon Boat Team, and Seniors in Partnership. She also continues as a member […]

Mike Trick

Mike Trick received his CPA designation in 2020, achieving a spot on the National Honor Roll after finishing in the top 1% in Canada on the final CPA exam. He moved to Cranbrook in October 2020 with his wife Sarah to be closer to family and enjoy the beautiful scenery that the East Kootenay has […]

Jeremy Mitchell

Jeremy is a partner at the Rella Paolini Rogers law firm, where he practices litigation and dispute resolution.  Jeremy was born in Saskatchewan and raised in Cranbrook.  When he is not in the office, Jeremy and his family enjoy the many outdoor activities that Cranbrook has to offer.  Jeremy is pleased to be on the […]

Amy McKinnon

Amy is a Chartered Professional Accountant and is currently the Financial Controller of the College of the Rockies. Previously, she worked in public accounting specializing in assurance services for municipal, private, and not-for-profit entities. Amy was born and raised in Cranbrook and was thrilled to be able to build a career in Cranbrook following her […]

Courtney Baker

Courtney has worked in nonprofits for 15 years, including her current work with the Seniors Citizens Society of Fernie and the Fernie Pride Society. In 2016, she started SWELL nonprofit support and helps regional nonprofits and community organizations with grant writing, organizational development, communications, and financials. Courtney continues to do the work she loves because […]

Daryl Richardson

Daryl is a community supporter and volunteer wherever he goes. Originally from Calgary, Daryl was heavily involved with the trades program at SAIT and the MCA. Daryl and his family moved to Cranbrook in 2001, and Daryl was quick to become involved with CMHA and later Cranbrook Sunrise Rotary, serving as Club President in 2012-2013. […]

Barb Nunes

Barb is a Chartered Professional Accountant.  She moved to Sparwood from the west coast in 1995 and was the Director of Finance for the District of Sparwood until her retirement in 2015. Barb believes in the value of community organizations and is currently the Treasurer of the Elk Valley Seniors Housing Society, Chair of CFKR’s […]

Sean Campbell

Sean Campbell is the General Manager of Community Futures East Kootenay, a non-profit organization that provides small business loans and advice to local entrepreneurs. Eager to raise his family in a smaller community with tremendous opportunities, Sean moved to Cranbrook from Calgary in 2002. Sean has served the community in many ways, including his role […]

Michele Bates

Michele is the Regional District of East Kootenay General Manager of Development & Protective Services. She moved to Cranbrook from Saskatchewan in 1991. Michele believes in giving back to the community and joined the CFKR Board in 2015. She also volunteers with the Cranbrook Snowmobile Club, was a key leadership volunteer with the hugely successful […]

Lisa Barnes

Lisa and her husband, Graham, are the owners and operators of Max’s Place.  Lisa was born and raised in Cranbrook and worked for Max in high school.  After living throughout the province with Graham, they returned to Cranbrook to take over the business in 2012.  When not at the shop making coffees and catching up […]