2008 - 2009 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
2008-2009 Board of Directors and City of Terrace liaison to the Chamber Brian Downie (far left)
Coleen Taylor, President
Division Director
Investors Group Financial Services Inc.
Tel: 250-635-0601 | Fax: 250-635-0522 | Toll Free 1-800-764-1777
Associate Consultant: Lynn Patterson
coleen.taylor@investorsgroup.com
www.careersinvestorsgroup.com
Coleen began her career with Investors Group Financial Services Inc. in 2000 and after 2 years as a Consultant was appointed to the position of Division Director. Currently responsible for compliance and financial planning, Coleen oversees the operation of 3 offices & 9 Consultants and employs both an Executive Assistant and part time receptionist.
Having been awarded the prestigious Investors Group Pillar Award for each of her first 4 years (2001-2004), Coleen has built a solid business based on experience and relationship building. Dedicated to providing clients with the best possible service and professional advice, Coleen earned her Certified Financial Planner designation from the Financial Planning Standards Council of Canada in 2006.
An advocate for women in self-employment and business, Coleen's region currently boasts a high ratio of women advisors at approximately 43%. A mentor to many both locally and across the province, Coleen spends a great deal of time offering seminars and information sessions to local business and community groups to encourage financial planning.
Coleen is currently in her 2 nd year as President of the local Toast masters Club and is a member, and former Treasurer to the Executive, of the Downtown Rotary Club. Having been born and raised in Terrace, Coleen has been married to Todd for 15 years and has 3 children, Courtney, James & Connor.
Irlanda Price, 2nd Vice President
Educational Advisor
Northwest Community College
Tel: (250)635-6511 Ext.5202 | Toll Free: 1-877-277-2288 |
Email: iprice@nwcc.bc.ca
www.nwcc.bc.ca
Born in beautiful Guadalajara Mexico, Irlanda grew up in Kitimat and knows what it is like to live and love small communities. She is a true northerner at heart. Irlanda credits her parents for her work ethic, and specifically, her mom for her determination and confidence. Irlanda is married to Rob Price and has two sons, ages 10 and 3, and a daughter who is 6.
Graduating with a Bachelors degree in Social Work from the University of Northern British Columbia opened many doors for her on both a personal and professional level.
The field of Social Work appealed to Irlanda because of her innate nature to connect with people. Believing that everyone has skills that are valuable is one of Irlanda’s strongest core beliefs.
Irlanda is currently the Academic Advisor for the Northwest Community College Terrace campus. She was recently elected as Vice-Chair for the Education Council for Northwest Community College. Irlanda has now found her niche in working within the realm of adult education and feels that her commitment to her employer and most importantly, to her students, will open up more exciting opportunities in the future.
Irlanda is very active in her community and sits on numerous boards. She is currently a director of the Terrace and District Chamber of Commerce, and serves as the chair for the communications committee for the Chamber. She also sits on the board for Youth Emergency Services Society and Terrace Youth Soccer, to name a few.
James Cordeiro, 2 nd Vice President
Co-owner
Elephant's Ear Bistro
Tel: 250-615-0444 | Fax 250-635-6503
Email: jcord@telus.net
James has lived in Terrace since 2004. He moved to Terrace when his wife, Kirsten, accepted a position as a pharmacist with northern health care. Together they have a 2 1/2 year old son, William.
I n 2007, James and his business partner Lance purchased the Artful Cup; renovated and rebranded it the Elephant's Ear.
It was while working downtown that James saw the problems of aggressive panhandling, public intoxication, etc. Along with Lance, James drew up petition and successfully lobbied city council in summer '08, asking from the RCMP detachment to return two positions previously frozen and commence a uniformed bike patrol in the downtown core.
James would like to see more investment in our community both publicly and privately. James supports the "re-branding" of Terrace and investing in infrastructure to increase the possibility of outside investment. James is also a member of the Library Board
Donna Demers, Treasurer
CGA, CFP
Demers & Associates
4734 Park Avenue , Terrace , BC V8G 1W1
ph: (250) 638-8705 | fax: (250) 638-0600 | info@demerscga.com
I have been involved with the small business community since 1983, when I first started a home based accounting practice. That practice outgrew the home office in 1987, and is now located in the 4734 Park Avenue , where I think renovations are almost complete.
Over the years I have volunteered with many organizations, the best known of which is the Rotary Club of Terrace where I have held the positions of Secretary, Treasurer, and President. I hope to apply what I have learned from my small business clients and my work with other volunteer organizations in support of the excellent work the Chamber does in this community
Bert Husband, Past President
Advertising
Terrace Standard
Tel: 250-638-7283| Cell: 250-631-2067| Fax 250-638-8432
Email: bwhusband@telus.net
www.terracestandard.com
I was born and raised in Penticton , B.C. In 1997 at the age of 44, I moved my family to Terrace. I have 3 children, Krista who is 26 and lives in Victoria, Kate-Lynn 15, and Rachel who is 11; they both live at home, my wife Cathy who was raised in Seattle and works as a Special Education Assistant at Veritas School .
I have been in the Sales and Marketing field for 24 years where I started working for Thompson Newspapers in Penticton . I also spent some time in Real Estate and offset printing. When I arrived in Terrace I worked for Blue Ridge Ventures a graphics and promotional company. After selling my shares in the company my family and I left Terrace for a year to work for my current employer Black Press Ltd. in Kamloops , B.C. I have been with our local paper The Terrace Standard for 7 years.
My community involvement since I arrived back in Terrace has been with the Chamber of Commerce Board of director's and I currently sit as the Chair of the Terrace Economic Development Authority.
I was pleased to help the community in my capacity as chair of Minerals North 2007 which showcased Terrace to the mining industry. Having attended several dozen meetings over the last year to help discover how to move the economy forward, we are still trying to find our niche in the more vibrant provincial economy.
I look forward to working with this new exciting Chamber Board in the capacity of interim, one year president. I will continue to work hard to make the economy in Terrace a vibrant place to work, live and play.
Vivian Raposo, Director
Keenleyside Insurance
Tel: 250-635-5232 | Fax: 250-635-3288 | Toll Free: 1-800-335-8088
Email: vraposo@keenleyside.com
www.keenleyside.com
Vivian has called Terrace home since moving here as a child in 1966.
She and her husband have 3 grown children with their oldest daughter still residing here with her husband and small son.
Vivian holds a level 3 General insurance licence and is currently the office manager for Keenleyside Insurance Services where she has worked for the past 20 years.
Being involved with her community is a must for Vivian and her past participation as a volunteer include Cassie Hall Elementary School parents advisory committee, Big Brothers and Sisters, Block parents Association and Terrace Minor Softball Association. She is currently a volunteer with the Terrace and District Chamber of Commerce as a director and the Terrace Police Victims Assistance Program.
In recognition of her commitment to this community she has been the recipient of the Chamber of Commerce Customer Service award and the 2005 Outstanding Victim Services Volunteer award.
Vivian is proud to be part of this community and the feels we live in the best place on Earth.
Kelly Gingles, Director
Vice President
Skeena Rent A Car Ltd. -dba- National Car Rental
Tel: 250-635-6855| Fax: 250-635-6416 |
Email: ginglesk@nationalcar.com
www.skeenarentacar.com
Born and Raised in Terrace
Educated in Terrace graduating in 1992. Immediately following graduation I attended UVIC and received a BCOMM in Small Business Entrepreneurship in 1997
Travelled and worked in Western Europe until my return to Canada in 1999 when I was re-hired as a counter agent / car washer by National Car Rentals, 1999. In 2004 promoted to Vice President of the Company. In 2005 the President of the family business, my father succumbed to Cancer and the family business was now to be operated by myself, with the help of our tremendous staff and the new President my mother.
I have been active in the community with such groups as the Terrace Rotary Club and Sportsplex fundraising committee. I volunteer for Sporting Events in the Terrace Riverboat Days such as the Volleyball tournament and duck race. I also keep physically active, in the winter with Snowmobiling, Skiing, and Ice Hockey, in the summer I can be found playing golf, playing beach volleyball, and some watersports.
I have a family with my wonderful wife, Linda to whom I’ve been happily married for 6 years, and we have 3 girls.
The Terrace office of National Car Rentals is the Head office for Skeena Rent A Car Ltd. SRAC operates in 8 cities in BC; we employ over 50 staff in those 8 cities and average a fleet of over 600 units. My job as VP has me dealing with all sections of business. It is a dynamic business to be in. We cater to all levels and departments of Government, we operate in Airports and city locations, we rent to businesses and a large corporate clientele, we also fulfill the needs for personal rentals, including damages and shop rentals. Due to the nature of our business we are not only renting vehicles we are also in vehicle sales to dealers, wholesalers, and the public.
Michelle Taylor, Director
Independent BeautiControl Consultant
Tel: 250-635-9346 |
www.beautipage.ca/spawithmichelle
Michelle Taylor has strong roots in the community, growing up here, leaving to explore the world and then moving back to Terrace in July 2007. While away she lived and worked in Vancouver, Prince George and Kamloops. In Prince George, she served on the Board of Directors with their Chamber and very quickly recognized the importance the Chamber played in the business community. She was active within the board on the marketing committee and chaired the Business Excellence Awards.
After moving to Kamloops, she again became involved with the Chamber being asked to sit on the 2010 Task Force to assist local members with understanding the nuances of the opportunities the 2010 Olympics would generate, as well as the legacies Kamloops could contribute to the Games. During this time she also attended two Chamber AGMs and witnessed first hand the strength the voice of the BC Chamber has with government and the Canadian Chamber; particularly, when representing policies put forth by local Chambers that directly impact our members and region.
Since coming home to Terrace she has contracted with a number of businesses to assist with advertising sales and marketing initiatives. Since February she has become active with getting her direct sales business off the ground, a company called BeautiControl, a division of Tupperware Brands Ltd. Through her membership, Michelle Taylor, Independent BeautiControl Consultant, has already volunteered with the Business Excellence Awards, attended Chamber functions in both Terrace and Prince Rupert and participated in the Smithers, Terrace and Prince Rupert Trade Shows.
As a home based business and with a strong back ground in sales and marketing in the Tourism Industry, along with her experience with other community Chambers, she believes she would bring an insight to the board that would assist with dealing with local and regional issues, which in turn would benefit Terrace and our membership.
Ian M Black, Director
Owner/Operator
Jock's Excavating, I.M.B. Holding
Tel: 250-638-8354 | Fax: 250-638-0898 |
Charlynn Toews, Director
Marketing Coordinator/Mature Career Opportunities
Terrace & District Community Services Society
Tel: 250-635-7995| Fax: 250-638-6001|
Email: ctoews@citywest.ca
www.tdcss.ca
Char grew up in a small town in Manitoba. Her parents owned several enterprises, where she and her siblings gained their first work experiences.
She completed her Bachelor of Education at the University of Winnipeg in 1982, and worked as a teacher, tutor, researcher, and event organizer in the public and non-profit sectors.
Upon moving to Terrace with her brand-new husband, Dave Menzies, in 1988, Char re-joined the private sector. She enjoyed working in communications, marketing and sales for the Terrace Review, Hawkair, Northword magazine, and Xerox Canada.
Char is currently engaged as a Marketing Coordinator for Terrace and District Community Services Society, one of the largest employers in Terrace. Her interest in the Chamber of Commerce includes assisting with the newsletter and with membership services. As a director of the board, she will bring the energy and enthusiasm she employs with each new challenge.
Glenn Kelly, Director;
Past President
Acklands-Grainger / M&M Meats
721 Enterprise Ave, Kitimat , BC , V8C 2E7
Tel: 250-632-4651
kellyg@agi.ca
Glenn is the manager for Acklands-Grainger for both Kitimat and Prince Rupert . He has been a manager for Acklands Grainger for 12 years. Three years ago Glenn and his wife Darlene bought M & M Meat Shops in Terrace and continue to run the operation today.
Glenn is a Past President of the Terrace Chamber, heading up the board in 2005 & 2006 and spent an additional 4 years on the board as a Director. He currently sits on the Skeena Quality Waters Strategy working group representing the Chamber and the business community.
Glenn & Darlene have lived in Terrace for 8 years and have 6 children ranging in age from 16 to 31.
Glenn has been and continues to be, involved in all aspects of trying to strengthen our community.
Janice Paulitschke, Director
Silvertip Promotions & Signs / Spirit Bear Gallery & Boutique
102-4910 Greig Ave., Terrace , BC , V8G 1N4
Tel: 250-635-1713
Email: janice@silvertip.ca
Janice (pronounced Genice) has been a resident of Terrace since 1967. She has worked for 17 years for Terrace Builders - Rona and Your Décor. With Rona being a Chamber member from when she started with them in 1984, Janice is very familiar with what the chamber is able to offer small businesses.
In 2001, Janice started working with both Bob Wilkinson of Northwest Business Machines and Gord of Silvertip Promotions and Signs, as an outside salesperson. Being an outside sales person gave Janice the opportunity to visit many different businesses which allowed her to build a large network of business contacts.
In 2005 Gord and Janice started a retail outlet in the downtown core called Spirit Bear Gallery & Boutique and immediately became members of the Chamber. In 2006 Janice also began working full time with Silvertip Promotions and Signs.
Janice loves what she does within their companies and also enjoys working in the yard, going boating, camping at the lake, relaxing and reading a good book. Janice and Gord are also avid travelers.
Janice's decision to run for a position on the Chamber Board rests on her desire to give back to the community through volunteerism and the hope that a position such as this would allow her to gain knowledge and be a part of the planning & visioning for where our community is going.
Wade Bennett, Director
Northern Saving Credit Union
4650 Lazelle Ave., Terrace , BC , V8G 1S6
Tel: 250-635-7282 | Fax: 250-635-2713
wadebennett@northsave.com
www.northsave.com
Wade has been in the financial service industry for 8 years. As a member of Northern Savings Credit Union's commercial team, Wade is committed to the development of small business in the northwest.
Wade is a member of NSCU's Community Reinvestment and Corporate Responsibility (CR2) program. The program oversees the strategy to help build strong, resilient and sustainable communities. A key component of NSCU's CR2 program is developing partnerships with community, business, education, and government organizations to support asset development and capacity building of individuals, groups and businesses for the long term strength and resilience of our region.
Wade has spent his entire life in the northwest. He and his wife Loralee have 2 children; Connor 6 and Cole 4. They are expecting their third child in September. When Wade isn't spending time with his family, he volunteers with the Kinsmen Club of Terrace. He has been volunteering with the Kinsmen for 4 years and has held many positions within the club.
Brian Langston, Director
Astral Media
4625 Lazelle Ave., Terrace , BC , V8G 1S4
Tel: 250-635-638-6310 | Fax: 250-638-6320
Email: blangston@radio.astral.com
Brian Langston has been with Astral Media (formerly Standard Radio) since February 2005 as General Manager/General Sales Manager for the BC North Region (Terrace, Kitimat, Prince Rupert , Smithers). He has over 25 years of experience in radio working in Powell River , Campbell River and South of Wales in Great Britain .
Believing strongly that local radio and television are an intricate part of the community, Brian and Astral Media have fiercely promoted community development on both a charitable and economic level. Brian cares about his community, his business and his staff.
Leydi Noble, Director
DLN Contracting Ltd / Allnorth Consultants
4445 Greig Ave., Terrace , BC , V8G 1M4
Tel: 250-635-638-0808 | Allnorth Consultants
Tel: 250635-5859 | DLN Contracting
Email: lrnoble@allnorth.com or lnoble@dlncon.com
Originally from Mexico , Leydi came to Terrace, while on holidays, in 1980 and met her husband. They married in 1981. The following year, 27 years ago, they started DLN Contracting Ltd together. Today, Leydi continues to take care of the bookkeeping for the company.
Leydi was a part time Spanish instructor at the Northwest Community College from 1981-2006.
She has and continues to work for the private sector and is passionate about working with others towards common goal. She enjoys meeting all types of new and interesting people.
Leydi's interests & hobbies include things like: Interior/exterior design, skiing, scuba diving, dancing, exercising, travelling, landscaping.
She is currently employed with Allnorth Consultants Ltd as the Office Administrator and recently took the Radiation Safety Officer course for the transportation and documentation of the Portable Nuclear Gauges for the Allnorth organization located in Prince George , Fort McMurray , Vancouver , Smithers and Terrace.
Leydi was involved in the BC Liberals Campaign and is the Secretary of the Skeena Riding Association and would like to get more involved in helping our beautiful city.
Chamber Staff:
Executive Director: Stacey Mann
Visitor Centre Administrator:
