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Board Bios Jeff Peterson: Chair Jeff is a professional Management Consultant with Criterium Group.

He has an MBA from the Haskayne School of Business, deep family roots in education and early literacy, and prior Board experience. Danny Chiarastella: Vice Chair Danny is the CFO of Divestco Inc.

He offers extensive experience in financial reporting, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, corporate tax and treasury management.

He attended the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary and holds a B.Comm in Accounting.

1 Board Bios Jeff Peterson: Chair Jeff is a professional Management Consultant with Criterium Group. He applies strategic analysis and leadership principles to help his clients thrive during complex organizational changes. He has an MBA from the Haskayne School of Business, deep family roots in education and early literacy, and prior Board experience. Danny Chiarastella: Vice Chair Danny is the CFO of Divestco Inc. and a Chartered Accountant with over 15 years of financial management and accounting experience. Danny credits his passion for learning with his career advancement. He offers extensive experience in financial reporting, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, corporate tax and treasury management. He is a volunteer tax preparer and student mentor for the Chartered Professional Accountants of Alberta. Danny is also an active member of Financial Executives International. He attended the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary and holds a B.Comm in Accounting. Jenn Mansell Murray: Secretary Jenn is the Managing Director of Splash People Solutions a Calgary based HR consulting firm that prides itself in finding cost effective, employee lead solutions to business challenges. Jenn has had the opportunity to consult to both for-profit and not-for-profit boards and is excited about helping organizations realize their mission through the successful execution of well-structured processes and engaging employees. She has been a part of many learning, uplifting, or mental health focused organizations as a volunteer for over fifteen years. Presently she is a volunteer with the Distress Center and a research assistant in the Mutuality and Reciprocity Lab at the University of Calgary. Recently she has volunteered as a coach for Special Olympics and mentored students at the Harry Schaffer Mentorship program through Mount Royal University. Jenn has a Bachelor s of Arts in Political Studies and Economics from Queen s University and a CPHR designation. Jenn is also pursuing a second degree at the University of Calgary in Psychology.

Deanna Shymkiw Yeo: Treasurer Deanna is a passionate and enthusiastic CPA, CMA with over 10 years experience in senior oil and gas accounting roles.

School of Business. Deanna holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a double major in Accounting and Human Resources and a minor in social psychology from the University of Manitoba.

Milly Mocodean: Director Milly is an Efficiency minded and globally acclaimed Organizational Development consultant with extensive experience in transitioning underperforming organizations into

2 Deanna Shymkiw Yeo: Treasurer Deanna is a passionate and enthusiastic CPA, CMA with over 10 years experience in senior oil and gas accounting roles. With a love for life long learning and a busy mom to two young children, she is working on a PMP designation and enjoys volunteering for CPA Alberta and facilitating CPA modules for the Western School of Business. Deanna holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree with a double major in Accounting and Human Resources and a minor in social psychology from the University of Manitoba. She brings a wealth of enthusiasm, integrity and a critical eye for looking at issues and finding new and exciting ways to create efficiencies. Milly Mocodean: Director Milly is an Efficiency minded and globally acclaimed Organizational Development consultant with extensive experience in transitioning underperforming organizations into highly effective ones, as well as leading organizations through accelerated growth or rapid change. Milly s career covers line management, leadership development, business start-up, project management, program management, portfolio management, strategic planning, workshop facilitation and change management. Milly has successfully worked with individuals and companies in the manufacturing, finance, academic, government, Non-profit, Oil and Gas, technology and telecom industries. She s currently the principal consultant at LevitekSolutions Inc. Milly has a graduate degree in Strategic Human Resources from McGill University, a Masters degree in Human Development from Fielding Graduate University, and is currently a PHD candidate, pursuing her doctorate in Human Organizational Systems. Victoria Bradbury: Director Victoria is a CPA, CA and CMC with over 10 years international experience with PwC and over 10 years of broad industry experience. Victoria has lived abroad and in several cities across Canada, giving her a unique perspective and experience in innovative financial and management strategies. She has experience within the educational field, having been a university lecturer as well as the DFO of a private school, as well as extensive experience as Controller of groups of companies with multi-billion dollar portfolios of assets and investments. A member of the Institute of Corporate Directors, she understands the key issues of governance audit and risk and is committed to life-long learning.

Christin Elawny: Director Christin is a senior associate at Field Law in the firm s Labour & Employment Practice Group.

Christin advises both federally and provincially regulated employers and employees on a wide range of employment matters and provides employers with strategic and practical day to day advice on a

; a consulting firm that specializes in delivering strategies that effectively tackle complex issues involving a diverse range of stakeholders and interests.

3 Christin Elawny: Director Christin is a senior associate at Field Law in the firm s Labour & Employment Practice Group. Her practice focuses on the areas of employment, workplace human rights, labour and education law. Christin advises both federally and provincially regulated employers and employees on a wide range of employment matters and provides employers with strategic and practical day to day advice on a wide range of issues. Christin holds a B.A. from Laurentian University and received her LL.B. from the University of Manitoba. Linda Johnson: Director Linda is a partner with Strategy Portal Inc.; a consulting firm that specializes in delivering strategies that effectively tackle complex issues involving a diverse range of stakeholders and interests. She has considerable experience focusing on community and stakeholder engagement, and creating involvement amongst volunteers, employees and management boards. Linda has significant knowledge of a broad range of public policy issues including large scale transportation projects, adult and family literacy, education and social policy. While the MLA for Calgary-Glenmore, Linda frequently spoke up on behalf of literacy and essential skills matters within government. She will bring to CanLearn an understanding as to how elected and public service officials evaluate proposals; respond to public issues and how government works. Linda has a Bachelor of Commerce from Saint Mary s University, Halifax. Barry Sinclair : Director Barry is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CGA) and a fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA, Ireland). He has over 20 years of accounting and financial experience. His career started during the Celtic Tiger era in Ireland where he worked for organizations such as Oracle, Informix, Right Management and an early CRM pioneer, eware. Following a year in Australia, Barry emigrated to Canada where he has focused on supporting private enterprises in Oil & Gas Services and Information Technology. Barry is currently a consultant specializing in supporting SME s in creating the foundation and systems necessary for sustainable growth and prosperity. Barry holds a Bachelor of Business Studies from Dublin City University, Ireland.

Jade Lee: Director Jade is the Manager of Internal Audit at AltaLink, a Berkshire Hathaway Energy company, where she focuses on leading her team to act as trusted strategic advisors to the business

Jade was recognized by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) as one of the "Top 20 Auditors Under 30" globally by Internal Auditor magazine.

Diane Rennie: Director Diane Rennie: Diane Rennie, APR, is a communications executive and Co-Active coach with a strong track record in leadership, strategic planning and community relations.

4 Jade Lee: Director Jade is the Manager of Internal Audit at AltaLink, a Berkshire Hathaway Energy company, where she focuses on leading her team to act as trusted strategic advisors to the business by taking a risk-based approach to audit. Previously, she led the internal audit team at Precision Drilling as the subject matter expert in audit, risk and compliance. Jade was recognized by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) as one of the "Top 20 Auditors Under 30" globally by Internal Auditor magazine. She is a Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and has a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Calgary. Diane Rennie: Director Diane Rennie: Diane Rennie, APR, is a communications executive and Co-Active coach with a strong track record in leadership, strategic planning and community relations. She has a BSc HEc. from the University of Western Ontario, a B. Ed. From Ontario Teachers Education College, and certificates in Advance Marketing from the Banff School of Management, Co-Active Coaching (CTI), public participation (IAP2), in addition to being Accredited by the Canadian Public Relations Society. Diane has extensive and board experience with Canadian Public Relations Society, The Glenbow Society, and Food Safety Information Line amongst others. Helen Squance: Director Helen is a Certified Professional Accountant and Senior Manager with KPMG, specializing in corporate audit. She has extensive audit experience in both Canada and the UK, primarily with large multinational public companies in various sectors. She is a quality resource professional within the Calgary office, interpreting and providing guidance in evolving audit areas. Helen holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Calgary.

Lisa Chen: Director Lisa Chen is a Chartered Professional Accountant working at EY.

Outside of work, she is the coach for the University of Calgary JDC West Tax Team and has volunteered with a variety of organizations such tax programs, UNICEF on Campus and various societies.

Alanna Wall: Director Alanna is a senior organizational development leader dedicated to helping individuals, teams and organizations grow and learn through facilitation, change and development

Alanna takes a strategic yet pragmatic and collaborative approach and is known for being a warm and approachable professional who takes initiative and gets results.

5 Lisa Chen: Director Lisa Chen is a Chartered Professional Accountant working at EY. Prior to public practice, she was in Oil & Gas has experience with divestitures, reserves, financial valuations, disclosures and reorganizations. Outside of work, she is the coach for the University of Calgary JDC West Tax Team and has volunteered with a variety of organizations such tax programs, UNICEF on Campus and various societies. Lisa holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from the University of Calgary. Alanna Wall: Director Alanna is a senior organizational development leader dedicated to helping individuals, teams and organizations grow and learn through facilitation, change and development programs. She has over 20 years experience in the private, non-profit and consulting sectors. Alanna takes a strategic yet pragmatic and collaborative approach and is known for being a warm and approachable professional who takes initiative and gets results. She has a MA in History from Wilfrid Laurier University and a Human Resource Development Certificate from the University of Toronto. Alanna is an active volunteer in her community and has prior board experience. Joanna Sheth: Director Joanna is a Chartered Professional Accountant and works in Financial Reporting at ARC Resources Ltd. As a passion project, Joanna and her husband founded FENVII Collective, a social business offering unique artisan gift boxes that are carefully curated to feature products that give back and make a positive impact on the communities where they come from. 100 percent of profits from sales are reinvested into their social mission of creating positive change, empowering individuals, and transforming communities. She is also a member of the CPA Western School of Business Candidate Advisory Panel. Joanna attended John Molson School of Business at Concordia University in Montreal, Quebec and holds a Bachelors of Commerce in Accounting. Jillian McDonald: Director Jillian gets excited about working with new ideas and tackling dynamic challenges. She thrives in team environments and brings exceptional levels of organization, communication, leadership and work ethic to each role she takes on. First and foremost a relationship builder, Jillian has proven her ability to adapt and excel across industries and positions. She brings a variety of consulting and project management experience from the oil and gas, health care and nonprofit sectors. Jillian holds a Bachelor of Nursing from Memorial University and an MBA from the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary.

IIA Saskatchewan Chapter Board of Governors Profiles June May 2015

IIA Saskatchewan Chapter Board of Governors Profiles June May 2015 Executive President David Helberg, MBA, CIA, CFE, CRMA Manager, Internal Audit & Corporate Ethics Page 1 Cameco Corporation 2121-11th Street West Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7M 1J3 Phone: 306.956.8045 Email: