Staff
Senior Management Team
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Dawn Wilson |
The Chief Executive Officer has primary responsibility for the fulfillment of the mission and the strategic initiatives of the association. The CEO provides leadership to the Board of Directors and staff related to association operations, Board directives and emerging national issues. She represents the association and its positions to government and works in concert with the provincial associations and regulators to serve member and associate needs. |
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Jessica Bedford Chief Operating Officer jessica@sac-oac.ca 613.567.9968 800.259.8519 Ext. 261 |
As a member of the senior management team, the Chief Operating Officer (COO) is responsible for leading the operational activities of the association, specifically for activities related to communications and marketing, professional development, membership services and SAC Clinical Certification. |
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Phil Bolger, CA Chief Financial Officer phil@sac-oac.ca 613.567.9968 800.259.8519 Ext. 272 |
The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for leading the financial activities of the organization. This includes accounting, financial reporting (internally and externally), treasury functions as well as interfacing with bankers, auditors and other service providers. In addition, the CFO provides strategic advice to the CEO and management staff. He is also responsible for developing policies and management frameworks to mitigate organizational risk and ensure organizational health. |
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Chantal Kealey, AuD, Aud(C) Director of Audiology chantal@sac-oac.ca 613.567.9968 800.259.8519 Ext. 281 |
The Director of Audiology is the audiology resource for the national office. She evaluates internationally-trained audiologists seeking SAC membership and maintains a collaborative relationship with related organizations such as CAA, CHHA and the federal third-party payers. This Director offers expertise and input to the SAC Board of Directors and committees and facilitates the development of key documents such as position papers. |
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Meredith Wright, PhD, |
The Director of Speech-Language Pathology and Communication Health Assistants provides leadership and expertise in issues related to speech-language pathology and communication health assistants. Serving as SAC’s lead speech-language pathology content expert, the director acts as a resource to SAC staff, members/associates and the general public. As part of the senior management team, the director develops and implements program initiatives that promote SAC’s position on professional issues. This Director also represents SAC on various national and international committees. |
SAC Team
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Emily Banzet |
The Manager of Communications and Marketing plays a key role in the development and implementation of SAC's communications and marketing strategies. She helps manage the day-to-day operations of the communications department and leads the association’s annual Speech and Hearing Month Campaign. Working collaboratively with the communications team, she ensures that all promotional activities and materials are strategically conceived, diligently planned, effectively executed and measured against relevant benchmarks. |
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Michaela Berniquez Communications Specialist michaela@sac-oac.ca 613.567.9968 800.259.8519 Ext. 253 |
Reporting to the Manager of Communications and Marketing, the Communications Specialist leads the planning of the association's annual Speech and Hearing Month campaign, writes for SAC Publications and works with the communications team to create engaging written and visual materials. Alongside team members, the Communications Specialist ensures that all activities are strategically conceived, diligently planned, effectively executed and measured against relevant benchmarks. |
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Amy Childs Executive Assistant amy@sac-oac.ca 613.567.9968 800.259.8519 Ext. 261 |
The Executive Assistant provides administrative support to the CEO, SAC Board of Directors and other staff in all areas of administration and development. |
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Bev Cooper Professional Development Coordinator bev@sac-oac.ca 613.567.9968 800.259.8519 Ext. 241 |
Reporting to the Manager of Professional Development, the Professional Development Coordinator assists with the design and delivery of SAC professional development events throughout the year. |
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Jesse Crowley |
The Membership Services Officer supports the efficient and effective functioning of Speech-Language & Audiology Canada’s membership programs, such as the SAC Certification Program and SAC Career Development Program, building strong relationships between members/associates and their national professional association. In addition to supporting SAC’s valued membership, the Membership Services Officer helps design and implement programs that will increase member and associate engagement. |
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Victoria Doherty |
The Multimedia and Graphic Designer manages the design and production of SAC's blog, Communiqué and quarterly academic journal, CJSLPA. She also ensures that all of SAC's digital and print collateral are professionally designed and adhere to the SAC style guide. |
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Lynda Gibbons, M.Sc., Aud(C), RAUD, RHIP Audiology Advisor lynda@sac-oac.ca |
The part-time Audiology Advisor provides assistance, expertise and guidance to SAC staff, members and associates regarding audiology-related issues including standards. She coordinates and facilitates special projects on issues relating to the profession; facilitates ad hoc committees and represents SAC on external partner committees as required; and evaluates internationally-trained audiologists in their application for audiology membership in SAC. |
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Julia Hopkins
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The Membership Services Officer supports the efficient and effective functioning of Speech-Language & Audiology Canada’s membership programs and services, building strong relationships between members/associates and their national professional association. In addition to supporting SAC’s valued membership, the Membership Services Officer helps design and implement programs that will increase member and associate engagement. |
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Michelle Jackson Manager of Professional Development michelle@sac-oac.ca 613.567.9968 800.259.8519 Ext. 244 |
The Manager of Professional Development is responsible for planning and executing logistics for SAC's continuing education, including, but not limited to, workshops, seminars, annual meetings, conferences, webcasting, videoconferencing and ancillary events, trade shows, as required. |
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Lauren Mann |
The Manager of Membership Programs & Association Development is responsible for the efficient and effective functioning of Speech-Language & Audiology Canada's membership programs and services. This includes overseeing SAC's Certification Program, Career Development Program and Scholarship Program, as well as other programs and services that support SAC's members and associates. |
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David H. McFarland, PhD CJSLPA Editor-in-Chief Tel: 514.343.7049 david.mcfarland@sac-oac.ca |
The Editor-in-Chief is responsible for guiding the strategic direction of the Canadian Journal of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (CJSLPA) and coordinating the peer-review process. |
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Christiane Ménard Manager of Clinical Certification and Exams christiane@sac-oac.ca 613.567.9968 800.259.8519 Ext. 231 |
The Manager of Clinical Certification and Exams is responsible for managing SAC’s Clinical Certification Program and Exams. This includes the development and administration of the clinical certification exams and the clinical certification maintenance program to ensure high standards and open, fair and transparent processes. |
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Brittney Stoddart Communications Officer brittney@sac-oac.ca 613.567.9968 800.259.8519 Ext. 254 |
Reporting to the Manager of Communications and Marketing, the Communications Officer develops and manages website content, coordinates advertising sales and manages the production calendar. The Communications Officer also works with the communications team to create engaging written and visual materials. Alongside team members, the Communications Officer ensures that all activities are strategically conceived, diligently planned, effectively executed and measured against relevant benchmarks. |
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Kam Wong Financial Coordinator finance@sac-oac.ca 613.567.9968 800.259.8519 Ext. 271 |
The Financial Coordinator is responsible for the association’s financial and accounting requirements, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, cash management, financial statement preparation, etc. She supports the effective administration and financial functions of the association, as well as day-to-day accounting-related processes, maintenance and month-end reports in compliance with SAC’s governance policies and accounting procedures. |