Dr. Lori Campbell is the Principal of the Colbourne Institute for Inclusive Leadership at NorQuest College, having worked in the education, diversity and equity fields since 1985.  Lori began her career as an E.S.L. instructor in Edmonton before moving to … Dr. Lori Campbell is the Principal of the Colbourne Institute for Inclusive Leadership at NorQuest College, having worked in the education, diversity and equity fields since 1985.  Lori began her career as an E.S.L. instructor in Edmonton before moving to the Northwest Territories to teach adult basic education at Aurora College for a six-month term - staying in the Northwest Territories for 15 years as an adult and community education instructor and leader. After returning to Edmonton, she led the inaugural Aboriginal Teacher Education Program (ATEP) at the University of Alberta, and then moved on to Enbridge Pipelines where she served as a Manager of Community Skills and Employment Initiatives, and later as Senior Manager of Diversity and Inclusion where she led the development and implementation of a company-wide strategy for both Canada and the United States. Lori attended the University of Alberta, where she earned a Bachelor of Education and Special Education, a Master of Adult and Continuing Education, and a PhD in Educational Administration and Leadership.

Obi completed his M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering in the fall of 2019. He joined Williams Engineering in January of 2019, happily moving to Victoria from the winters of the University of Saskatchewan. Obi has a 4th class power engineering certificate for … Obi completed his M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering in the fall of 2019. He joined Williams Engineering in January of 2019, happily moving to Victoria from the winters of the University of Saskatchewan. Obi has a 4th class power engineering certificate for work primarily on steam boilers. At Williams, Obi has been further developing his Fire Suppression, HVAC and Plumbing design skills on commercial and residential buildings and infrastructure while working towards his Professional Engineering designation. In his spare time, he enjoys playing outdoor/indoor soccer and basketball and cheers his favourite soccer team – Liverpool.

Naseem Bashir is the President and CEO of Williams Engineering Canada and Chairman of the Board for the Williams Group of Companies. In his role as President, Naseem develops strategy and executes on a well-developed business plan. Naseem oversees the Sen … Naseem Bashir is the President and CEO of Williams Engineering Canada and Chairman of the Board for the Williams Group of Companies. In his role as President, Naseem develops strategy and executes on a well-developed business plan. Naseem oversees the Senior Leadership team which is made up of the Vice President Finance as well as the Regional Directors from Alberta, and British Columbia, and Managers from Human Resources, Marketing and IT. Outward facing community work is important to Naseem so he is an active member of WPO Alberta as well as a Director of the Edmonton International Airport and a Director of the Waste RE Solutions Edmonton. Naseem is an electrical engineer by profession and has been providing diligent support and project management services to clients for over 30 years in the Arctic, Alberta, other regions of Canada and on international projects in China and South America. Combining travelling with social responsibility, Naseem has worked on home building in Mexico and hopes to have travelled to 50 countries within the next few years.

Kondwani (Ko) joined CMLC in August 2008. He leads CMLC’s financial strategy, which includes managing the Community Revitalization Levy and other revenue streams. Ko oversees and coordinates the annual budgeting process while managing the cash flows for C … Kondwani (Ko) joined CMLC in August 2008. He leads CMLC’s financial strategy, which includes managing the Community Revitalization Levy and other revenue streams. Ko oversees and coordinates the annual budgeting process while managing the cash flows for CMLC. He is responsible for providing strategic direction to help fulfill the Information Technology and Human Resources needs of the organization. Ko and his team are responsible for the development of timely and accurate financial reporting. Together with managing administration, he is accountable for the organization’s Enterprise Risk Management. Trained with Ernst and Young Chartered Accountants, his work experiences include working in the development industry for several years with Assured Developments and Pointe of View. Ko has had experience in managing the accounting & administrative functions, including the development and implementation of business processes and controls. He has experience working U.S. projects and ultimately being responsible for their all the job cost analysis and financial and joint venture reporting. In addition to Ko’s responsibilities at CMLC, he is a Board Member with the Association of Zimbabweans in Calgary.

Amber joined CMLC in April 2014 and brings nine years of land development experience to the team. She is passionate in bringing placemaking and great design to the city building projects she leads in and outside the Rivers District. In Amber’s capacity as … Amber joined CMLC in April 2014 and brings nine years of land development experience to the team. She is passionate in bringing placemaking and great design to the city building projects she leads in and outside the Rivers District. In Amber’s capacity as Senior Development Manager, she drives strategic capital projects and brownfield redevelopment, with a focus on innovative urban design solutions and financial sustainability. She leads all projects with an eye towards placemaking, project management, economic development, land use planning and design. With this experience, Amber has presented at a number of conferences including the Canadian Institute of Transportation Engineers, CIP, and the Alberta Professional Planner Institute in addition to guest lecturing at the University of Calgary’s Hayskayne School of Business, and School of Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Planning. Amber holds a Bachelor of Arts with High Honours in Regional and Urban Planning from the University of Saskatchewan and a Bachelor of Policy Studies from Mount Royal University and is a registered professional planner with the Canadian Institute of Planners (CIP).