Hello, I’m Amanda! I am the Executive Director here at BrainTrust Canada. I’m very passionate about serving vulnerable and underserved populations, and have been doing so for over a decade. My love for this organisation started as I worked frontline, then grew to program delivery and development. My proudest moment was founding and developing our brain injury Crime Prevention & Reduction Program. Now, I spend my time mentoring and knowledge-sharing with the next generation of amazing non-profit superheroes! In my downtime, I can be found spending time with my two amazing children and my fur baby, Gustav the Great Dane. I am thrilled to be the co-chair of Brain Injury Canada’s Network Advisory Council on Brain Injury.

Hello, my name is Lori. As a chartered professional accountant, I provide financial oversight to several nonprofit organisations – I love supporting those who are ‘doing good’ in the world! Put simply, I support BrainTrust Canada in achieving their mission by making sure that they’re following money regulations and spending wisely. I grew up in a lighthouse station on Vancouver Island and was home-schooled until age 14, and I think this contributes to my ability to work so well independently! My husband, Tim, and I have four adult children and three dogs. We live in Lake Country and enjoy camping, boating, and the occasional wine tour.

Hello, my name is Kate. My journey with BrainTrust began on the frontline, where I walked alongside our clients, offering empathy and advocacy. I’ve since embraced a new role, one that allows me to provide even more support to those in need, preventing them from slipping through the cracks. In my free time, I enjoy spending quality time with friends/family, reading, and playing video games.

Jewell is a distinguished Indigenous Consultant based in West Kelowna, British Columbia, whose expertise blends modern strategic thinking with traditional Indigenous values and pedagogy. Embracing the wisdom passed down through their heritage, they integrate ancestral knowledge with contemporary business methodologies to drive innovative problem-solving and foster transformative relationships. Their approach underscores the importance of community, mutual respect, and the interconnectedness of all ideas—a philosophy that both honors tradition and adapts to modern challenges.
Grounded in a holistic view of learning and collaboration, Jewell champions a balanced methodology where experiential wisdom meets data-driven strategy. At Braintrust, they leverage this unique fusion to collaborate with diverse talents, nurturing creative dialogue and impactful solutions. Their commitment to lifelong learning and community empowerment makes them an asset and a visionary leader, dedicated to shaping a future that respects the past while embracing innovative progress for a safer sustainable future for everyone.

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Hello, I’m Chanel! I am the Development Coordinator here at Braintrust Canada. I am passionate about sharing kindness and empathy with those I support. I advocate for my clients so they feel seen, heard, and empowered as I support them along their unique journey. It is a true blessing to grow and learn from clients every day. I have had the amazing privilege to work frontline in various fields with a diverse population including youth/kids, mental health, addictions and diversabilities. In my free time I enjoy cooking, baking, writing free verse poetry, camping, spending time with family/friends, and going on walks with my German Shepherd puppy.

Hello, I’m Livia! I am the Coordinator of Vernon Services at BrainTrust. With a background in psychology and a passion for community work, I am dedicated to supporting individuals with brain injuries. I believe in creating a space where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to overcome challenges and thrive. In my free time, I enjoy doing movie marathons and discovering new films. 

Hello! My name is Starr and I am a counsellor at BrainTrust. My goal is to offer a safe, open space where we can work through challenges together, cultivating an authentic and caring connection. In addition to direct client care, I work closely with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive, holistic care plans that address physical, emotional, and cognitive aspects of recovery. When I am not in the office, you can find me on hikes, camping, and exploring the Okanagan.

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Hello, my name is Michelle and I’ve worked as an occupational therapist for twenty years. For the last ten years, I’ve specialised in community rehabilitation, functional assessments, and return to productivity/work for clients with physical and cognitive difficulties. I mainly bring these skills and experience to my role in the NeuroRecovery Centre where I assist clients in identifying their program goals and develop individualised transition plans upon completion. My family and I love to spend our free time discovering all that the Okanagan has to offer and touring local lakes on our boat.

Hi! My name is Claire and I’m a counsellor at BrainTrust. During my early career I worked at Connect, a brain injury rehabilitation home. This amazing experience and the many remarkable individuals and caregivers I was privileged to work with sparked my passion for supporting the brain injury community. When I’m not working, you can find me spending time with my husband, my daughter, our two dogs, and exploring the beautiful outdoors we get to call home in the Okanagan.

Hello! My name is Starr and I am a counsellor at BrainTrust. My goal is to offer a safe, open space where we can work through challenges together, cultivating an authentic and caring connection. In addition to direct client care, I work closely with multidisciplinary teams to create comprehensive, holistic care plans that address physical, emotional, and cognitive aspects of recovery. When I am not in the office, you can find me on hikes, camping, and exploring the Okanagan.