Alberta University of the Arts Board of Governors
Iliya-Ndule, Chi
Ms. Chi Iliya-Ndule is currently a Corporate Commercial and Energy Associate at Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP and serves as the chair of the Governance and Human Resources Committee on The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts. She is co-founder, president and chair of the executive committee for the Calgary Black Chambers Society. As well, she serves as a board member at Antyx Community Arts and as an executive committee member for the Environmental, Energy and Resources Law Section of the Canadian Bar Association. Prior to immigrating to Canada, she practiced as a lawyer in Nigeria. She holds a Master of Laws degree from the University of Calgary and a Bachelor of Laws degree from Olabisi Onabanjo University in Nigeria.
Competencies required for members of The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts include the core competencies of leadership and governance as well as the preferred competencies of finance, human resources, legal, risk management, and/or strategic planning. Ms. Iliya-Ndule was directly appointed in October 2020 on the basis of meeting the competencies, skills, and attributes as described above.
Price, Tammi
Ms. Tammi Price is the Chief Financial Officer with Greengate Power Corporation. Prior to that, she was the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer with ELM Inc. She is serving as an Advisory Board Member and Chair of Collins Capital. Ms. Price is a Chartered Professional Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from St. Mary’s University.
Competencies required for members of The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts include core competencies of leadership and governance as well as the preferred competencies of finance, human resources, legal, risk management, and/or strategic planning. Ms. Price was directly appointed on the basis of meeting the competencies, skills and attributes as described above.
Kelly-Frère, Mackenzie
Mr. Mackenzie Kelly-Frère is currently an Associate Professor with the School of Craft and Emerging Media at Alberta University of the Arts. He is the President and Historian of the Guild of Canadian Weavers and a member on the Nickle Galleries Collection Committee. His work has been exhibited across Canada, China, Japan, Korea, and the United States. He is a member of the Alberta Craft Council and the Textile Society of America. Mr. Kelly-Frère holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Textile from Alberta University of the Arts and a Master of Fine Arts in Textile from the Nova Scotia College of Art and Design.
Gupta, Ruby
Ms. Ruby Gupta is currently employed by Oak Bay Medical Centre and was previously a Fire Safety Advisor at Premier Health Enterprises. Ms. Gupta was also a Benefit Specialist with American Income Life, Payroll Coordinator with UMA Engineering, and a Customer Care Representative with the Bank of Montreal. Ms. Gupta holds a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Alberta, and a Medical Office Assistance certificate from MCG Career College. She has completed courses offered by Canadian Payroll Association and earned a Payroll Administrator certificate.
Competencies required for members of The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts include the core competencies of leadership and governance, as well as the preferred competencies of finance, human resources, legal, risk management, and/or strategic planning. Ms. Gupta was directly appointed on the basis of meeting the competencies, skills, and attributes as described above.
Stimson, Adrian
Mr. Stimson has been on The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts since August 2021 and serves as member on the Finance and Audit Committee and the Honorary Degree Committee. He is a member of the Siksika (Blackfoot) Nations. Mr. Stimson is the recipient of the Governor General Award for Visual and Media Art, the REVEAL Indigenous Arts Award, the Blackfoot Visual Arts Award, Alberta Centennial Medal, and the Queen Elizabeth II Golden Jubilee Award. He holds a Master of Fine Arts from the University of Saskatchewan and a Bachelor of Fine Arts with Distinction from Alberta University of the Arts.
Competencies required for members of The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts include the core competencies of leadership and governance, as well as the preferred competencies of finance, human resources, legal, risk management, and/or strategic planning. Mr. Stimson was directly appointed in August 2021 on the basis of meeting the competencies, skills, and attributes as described above.
Chiu, Patrick
Mr. Patrick Chiu is currently the President of Trico Communities, the owner of the Egg and Spoon Restaurant, and the owner of Fuse Fitness Studio. Mr. Chiu is an active member in the community and volunteers in various organizations, including Chair of NU Community Board created by Trico Charitable Foundation, an Inaugural Chair of Dean’s Strategic Advisory Committee with Bow Valley College, Chair with Stile Interiors Inc, Chapter Member of Young President’s Organization (YPO), and as a Cabinet Member of the Campaign “Open Doors Open Minds”. Mr. Chiu holds a Master of Business Administration degree from Haskayane School of Business at the University of Calgary, and Bachelor of Commerce Co-op degree Major in Marketing Management from Rowe School of Business Dalhousie University in Halifax.
Competencies required for members of The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts include the core competencies of leadership and governance, as well as the preferred competencies of finance, human resources, legal, risk management, and/or strategic planning. Mr. Chiu was directly appointed on the basis of meeting the competencies, skills, and attributes as described above.
Lesick, Kurtis
Mr. Kurtis Lesick is an Associate Professor at Alberta University of the Arts. Mr. Lesick is an artist, curator, researcher, and award-winning creative content specialist. His work has been presented and exhibited internationally in Canada, Greece, Italy, Malta, Portugal, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States. In 2012, he was awarded the inaugural People’s Choice Award for the Most Inspirational Digital Leader at the Digital Alberta Awards. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Philosophy, Art, and Social Thought from the European Graduate School. He holds a Master of Philosophy Research degree in Archaeology from the University of Sheffield in England and a double degree in Bachelor of Arts Programmes in Archaeology and Anthropology from the University of Calgary. May 2025.
Anhorn, Sara
Ms. Sara Anhorn is currently a Chief Talent Officer at Critical Mass and has nearly 20 years of experience in digital marketing, project management, and people development. She was named Digiday’s 2020 HR Leader of the Year in the Worklife Awards. Her digital capabilities include large-scale e-Commerce projects, content management systems, integrated marketing campaigns, and prototype and usability testing.
Competencies required for members of The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts include the core competencies of leadership and governance and preferred competencies of finance, human resources, legal, risk management, and/or strategic planning. Ms. Anhorn is being directly appointed on the basis of meeting the competencies, skills, and attributes as described above.
Graham, Tom
Mr. Tom Graham is the Executive Vice President, Western Canada with Kingsdale Advisors in Calgary, Alberta. Prior to this, he was a Corporate Finance Director at Alberta Securities Commission and also previously worked as a Manager for TSX Group and Ernst & Young LLP. Mr. Graham volunteers with the Board of Governors of Calgary Academy and his community. He holds the Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Calgary and has also completed an ICD.D Directors Education Program
Competencies required for members of The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts include the core competencies of leadership and governance and the preferred competencies of finance, human resources, legal, risk management and/or strategic planning. Mr. Graham was directly appointed on the basis of meeting the competencies, skills and attributes as described above.
Mirjah, Samantha
Ms. Samantha Mirjah is currently a Student Affairs Assistant in the Office of the Registrar at Alberta University of the Arts. She began her career at the university in 2013 and has held a few roles including receptionist, Continuing Education Registration Assistant, and Continuing Education Program Assistant. She holds a Hotel Restaurant Management diploma from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology, a Dental Assistant Level II Certificate from Columbia College, and a Mental Health First Aid Standard Certificate. September 2024.
Amogan, Enzo
Mr. Enzo Amogan is a multidisciplinary artist based in Calgary whose practice spans painting, animation, and performance, with a focus on dynamic action and experimental visual storytelling. With experience in public speaking, event coordination, and student leadership, Mr. Amogan is an active contributor to the arts community, engaging audiences through both creative work and community-oriented initiatives. His background in security, guest services, and martial arts informs his commitment to fostering safe, inclusive environments and advocating for student voices within institutional spaces. He is currently completing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Painting with a minor in Animation at the Alberta University of the Arts.
Competencies required for members of The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts include the core competencies of leadership, governance, accounting/financial acumen, human resources, legal/regulatory understanding, strategic planning, and risk management. Mr. Amogan was directly appointed on the basis of meeting one or more of the competencies described above.
Galang, Thea
Thea Galang is a FilipinX artist based in Calgary whose interdisciplinary practice spans sculpture, installation, and participatory performance, with a focus on relational identity, community engagement, and sensory experience. Their work draws on concepts of shared selfhood and diaspora, often using food, sound, and collaborative environments to foster connection and dialogue across diverse communities. Galang has exhibited widely in Calgary and held leadership roles within the arts sector, demonstrating a strong commitment to cultural representation and student advocacy. They are currently pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture at the Alberta University of the Arts.
Competencies required for members of The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts include the core competencies of leadership, governance, accounting/financial acumen, human resources, legal/regulatory understanding, strategic planning, and risk management. Thea Galang was directly appointed on the basis of meeting one or more of the competencies described above.
Hopper, Kelly
Ms. Kelly Hopper is a finance and operations executive with over 25 years of experience across the sectors of consumer relations, health care, private equity, and franchise management. She has held senior roles including Chief Financial Officer, Chief Operations Office, and Vice President/Corporate Controller. She has also held leadership positions with MedSynergies and Vanguard Health Systems, Lone Star Funds, and Yum! Brands. Ms. Hopper is currently engaged in political and community activities in Calgary, including service on Tourism Calgary’s Audit Committee. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Bachelor of Arts from the University of Calgary, is a licensed CPA (Kentucky), and has completed executive leadership programs through West Point and the University of Toronto. Her experience includes financial management, operations, mergers and acquisitions, and organizational change.
Core competencies required for members of The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts include leadership, governance, accounting/financial acumen, human resources, legal/regulatory understanding, strategic planning, and risk management. Ms. Hopper was directly appointed on the basis of meeting one or more of the competencies, skills, and attributes as described above.
Klaiber-Langen, Andrea
Ms. Andrea Klaiber-Langen is a legal and transformation executive with over 25 years of experience across the energy, regulatory, and academic sectors. She most recently served as Vice-President, Transformation at ATCO Ltd. and has held senior legal and commercial roles with ATCO, the Alberta Electric System Operator, Shell Canada, Stantec, and DLA Piper. She previously served as Student Appeals Officer at the University of Calgary. Ms. Klaiber-Langen holds a Juris Doctor and First-Class Honours Bachelor of Arts from the University of Alberta. She has taken courses in executive education from the Kellogg School of Management and Ivey Academy, and she holds an ICD.D designation (2025). She has experience in organizational transformation, regulatory matters, legal leadership, and board governance.
Core competencies required for members of The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts include leadership, governance, accounting/financial acumen, human resources, legal/regulatory understanding, strategic planning, and risk management. Ms. Klaiber-Langen was directly appointed on the basis of meeting one or more of the competencies, skills, and attributes as described above.
Lauridsen, Krista
Ms. Krista Lauridsen is Vice-President and Head of Real Estate, Facilities, Design and Construction at ATB Financial, where she oversees enterprise real estate strategy, workplace initiatives, and capital development across a portfolio of more than 260 locations. She has held several leadership roles with ATB Financial and previously worked with architecture, design, and economic development organizations, including NORR Architects, FRANK Architecture and Interiors, Sturgess Architecture, and Calgary Economic Development. Ms. Lauridsen holds a Master of Architecture (Honours) and Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) from the University of Calgary, a Diploma in Entrepreneurial Studies from the British Columbia Institute of Technology, and is a Registered Architect with the Alberta Association of Architects. She has received recognition through multiple awards, including Calgary Top 40 Under 40 (2023) and other industry and leadership acknowledgements.
Core competencies required for members of The Board of Governors of Alberta University of the Arts include leadership, governance, accounting/financial acumen, human resources, legal/regulatory understanding, strategic planning, and risk management. Ms. Lauridsen was directly appointed on the basis of meeting one or more of the competencies, skills, and attributes as described above.