I have been a senior manager in community charities related to justice, anti-poverty, community development, and international mission since 1988. Previously, I was the Executive Director at two Kitchener agencies. I have also consulted on resource development, organizational development, and strategic planning for charities and small businesses. A member of several boards over the years, I have also worked in various church leadership capacities, and was President of the Ontario Association of Community Correctional Residences for two terms. Currently, I chair the Waterloo Regional Crime Prevention Council. I received an MA in Leadership from the University of Guelph. In 1989 while working with young offenders at another agency, I collaborated with Community Justice Initiatives to develop a Victim Offender Reconciliation program. Witnessing the power of Restorative Justice, I became a strong proponent of using restorative practices in response to many kinds of crime and conflict.  I love playing hockey, cooking, and good literature. I am married with two children, two step-children, and four grandchildren.