Meet the Board

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Amanda is the Indigenous Relations Lead for the Prairie region at WSP Canada Inc. She is an engagement professional with a passion for community development and environmental management. She is IAP2 trained and has over 13 years of experience working with Indigenous communities on land, resource, and infrastructure management. She has developed and delivered engagement and training programs across Canada with a focus in Alberta. As President, Amanda connects with her peers across Canada, the National Office, and is an active participant on the Finance Committee.

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Claire is a born and raised Calgarian. With 10 years of experience oil and gas and utility 

industries, she has gained expertise in developing strategy for a wide variety of 

communications functions, and is known for building and nurturing successful 

relationships with organizational stakeholders. Claire holds a Diploma in Journalism from 

SAIT as well as a Communications and Media Studies Degree from the University of 

Calgary. Claire is passionate about using innovative and strategic planning to advance 

public engagement. She aims to add value to the Memberships, Partnerships, and 

Volunteer Committee and is in her first-year term with the Board. 

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Brittany is a Senior Planner for WSP, currently based in Calgary, however in the past has worked within WSP’s Winnipeg and Regina offices. Brittany’s work primarily focuses on municipal planning and land development in Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and the Yukon, with a significant focus on public engagement. Brittany is a Member of the Canadian Institute of Planner and is a Registered Professional Planner. Brittany has been on the IAP2 Board for two years as Secretary and is also  Membership, Partnership and Volunteer Committee Lead.

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Jesse is the Director of Corporate Communications for the City of Fort Saskatchewan and has 15 years of experience in communications and advertising. After completing IAP2 training in early 2023, he found a new passion for public participation. Jesse is eager to move beyond traditional surveys and polls, focusing on building stronger, more meaningful connections with residents. By embracing innovative engagement strategies, he aims to create more inclusive and authentic conversations that truly reflect the needs and voices of the community. As Treasurer, Jesse participates on the Finance Committee. 

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 Danielle Lo Bianco lives in Fort McMurray and works in public engagement and communications within municipal government. With a background in recreation, local business, and non-profits, she brings a practical, community-focused perspective to her work. Her experience includes supporting engagement across a range of municipal initiatives, including infrastructure, community safety, neighbourhood connection, and recreation projects. She has been an IAP2 member since 2019 and joined the Wild Rose Board in December 2025. 

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Mabel is a consultant with MNP's Indigenous Services Consulting group in Calgary. Her current role as a Senior Consultant has provided the opportunity to engage with First Nation clients across the country in a variety of engagements, including working on a Comprehensive Community Plan, hosting open houses, and engaging in interviews, surveys, and hearings with nation members. Mabel is new to the Board this year and is passionate about continuing to build her skills in the public participation and engagement field.  Mabel contributes to the Board as the Events Committee Lead 

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Kiara grew up in a small farming community in Southern Ontario before moving to Alberta over three years ago in search of new opportunities. She brings strong municipal communications experience from her work with Rocky View County and now the Town of Canmore, where she serves as an advisor. She holds an honours degree in business administration, plus certifications in emergency management and public engagement, and is looking to achieve her APR . Now in her third year on the IAP2 Wild Rose Chapter Board, Kiara contributes fresh perspectives, supports emerging professionals, and actively volunteers on the Events Committee. 

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Karen lives and works in Calgary, and is in her second year on the IAP2 Wild Rose Board. She works as Manager, Communications and Engagement at the Town of High River. This role provides an opportunity for her to pursue her passion for public service, community engagement and effective communications. Karen earned an IAP2 Certificate in 2012, is a Prosci Certified Change Practitioner and has been an IAP2 Canada member since 2015. Karen contributes to the Board as the Communication Committee Lead. She also volunteers on the IAP2 Canada Professional Development and Training Committee and with various Calgary arts groups.

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Alexandra is the Principal and Engagement Lead at Morria Strategies Ltd., a boutique consulting firm that specializes in bringing strategic insights to organizations through planning, engagement, communications and facilitation. Alexandra is an expert in high-conflict projects, working on both large and small-scale projects across Western Canada. The industries she has worked with include: land use planning and development, budgeting, transportation and active transportation, policy and bylaw development, and history, culture and tourism.

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