Peter Dohan
Board Chair
Peter was born in Vancouver and has lived in Montreal and Calgary before settling in Victoria 30 years ago. An avid traveler, he has explored Europe and the South Pacific, and enjoys an active lifestyle and RV adventures. With over 40 years in retail and hospitality, Peter loves sharing his knowledge, meeting new people, and learning from their stories. He is committed to continual self-improvement, living by the motto that it's not about the destination but the journey.
Kathleen Nelson
Treasurer
Kathleen has extensive experience as Division Accountant for MacMillan Bloedel and co-owner of a large construction company. She managed leasing and accounting for commercial properties on the Island. Active in the Harbourside Rotary Club, Habitat for Humanity, and Sendial. Kathy also volunteers at festivals and golf tournaments. In her leisure time, she enjoys spending time with her daughter and friends, paddling with a dragon boat team, golfing, and traveling.
Marvelee Papaloukas
Secretary
Marvelee, a licensed real estate professional with Sutton Group – West Coast Realty, specializes in residential real estate, helping clients navigate buying and selling homes. With a background as a certified Executive Coach and various leadership roles in non-profits, she has worked to create healthier, stronger communities. A lifelong Vancouver Islander, Marvelee proudly calls Victoria, BC her home.
Leslie Hunter
Director
With over 25 years of business expertise, she is an executive coach and has owned various businesses, and excelled in stakeholder relations, marketing, public relations, and senior management. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Fine Art and Design from the University of Alberta and is a certified Executive Coach. Passionate about lifelong learning, Leslie enjoys studying wine, collecting art, and staying active in her spare time. Leslie is a dual citizen of Canada and Australia and is currently learning to play tennis.
Catinka Dekker
Director
Catinka hails from the Netherlands and was raised across B.C., now resides in sunny Kamloops. She enjoys spending time with her family, including her cats, and tending to her garden. With a background in retail management and a current role in hospitality, Catinka is passionate about sharing her experiences to help others. She strongly believes in diversity, equity, and inclusion, aiming to create safe spaces with dignity and respect for all.
Andrew Smith
Director
Andrew hails from Melbourne, Australia, and moved to Canada in 1993. After earning a Bachelor of Commerce at Ryerson University, he relocated to Victoria in 2004, where he met his wife, Tracy. Since 2006, Andrew has been a Consultant at IG Wealth Management, building his practice on the philosophy of prioritizing clients' needs. He feels blessed to call Victoria home with their two sons and enjoys hiking, golfing, and biking with his family.