
Meet Our Dedicated Leadership Team
Executive Committee

TANYA COLFORDChair of the Board
A Mortgage Agent since 2018, Tanya began her career in the financial services industry and has extensive knowledge and experience in both the Financial Planning and Lending sides of the business. As an independent mortgage agent, Tanya has an extensive array of options to help her clients find the best mortgage for them.

DOMINIQUE SAYERS1st Vice Chair
Dominique is the Director of Operations and part owner at B&D Liquidation and Auction Services.

JOANNE FRENCHSecretary Treasurer
The outgoing and gregarious Joanne is the Branch Office Administrator at Edward Jones. With a robust skill set including Small Business, Public Speaking, Critical Illness, Fundraising, Customer Service and more, Joanne’s considerable experience makes her perspective invaluable to entrepreneurs and the business community.

ALISON LESTERPast Chair
Alison has been practicing law since 2006. The Lester and Associates team includes Alison and five experienced staff members all dedicated to serving you in a professional, efficient, and friendly manner.
Board of Directors

BONNIE ANNISDirector (2nd Term, Year 2)
Bonnie is a partner at L’Moor, a distribution company focused on the spa and wellness industry. She has a background in women’s health care and worked for many years as a Doula, demonstrating her caring for women and their health care choices. Within the spa and wellness industry, Bonnie reminds her clients that caring and support needs to extend to the professionals working in the industry.

SHANNON GARDINERDirector (1st Term, Year 2)
Shannon Gardiner is Co-Owner of Sewing Machine Magic in Cobourg, a creative hub for sewing machines, service, and maker essentials. She also works as Account Manager for LDH Scissors, bringing industry-wide experience and a passion for helping makers find the right tools for their craft.

CHINTAN GHUNTLADirector (2nd Term, Year 1)
Co-Founder of Vibrant Moon, a digital marketing agency specializing in
SEO and Online Ads, Chintan is a digital-first marketer with focus on creating and executing strategies and tactical plans.
SEO and Online Ads, Chintan is a digital-first marketer with focus on creating and executing strategies and tactical plans.

DANIELA GRAHAMDirector (1st Term, Year 2)
Co-Founder and Building Consultant of EC Design & Build, Dani is leading the next generation of innovative builders of luxury, homes with a focus on disaster resistance, sustainability, and energy efficient construction.

CINDY MARRIOTTDirector (1st Term, Year 1)
Born and raised in Northumberland County, Cindy is a licensed realtor with Royal Service Real Estate Inc., Brokerage in Cobourg.

KELLY WINSLOWDirector (1st Term, Year 2)
Kelly serves as the Manager of Branch Operations at Ganaraska Financial Credit Union. She is passionate about supporting members on their financial journeys and takes pride in building genuine relationships within the community. Kelly is dedicated to making every member feel welcomed, supported, and confident in their financial decisions.