As the Executive Director of the Land and Energy Management Association of Canada (LEMAC), Robert is focused on building strong relationships, delivering value to members, and positioning the association as a key voice in the land and energy management industry.

Robert’s career has been defined by a commitment to community engagement and sustainable growth. In his previous role as Vice President of Communications, Community Engagement, and Entrepreneurship at The Immigrant Education Society (TIES), he secured extensive funding through government and private sector grants, launched social enterprises to create steady revenue streams, and built partnerships that increased the organization’s reach and impact. These experiences gave him a practical understanding of balancing strategic vision with hands-on execution—skills he now brings to LEMAC.

Robert has also contributed to the community through volunteer leadership roles. As Chair of the Board for Antyx Community Arts Society, he supported initiatives that empowered youth through creative programs. Serving as Vice Chair of the Calgary Fetal Alcohol Network, he advocated for resources to support individuals impacted by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. These experiences reinforced his belief in collaboration and the power of working together to make a difference.

Robert understands the unique challenges and opportunities in the land and energy management sector and is dedicated to helping LEMAC’s members thrive. He believes in listening to members, fostering collaboration, and ensuring the association stays ahead of industry trends.

As Executive Director, Robert is excited to work alongside LEMAC’s members, volunteers, and partners to strengthen the association and support the professionals who make this industry so vital. His approachable, solutions-oriented leadership style ensures that LEMAC remains a trusted resource and advocate for its members.

This dream pushed her to study journalism and communications at university and had worked in that industry for over three years.

One day, she realized that traditional journalism is a slowly dying industry and decided to change her career path. She took a break from her career where she spent many sunny days in Melbourne, Australia immersing herself in art, coffee, and Australian wildlife. In 2018, she went back to Canada and completed her graduate diploma in Public Relations and Communications Management from McGill University.

She knew that her love of storytelling would never go away and is now helping tell the story of nonprofits by creating social media content and writing communications plans to reach and engage their audience. The journalism skills she developed through the years and her passion for storytelling are still applicable to her current position as a Marketing and Communications Specialist for LEMAC.

Her expertise spans environmental and investment sectors, mortgage, human resources, and beyond. Throughout her career, Iana has played a key role in helping numerous companies grow and thrive, applying her deep understanding of financial strategies to drive success in various business landscapes. Her ability to adapt and deliver impactful solutions has made her a trusted asset in the companies she’s supported.

For the past six years, Iana has been dedicated to supporting LEMAC’s accounting needs, playing a critical role in ensuring the organization’s financial stability and growth. Her expertise in accounting and finance has been instrumental in optimizing LEMAC’s financial strategies, helping the organization navigate challenges and achieve long-term success. Iana’s commitment to excellence and her strong problem-solving abilities have made her an important part of the LEMAC team.