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The Team
Chris Friesen, Acting Co-Executive Director of CISSA-ACSEI
Chris has long been recognized as a leader in the refugee and immigrant sector across Canada and has been at the forefront of major refugee resettlement initiatives in British Columbia and Canada. Chris is the Chief Operating Officer of ISSofBC and an integral member of national bodies as the Acting Co-Executive Director of the Canadian Immigrant Settlement Sector Alliance - Alliance canadienne du secteur de l'emploi des immigrants (CISSA-ACSEI) and co-president of the National Settlement and Integration Council.
Katie Crocker, Acting Co-Executive Director of CISSA-ACSEI
Throughout her career, Katie has built and nurtured strong partnerships with nonprofits, governments, businesses, educational institutions and communities. As Co-Executive Director of CISSA-ACSEI, Katie provides strategic vision for Ukraine's Safe Haven operation and oversees the team and logistics functions. Katie is the CEO of AMSSA, the umbrella organization for the settlement and integration sector in British Columbia, and provides strategic oversight to various programs and a collaborative team.
Thomas Reydellet, Program Manager
Thomas oversees the work of Operation Ukrainian Safe Haven, ensures project components align with the strategic vision and manages the team. Thomas monitors the budget, ensures tasks are on schedule and maintains communication with key stakeholders.
Nangyalai Tanai, Corporate Donations Manager
Nangyalai develops and implements engagement and fundraising strategies and builds relationships with corporate donors. Nangyalai refers and coordinates the distribution of donations received by individuals and by ISED at provincial and territorial hubs.
Sergio Vazquez Carvajal, Project Coordinator
Sergio provides logistical support for Operation Ukrainian Safe Haven online and in-person events and meetings. Sergio creates infographics, maintains a comprehensive FAQ, and ensures all inquiries are answered in a timely manner.
Jun Cho, Data Analyst
Jun manages the voluntary Notification of Arrivals Transmission survey collecting information on Ukrainians willing to relocate to Canada, and turns data into information and into insights to inform policy decisions.
Kimiya Shokoohi, Digital Communication Specialist
Kimiya prepares communications related to the national secretariat, develops the communication strategy, manages the operation's website, social media, communications resources and graphic development, as well as public and media relations.
Navarre Bailey, Desired Control, Digital Communication Consultant
Navarre supports Operation Ukrainian Safe Haven by defining strategic communications, promoting dynamic campaigns, engaging with stakeholders on social media and implementing a visual identity.