Our Board

Jeff Tisdale

Chair

Jeff is the Chief Executive Officer of Landcorp Data, where he leads a dynamic team of data analysts, business developers and market researchers to provide innovative solutions for the real estate and financial services sectors. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management, a Certificate in New Product Development and a Personal Financial Planning Diploma. Looking to contribute to his community, Jeff joined the board in 2019, first as a Director, then as Vice Chair and now Chair. Jeff lives in Chilliwack with his wife and 13-year-old daughter.

Naveed Nadri

Vice Chair

Naveed is a strategic program management leader with over two decades of experience delivering large-scale transformation initiatives in North America, Africa, Europe and the Middle East. Currently a Senior Program Manager at Amazon, he oversees supply chain strategies for new site launches and champions digital innovations across global operations. He previously served at the United Nations, focusing on humanitarian development. Naveed is a past Chair of the Dixon Transition Society and sits on the boards of the SSSBC and the BC Co-op Association, advocating for inclusive services and governance. He holds a PMP certification, an Executive MBA, and is fluent in multiple languages.

Brenda Southam

Past Chair

Brenda brings 30 years of leadership acumen to the SSSBC, having served various organizations either as a Board Member or CEO. Since joining the board in 2014, she has served as Vice Chair, Chair and Past Chair, adding her extensive knowledge to the policy, membership and governance committees. A life-long learner, Brenda holds a Certificate of Business Administration from the University of Saskatchewan. Her experience with an aging parent led to her interest in assisting seniors, which she has found highly rewarding.

Anna Smith

Secretary

Anna’s diverse career has spanned business management, tourism, hospitality, marketing & sales, real estate and seniors’ living. Recognizing the increasing needs of seniors and desiring to make a meaningful impact, she joined the Board in 2018. For the past six years, Anna has served on the finance, membership, and policy committees, acting as Secretary and Member-at-Large. She draws from a wealth of experience, having actively contributed to boards in different sectors, including community associations, Boards of Trade, and Chambers of Commerce. She lives and works in New Westminster and in her free time loves being a tourist in her own city.

Sneha Attili

Member at Large

Sneha Attili brings over a decade of expertise in the Canadian employee benefits industry, specializing in client services and benefits administration. Currently a senior client service representative at HUB International, she is skilled in managing benefits plans, building strong client relationships, and process optimization. Sneha holds an MBA and is certified in Group Benefits and Life Insurance. Outside of work, Sneha enjoys cooking, reading, family time and travelling.

Karen McDonald

Member at Large

Karen is the principal of Heartwood Consulting Inc. She believes organizations can achieve a great deal by sharing the right story, with the right stakeholder, in the right time and place. Framing information into a compelling story or solution that resonates with specific stakeholders is her “superpower” as a communicator. She developed this skill over a 30+ year career in communications and government relations, across the non-profit, co-operative, corporate and government sectors.

Michele Kelly

Member at Large

Michele has retired from a career in the public sector as a Senior Manager of Supply Chain and Material Services that spanned over 30 years. She holds a Diploma in Supply Chain Management and Risk Management. Michele joined the Board in 2024 and serves on the Governance committee. She strongly believes in the significant benefits to seniors that the SSSBC provides. Michele lives in New Westminster with her dog and is a metalwork artist who actively volunteers in her community.

Mandy Hansen

Member at Large

Mandy is the principal of Insight Specialty Consulting and has more than 25 years’ experience in management consulting, project management, and real estate strategy. Her experience within the public, private, and non-profit sectors allows for multiple perspectives and best-in-class approaches from each of these areas. She has led large-scale initiatives and transformational change on behalf of clients in the health care, social services, construction and real estate sectors.