Bob Hockney
Chair
In 2001, Bob started BRR Logistics Limited, which began as the Breyers Ice Cream distributor for Ontario and eventually expanded to over 650 frozen products, with a head office in Chatham. He was President and CEO until selling the company in 2017, and is now President of R&B Distribution in Chatham. Bob is also a committee member of Holiday with a Hero and a supporter of The Respect Revolution, a local program that creates awareness of bullying in elementary schools.
Gaye Thompson
Past-Chair
A resident of rural Chatham-Kent, Gaye has been involved with Healthcare for most of her life. After retiring from a career as a Facility Supervisor with the Provincial Government, Gaye has spent countless years volunteering with CKHA, including her most recent role as a Patient Experience Advisor, where she spends time interacting with patients throughout the hospital. Combined with her role as Chair of the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance Foundation’s Board of Directors, Gaye is an ambassador for improving healthcare provided locally through the purchase of new equipment.
Rocky Gaudrault
Vice Chair
A 25 year resident of Chatham-Kent, Rocky is Partner and CEO of Junctura Group Construction and RE/MAX Chatham-Kent Realty Inc. As the Founder and Chair of TekSavvy Solutions Inc. from 1998 to 2012, Rocky has decades of experience in the private sector. In recent years, Rocky has expanded his business interests to a variety of industries including real estate, construction, insurance, sports, and restaurants. As Co-Founder of the Canadian Network of Operators Consortium (CNOC), former Co-Chair of the YMCA Rebuild Campaign, and long-standing member of the CK Community Leaders’ Cabinet, Rocky has played a pivotal role in bringing about positive change throughout our community and beyond.
Lori Phillips
Vice Chair
Lori, a Partner at the accounting firm Baker Tilly CK, LLP, is a life-long Chatham-Kent resident, born and raised in the Merlin area. She joined the accounting firm of Collins Barrow Chatham-Kent in 2003 and was admitted to the partnership in 2018 (Collins Barrow rebranded as Baker Tilly in January 2019). Lori has over 15 years of experience in the profession, providing accounting, taxation and financial advisory solutions to owner-managed businesses. Lori also works closely with many not-for-profit organizations throughout the community, including St. Andrew’s Residence and the Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation, assisting them with their specific needs and requirements.
Jim King
Secretary, Treasurer, Chair, Finance & Audit Committee
Jim is the VP, Finance of TekSavvy Solutions Inc. With over 30 years of financial experience, Jim has been responsible for overseeing the financial operations for several large Chatham-Kent companies. Jim also serves on the Kent Minor Hockey Association’s Board of Directors where he also has managed their sponsorship initiatives. Jim’s financial expertise brings an insightful perspective to the foundation’s daily operations.
Lindsey Anderson
Lindsey is the Owner of Anderson Law Group, a team of lawyers and legal experts with offices in both Chatham and Wallaceburg. Born and raised in Wallaceburg, Lindsey returned to Chatham-Kent after completing her articles at a large London firm. She was called to the Bar of Ontario in 2007 and was admitted to the partnership of Carscallen, Reinhart, Mathany, Maslak in 2014, taking over the practice in 2019. Lindsey has served as a Director on the Board for Community Living Wallaceburg, and has also volunteered for previous Sydenham District Hospital campaigns, continually demonstrating her passion and commitment to our community and to local healthcare.
Dr. Dennis Atoe
Dr. Atoe currently serves as the Owner and Medical Director of IMOSE MĂ©dica Esthetics, as well as the President and CEO of Atoe Integrated Ventures Ltd. With decades of experience in the medical field, he previously served as the Chief of Family Medicine at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance (CKHA) from 2011 to 2018. He is also the current Medical Director for Fairfield Park Nursing Home and the Wallaceburg Retirement Residence. Dr. Atoe also serves as a Wallaceburg Physician on the Chatham-Kent Family Health Team (CKFHT), and possesses Board experience from his former role as Lead Physician for CKFHT.
Kaleena Cryderman
Born and raised here in Chatham, Kaleena has worked at TekSavvy for 11 years, earning frequent recognition for her leadership, growth, and achievements. Currently, she serves as the Manager of the company’s Chatham-Kent Business Team. A proud, long-time community supporter, Kaleena is also the Business Marketing Director for FreeHelpCK. Earlier this year, she was honoured as the recipient of the Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce Business Individual of the Year award.
Jason Gillett
Jason currently serves in the role of Director, S&T Business Development for Enbridge Gas Inc. With two decades of experience in the field, he has held a variety of positions in regulatory, information technology, sales, procurement, and business development. Jason has gained considerable expertise in the areas of strategic planning, governance, operations, project management, and regulatory affairs. Born and raised in Chatham-Kent, Jason currently resides in Chatham with his wife and two children. With his immediate and extended family located right here in our community, Jason is passionate about supporting the critical services that CKHA and the Foundation provide to Chatham-Kent residents.
Darren Lopes
Originally from Toronto, Darren relocated to Chatham to experience the benefits of living in a smaller community. Over the course of his career, Darren has developed strong connections in the community that have made him an integral part of the Foundation Board. Darren believes in giving back more than you take, and uses his business acumen and connections to help make an impact on healthcare in Chatham-Kent.
Mary Rule
Mary is a former Registered Nurse here in Chatham who has been successfully running her decorating business, Accent House, for the past 27 years. She has also dedicated the past decade to serving on the board of directors for Maple City Marine Chatham. Grateful for the hospital and frontline workers that saved her life during a crisis two years ago, Mary is committed to giving back to our community and supporting CKHA.
Satinder Singh Chopra
A resident of Chatham for the past five years, Satinder holds a Master of Science degree and has 15 years of experience in agricultural research. Since 2018, he has worked as a Research Technician at the University of Guelph, Ridgetown Campus. In addition to his research work, Satinder serves the Chatham-Kent community as a Real Estate Agent with Advanced Realty Solutions Inc. He previously sat on the Board for The Prairie Grain Development Committee in Western Canada.
Adam Watson
Adam is an Investment Advisor and Portfolio Manager for the Fairway Wealth Management Team - National Bank Financial. After receiving his BBA with a concentration in Finance from Wilfrid Laurier University, the second generation Investment Advisor began his career with National Bank Financial in 2007. Adam furthered his financial education by completing the requirements for his Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) and Fellow of the Canadian Securities Institute (FCSI) designations, and also holds a Level 2 Life Insurance License. With more than 13 years of experience, Adam is now a certified Personal Financial Planner (PFP) and Financial Management Advisor (FMA). Adam has been an active member of the Foundation’s Finance & Audit Committee since 2018, and recently joined the Foundation’s Patient & Family Care Grant Selection Committee. He is a current member of the Wallaceburg Hall of Fame’s Annual Selection Committee, and has been participating since the age of 5 when he would attend meetings with his Grandfather. Adam lives in Chatham with his wife and daughter.