Our team

The Capacity Building Institute brings together many leaders to share best practices, stories, and information in our training programs.

Lead trainers

Communications & Strategy

Alex Keenan, JD, LL.L

Alex is the Principal of Stage Light Communications and provides training in strategy, communications, and engagement.

Find out more

Fundraising

Sam Laprade, CFRE

Sam brings her considerable knowledge of fundraising to the team and provides training on fund development, board engagement in fundraising, and implementation strategies.

Find out more

Executive Leadership

Barb king, MPNL

Barb King is the Executive Director of Watersheds Canada and provides training support on executive leadership and governance.

Find out more

Philanthropy and Impact Investing

Kristina Inrig, BPAPM, MPNL

Kristina Inrig is a leader in philanthropy, impact investing, financial management and nonprofit leadership.

Find out more

capacity coaches

Our Capacity Coaches support students in the practical application of our course content to their small-shop nonprofit.

capacity coaches

intern mentors

Our team of intern mentors support our interns in their capacity learning. All of our mentors are alumni of our programs.

intern mentors

guest facilitators

Guest Speakers and faciliTators

board of directors

board members

Student Course Log-in