Stephanie is an Academic Department Manager with the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta. With over 20 years of dedicated experience in business administration, Stephanie has climbed the ranks to increasingly senior roles. Armed with a Bachelor's degree in Management, specializing in Human Resources Management, and proudly holding the CPHR designation, her journey has been characterized by a commitment to excellence. She's earned certifications in Administrative Professional and Change Management, and more recently, achieved the EQ-i certification, adding a valuable dimension to her skillset. Her extensive background positions her as a seasoned professional ready to contribute to ACCADA's mission and vision.

Lloyd is a Senior Finance Manager at The Hospital for Sick Children, at the University of Toronto. Leveraging his extensive experience as a Senior Business Financial Analyst in the hospital and healthcare sector, he brings a robust skill set to ACCADA. His expertise aligns seamlessly with ACCADA's commitment to advancing financial acumen within clinical academic administration. As a finance professional with a Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Accounting and Economics from the University of Toronto Mississauga, he is dedicated to contributing his financial insights to bolster ACCADA's mission.

Director of Administration with the Dalhousie/Nova Scotia Health Department of Medicine Dalhousie University Denise is a seasoned healthcare administration professional with over 26 years of experience in the field. She is deeply passionate about delivering exceptional patient care while fostering a collaborative, high-performing administrative team. Her expertise spans across various facets of healthcare, including clinical operations, education, and research. Denise is dedicated to driving excellence in healthcare environments, supporting physician teams to provide outstanding patient care. Her leadership and commitment to continuous improvement

Candace is a Human Resources Coordinator at the Department of Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University. With a robust background in full-cycle staff recruitment, Candace goes beyond her role, providing valuable guidance to colleagues and leaders. Her leadership extends to overseeing payroll and HR documentation, ensuring the seamless execution of HR functions within a clinical department. Candace's is an invaluable asset to ACCADA. Her passion for continuous development and subject matter expertise contributes to our dynamic executive team, driving strategic growth and fostering a collaborative community.

Tricia Toderick-Tyner has been a valued member of the Department of Surgery at Western University since 2007 and has been with the University since 2000. As Financial Officer, she is the go-to expert for all accounting, financial, procurement, and budgeting matters, particularly when navigating funds across institutional boundaries. Tricia’s financial expertise is built on a strong foundation in payroll accounting, having previously worked at the Richard Ivey School of Business and as Payroll Accounting Team Manager for TD Canada Trust. She holds an Honours BA from Laurentian University and a Certificate in Human Resource Management from Fanshawe College. A dedicated member of ACCADA since 2011, Tricia played a key role in financial accounting support for the 2011 conference. She went on to serve as Treasurer from 2018 to 2023 and stepped into the role of Secretary in 2024, continuing her commitment to excellence in academic administration.

Andrea is the Internal Engagement and Events Team Lead in the Department of Medicine at the University of Alberta. Driven by a deep passion for events, bringing people together in person is Andrea's forte; "it's where strong relationships form, and the magic truly happens." Witnessing the exchange of ideas, sharing best practices, and collectively growing into something greater fuels her enthusiasm. Expanding her knowledge through diverse courses, with her latest venture being an AI Enhanced Event Professional Certificate. Andrea contributes to the vibrant atmosphere ACCADA aims to cultivate, ensuring members benefit from enriching experiences and meaningful connections.