Executives / Directors / Staff 2023-2024
EXECUTIVE
Amy Nightingale - President
President@calgarynorthstars.com
Andrew Tavender - VP AAA
Will be responsible for U15/17/18 AAA
Engage with AAA leagues and communicate important updates and dates. Train and support AAA managers, treasurers and score keepers.
Ensure efficient coordination of AAA tryouts – Training and supporting tryout coordinators to execute overall tryout plan
Investigate and resolve AAA concerns escalated from Parent Liaison and refer to Dispute Resolution committee as needed.
Terry Schulte - VP AA
Will be responsible for U13/15/16/18AA
Engage with AA leagues and communicate important updates and dates. Train and support AA managers, and treasurers
Ensure efficient coordination of AA tryouts – Training and supporting tryout coordinators to execute overall tryout plan
Investigate and resolve AA concerns escalated from Parent Liaison and refer to Dispute Resolution committee as needed.
Kelly Sledz - Treasurer
Treasurer@calgarynorthstars.com
DIRECTORS
Melissa O’Neal - Director of Ice Scheduling
icedirector@calgarynorthstars.com
Ian Couture - Director of Northstars Cares
Will be responsible for coordinating Northstars Cares program including Charity Partnerships and financial assistance.
Audrey Coultier - Director of Volunteers and Dispute Resolution
volunteers@calgarynorthstars.com
Will recruit and coordinate volunteers for various events throughout the year and will recruit and lead the Dispute Resolution Committee.
Denise Leckie - Director of Social Media and Digital Communications
communications@calgarynorthstars.com
Clark Budd - Director of Parent Engagement
parentengagement@calgarynorthstars.com
Will be responsible for creating and coordinating Parent Liaison roles for all teams and provide support and guidance throughout season to positively and effectively resolve conflicts.
Vacant - Director of Strategic Planning and Procurement
Will be responsible for creating and monitoring procurement practices and consulting with Executives on CNHA strategic planning
Neil Coughlan – Director of Development Delivery
development@calgarynorthstars.com
Will be responsible for ensuring consistent and timely delivery of CNHA development plan. Will assist in scheduling and tracking of development inputs as directed by the GM.
WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST DIRECTORS (Elected May 2023)
Charmene Brewer - Director of Player Wellness
wellness@calgarynorthstars.com
Chris Dietzen - Director of Tryouts and Fundraising
Shaun Erick - Director of Community Engagement
community@calgarynorthstars.com
General Manager
Jesse Hale
Administration
Sarah Palinkas
Register-Administration
administrator@calgarynorthstars.com
Coordinators:
Sarah Palinkas
Bingo and Casino Coordinator
administrator@calgarynorthstars.com
Irena Jackson
Yearbook Coordinator
please contact communications@calgarynorthstars.com
Corrina Brown
Events Coordinator
please contact volunteers@calgarynorthstars.com
Laura Redgate
Athletic Therapist Coordinator
please contact communications@calgarynorthstars.com
Past President:
Amedeo Cortese
Past President
please contact president@calgarynorthstars.com