Our Team & Board

Bill has been an educator since 2003 and currently teaches high school in St. Albert while also contributing to curriculum development with Alberta Education. He holds an Honours degree in Psychology and a degree in Education with Distinction. Passionate about education and community service, Bill has been a dedicated volunteer for many years, spending Saturdays supporting veterans at the local Legion. As a coach and mentor, he actively guides youth in finding employment opportunities and exploring careers in trades. His teaching experience spans multiple disciplines, including Mechanics, Mathematics, Special Education, and Individualized Learning Plan Development. Committed to student success and family support, Bill has been a valued member of the Transitions Board of Directors since 2019, bringing his expertise and dedication to helping individuals thrive.

Amzad Amiri has been in public practice since 2000 and holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree. He earned his Certified General Accountant (CGA) designation from CGA Alberta in 1999. Dedicated to his profession, Amzad has served on the Board of the CGA Edmonton Chapter and spent five years as a Practice Reviewer. He also contributed as Treasurer for the Canadian Condominium Institute – North Alberta Chapter for three years. With extensive experience in financial auditing, Amzad's practice focuses on auditing condominium corporation financial statements, providing financial information for small businesses, and conducting audits for municipalities and other not-for-profit organizations.

Lisa Rumsey holds a Bachelor of Management from the University of Lethbridge and is a CPA with specialized studies in income tax and GST/HST. With a career rooted in public practice, she began in audit and assurance before developing expertise in taxation. Her leadership in financial initiatives has supported organizational growth and operational excellence. Outside of work, Lisa enjoys hiking, kickboxing, and spending quality time with her family.

Lisa Galloway-Mah is a Human Resources and Disability Management professional with over two decades of experience in the public sector. Since 2008, she has been with the University of Alberta, where she currently serves as a Senior Consultant, Return to Work. Her career also includes roles with the Government of Alberta and Canadian Blood Services in various human resources capacities. Lisa holds a Bachelor of Management from the University of Lethbridge, along with diplomas in Finance and Human Resources Management from NAIT and MacEwan University. Her passion for disability management is driven by her commitment to helping individuals overcome health challenges to achieve their personal and professional goals.

Grace Garcia-Cooke holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Alberta. With over 25 years of legal experience, she has dedicated her career to advising locally elected governments. Since May 2016, she has served as General Counsel for Edmonton Public Schools. Throughout her career, Grace has represented clients at all levels of Court in Alberta and before numerous administrative tribunals, including the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner, grievance arbitration boards, and the Alberta Human Rights Commission. A lifelong resident of St. Albert, Grace has actively contributed to the community through volunteer roles on City Council Committees, including the Community Services Advisory Board, Municipal Planning Commission, and the Assessment Review Board. She is proud to support the Transitions Rehabilitation Association of St. Albert and District as a board member.

Carrie Santiago is a heart-centered mentor, entrepreneur, and former educational assistant with over 12 years of experience serving families and children. As a mother of three adult children, she brings compassion, wisdom, and real-world perspective to her work. Carrie empowers women — especially those in transitional seasons — to rediscover their identity, align with purpose, and build faith-led lives and businesses. She is passionate about service, connection, and helping others step into their next chapter with confidence. She recently joined the board and is excited to bring her knowledge to the table.

Doreen Slessor is the Executive Director of Transitions, leading the organization's mission to build new tomorrows for people with developmental disabilities in St. Albert and area. She brings a wealth of nonprofit leadership experience to the role, having previously served as Executive Director of the Dogs With Wings Assistance Society and as Director, Development at the Alberta Registered Nurses Educational Trust (ARNET). 

Across these roles, Doreen has led fundraising strategy, community partnerships, and organizational planning in service of missions built around care and connection. As a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), she brings both strategic rigor and a genuine commitment to the people and communities these organizations serve. Doreen now brings that same dedication to Transitions, guiding its programs, people, and strategic direction with an eye toward lasting impact.

Cathy Kirsch has been part of the heart and soul of Transitions for over 26 years. She began her journey in 1999 as a host home and respite provider in the Family Services Program, and has since held several roles in both Family and Adult Services. Today she brings her experience and unwavering passion to leading inclusive, person-centered supports across the organization. What Cathy loves most about her role is being part of a community where people truly care — where coworkers, families, and individuals come together with a shared purpose: to make life better for people who call St. Albert home. Outside of work, Cathy is an avid traveler, a devoted dog lover, and most proudly, a brand-new nana — her favourite title yet!

Andy Tran started with Transitions in 2004 as an Accounts Receivable Clerk at the old Grandin Mall tower, and is now the Manager, Finance. With his accounting and administration background, coupled with hands-on experience, he successfully led a payroll conversion committee from a paper time-attendant and payroll system to an online platform in 2021 — eliminating manual processes for all staff. Besides the finance role, Andy loves to work with his hands and is very good at fixing and repairing equipment and building; some staff call him “Handy Andy” in the office. He loves fishing and spending time outdoors.

Charmaine Gee has been a proud member of the Transitions family for 13 years, bringing with her over 25 years of extensive experience in the disability sector. Her career has been driven by heartfelt compassion and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of others. Over time, Charmaine has grown into a strong and trusted leader, skillfully managing programs, guiding teams, and navigating the many challenges that come with providing quality services — all with determination, passion, and a positive spirit. Charmaine's connection to Transitions' mission and values inspires her every day to lead with integrity and purpose. Outside of her professional life, Charmaine is fully invested in her family, loves to travel, and enjoys walks, fitness and spending quality time with friends.

Amber Moore joined Transitions in December 2022 with over 22 years of professional experience supporting people with developmental disabilities and their families. Her passion grew from personal family experiences, giving her deep insight into the challenges and rewards of navigating support systems. For ten years, Amber ran a support home for two gentlemen, one of whom received services through Transitions. This gave her a unique perspective as both a caregiver and service provider, highlighting the importance of person-centered care and strong communication. Now a Supervisor in Adult Services, Amber uses her hands-on experience to support people, families, and staff with empathy and practical insight. She believes “Everyone has a story, a unique book of life worth honouring.”

Brianna began her journey with Transitions in 2013, working as frontline staff on the Adult Services Residential team while completing her Bachelor of Professional Arts in Criminal Justice degree. Inspired by the impact of the work, she chose to build a meaningful career supporting individuals with developmental disabilities. Since then she has taken on several key roles, including Mobile Team Lead in Adult Services, before stepping into her current role as Supervisor in Adult Services in 2019. She is deeply committed to lifelong learning and advocacy; her volunteer work includes supporting the Edmonton Police Service Victim Services Unit and the Project Adult Literacy Society (PALS). Outside of work, Brianna enjoys time with her family, vegetable gardening, camping, baking sourdough, and outdoor carpentry projects.