Ms. Sherri Reid
President
Sherri joined the Board in 2006 and currently serves as President. She brings a great deal of financial wisdom and experience to her role on the Board and has served many years on the Finance Committee supporting the improvement of systems the agency currently uses. She first came to learn about BGC through her position with our critical partner, Wetaskiwin Regional Public Schools as the Associate Superintendent of Business. Sherri is proud of the wide range of services that the club provides to a diverse and large variety of children, youth and families in our community.
Mr. Brandon Funk
Vice-President
Brandon joined BGC as a child when he attended the Summer Day Camp Program at the age of 8. He has spent many years participating, working and volunteering for the Club ever since. He is currently attending University of Alberta Augustana Campus finishing up his Kinesiology Degree. When home visiting his parents, Stephen and Wanda, he drops in the club where all the kids know his name.
He enjoys playing basketball and other sports in his spare time and is told that he makes a mean salmon salad.
Mr. Shadi Rahbani
Director
Shadi Rahbani is a lawyer with the firm of MLT Aikins LLP in Edmonton, and he has sat on the Board of Directors of the BGCW since 2021. In addition to his diverse legal experience as a trusted advisor for individuals, businesses and organizations of all kinds, he has spent more than 20 years living in Wetaskiwin and remains well-acquainted with the needs of the community.
Mrs. Shannon Dewald
Treasurer
Shannon joined the Board of Directors in the spring of 2011 and currently fills the position of Secretary-Treasurer and serves on the Finance Committee. She works with the local Public School Board as the Director of Business Services and shares her valuable financial education and experience with our Agency. Shannon believes that BGC Wetaskiwin has so much to offer the communities that we work in and she is inspired and motivated by the stories that she hears about the agency making a difference in the lives of children, youth and families.
With what little spare time that Shannon can put together she loves to spend time with her family, camping and playing hockey.
Shannon is married to Scott and has 3 busy children; Ashley, Jaedyn and Taylor.
Mrs. Brandy Lund
Director
Brandy joined the Board of Directors in 2019 after researching volunteer opportunities in the not-for-profit sector within the City of Wetaskiwin. She landed on the BGC board after admiring their strong presence in the community and realizing that the Club’s delivery of well-rounded programs aligned with what she believes is important to the community.
Brandy is self-employed and is the owner of a successful small business for over 20 years. Her perseverance and dedication to operating in a small market city for so many years is a great accomplishment.
Brandy is married to her husband Wyatt and together they are raising their teenage daughter, Kylie, which Brandy believes is her greatest accomplishment.
She enjoys traveling, reading, and recently started to research her family ancestry. Brandy is committed to life-long learning, always advancing her knowledge and education in the Esthetics industry as she believes education is important to personal growth.
Mr. Brian Hockin
Director
Brian joined the Board of Directors in 2008 and throughout his time he has served as Director and Vice-President. He first came to know of BGC Wetaskiwin when his children attended club programs. Brian appreciates the positive programs and supports that the agency provides to children and families in our community and is proud that of the fact that, as a non-profit organization resources are used effectively and efficiently. Brian brings a wealth of education and experience to our agency and has served on the Finance, Board Development and Personnel Committees leading the development of many management tools that strengthen our operations.
Brian currently works for Children and Family Services in the Calgary Region as the Manager of Contracts & Procurement. In his spare time, he enjoys canoeing, camping, swimming, watching movies, and spending time with his family. Brian has lived in Wetaskiwin for the past 24 years with his wife, Kimberly, and they have four adult children: Brooke, Mariah, Joel, Adam.
Ms. Tristan Zielke
Director
Tristan’s first experience with BGC Wetaskiwin was as a summer counsellor in the summer of 2006 and has always stayed connected as a seasonal staff, volunteer or fundraiser ever since. Tristan completed her Bachelor of Education at the University of Alberta and currently teaches grades 2 and 3.
Tristan joined the Board in 2013 and truly cares about the experiences that children receive and believes that the Club offers high quality programs that are valuable to our community and is truly a great place to be!
Mrs. Anne-Marie Wyse
Director
Anne-Marie Wyse has spent nearly 30 years working in various roles within the financial sector, building a wealth of experience and expertise in an industry that demands adaptability and precision. Throughout her career, Anne-Marie has thrived in navigating the complexities of the financial world, helping to shape her understanding of both economic systems and the broader needs of individuals and families.
Anne-Marie’s connection to BGC Wetaskiwin (formerly known as Boys and Girls Club) began through her daughter, who attended after-school care at one of their facilities during her younger years. It was through this personal connection that Anne-Marie came to appreciate the holistic approach BGC takes in supporting communities. She has been particularly impressed by the organization’s comprehensive range of services, which spans prevention, early intervention, and crisis response. This model, which tailors support to the unique needs of each individual, resonated deeply with Anne-Marie and reflected her own values of personalized care and support.
In addition to her professional and community-focused work, Anne-Marie is a devoted family member. Anne-Marie is a proud Metis person whose family was originally from the Red River area of Manitoba. She shares her life with her husband, Dave, and they are proud parents to their two adult children, Clayton and Jennifer.
Anne-Marie remains committed to supporting organizations like BGC, which align with her belief in the importance of fostering resilient, healthy communities through a range of carefully considered services. Her extensive career in finance and her personal experiences with BGC’s impactful work make her a passionate advocate for the continued growth and success of these programs.