Jay is no stranger to rural Saskatchewan. Raised in Kenosee Lake, he's spent his career working in rural communities. A fearless leader with a hectic schedule, he still makes time to chat with the team and is always open to new ideas and welcome to change. Jay's a big Red Wings fan and loves the Roughriders and his two pups Mookie and Hank.
Proudly raised in the Town of Assiniboia, Penni is a small town girl at heart. She has several years of experience providing support in various roles to senior leadership and executive teams which has been an asset in her current position, supporting the SARM Executive. Penni enjoys summertime road trips, golfing (without the score), Rider games, and gatherings with family and friends.
Craig leads our Member Services division, providing guidance and strategic direction to SARM’s various member-focused programs and services. He is our resident go-to person for our office building maintenance and an expert car shopper. He loves all things vehicles and lending a hand where needed.
Catherine leads the finance department. She manages to volunteer at the Wascana Racing Canoe Club, watch her kids compete in canoe/kayak races and Ukrainian dance and take family road trips while also ensuring SARM’s books are balanced and the office lights are kept on!
Alicia brings a wealth of government experience and knowledge to SARM, along with her inquisitive nature and a practical approach to policy creation. She is committed to telling our story and bringing forth positive change for rural Saskatchewan. A small-town girl, she enjoys spending her time camping, raising her family and being an active member of her community.
As a true Northern Ontario girl, Deanna enjoys everything outdoors. After being swept off her feet by a two-stepping Sask-boy, she found herself relocated to his home province with their energetic ‘pandemic pup’, Nala. With her HBA PoliSci and experience in law, Deanna brings a unique approach to research and analytical thinking to the SARM Policy and Research team.
Christine grew up on the family farm just south of Regina. She has over 10 years of administration experience in rural municipal government, which lends well to her role in assisting the Policy and Research team with administering SARM's advocacy efforts. Christine enjoys spending time at the lake in the summer and attending many of her children’s sporting events.
A consummate networker, Jared prides himself on building relationships. He is the CEO and Creative Director of MCQUEEN Creative, a marketing, design and communications firm focused on results driven solutions for organizations ranging from start-ups to Fortune 500. He is thrilled to be lending his leadership to the Strategic Engagement & Communications team at SARM.
Adam hails from Ontario and has grown a real appreciation of all things rural Saskatchewan. He is the first person to lend a helping hand. When he's not lending his organizational skills to the SARM team, he enjoys travelling with friends and family.
Corette's creative bone and knack for writing and design is well suited for all of SARM's branded communication needs. Her enthusiasm for creating collateral for SARM is contagious, as is her laugh- you should hear her giggle. She has a special love for her grand-daughter Haislee and her cat Purdee, and loves to read, draw, and spend as much time as possible outside enjoying the prairies.
Colin was raised in Assiniboia and is proud of his rural roots. He leads our Risk Management area, encompassing both the Legal and Benefits/Insurance teams and directly managing the day-to-day operations of our Liability Self-Insurance Plan. When not at work, he enjoys spending time with his family fishing, camping, and enjoying the outdoors.
Adryan was raised, and currently resides, in Balgonie so he has an understanding of rural living, which will benefit the SARM membership. Outside of work, Adryan enjoys staying active through indoor and beach volleyball, walking his dog Fiona, and getting out on his snowmobile.
Managing competing priorities is second-nature to Teresa in her role at SARM. Teresa supports SARM's team of lawyers and is responsible for the administration of the Legal Department. Born and raised in Regina, Teresa has been with SARM since 2000 when the legal department was first introduced.
Born and raised in Swift Current, Dustin has approximately 20 years in the non-profit and post-secondary sectors. In his current role, Dustin oversees the continuous improvement of SARM’s programs and supports the staff who administer them. He loves reading a wide variety of fiction and non-fiction, SK craft beer, the music of Johnny Cash, and spending time with his two children, his spouse (Jolene), and their cat.
Gaylene is a team player, whether she is at home with her 4 kids, volunteering in her community, or working at SARM. She is sociable and finds fun in all the little things. When she is not chaperoning kids to activities, she is with her family spending time at their cabin enjoying time in the sun.
Christina provides administration support to SARM’s Programs team. Her favourite part of her job is being able to work within a variety of different program areas and loves helping out whenever needed. She grew up on a farm near Storthoaks, SK, and graduated from the U of R with a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Environmental Geoscience. She enjoys travelling, playing hockey, collecting crystals, and Hillberg & Berk sparkle balls in her spare time.
As a registered professional planner providing community planning assistance to SARM members, Jennifer is cool as a cucumber, she's so level headed. She always makes time to chat. Jen enjoys being active outdoors, whether it’s with skates, cleats, or a board on her feet or a club, racket, or paddle in her hand.
Breanna comes from BC and is a huge asset to the finance team. She is exceptionally organized and likes to streamline processes. Our taste buds have told us that she is an expert baker but our waistlines are thankful she only treats us to her baking every once in a while.
Candace has 15 years experience in office administration and accounts payables and receivables which lends well to her role in supporting SARM’s Finance department. She is a mom of 3 boys and enjoys camping, golfing, and spending time with family and friends. Candace is also a huge Riders fan and loves music.
Olivia was born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan. She is a reliable and efficient worker and is the first point of contact for those calling, visiting, or e-mailing the SARM Office. Outside of work and school, Olivia loves makeup, hair, fashion, tanning and being outdoors in the hot summer sun, cleaning and organizing, and spending time with her family and guinea pig Yukon.
