Staff Directory
The CBABC Branch is here to serve more than 7,600 members around the province.
We invite members and non-members to contact us with any questions or feedback at cba@cbabc.org.
CBABC is located on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish and Musqueam First Nations. We encourage our members to explore the rich history and knowledge of Indigenous people, and to continue learning about their experience in Canada, past and present.
Executive Office
Our Executive Office provides governance support and administrative services to the President, Board of Directors, Provincial Council and Committees.
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Kerry L. Simmons, KC
CEO/Executive Director
604.687.3404 x320 | 1.888.687.3404 x320
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Andrew Smith
Senior Executive Coordinator
604.646.7851 | 1.888.687.3404 x305
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Advocacy & Policy
The Advocacy & Policy team supports member-driven law and policy reform initiatives and advocacy to government and other legal stakeholders.
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Kerry L. Simmons, KC
CEO/Executive Director
604.687.3404 x320 | 1.888.687.3404 x320
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Jess Furney
Manager, Policy & Advocacy
604.283.1075 | 1.888.687.3404 x354
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Yasmeen Jaafar
Policy Advisor
604.688.2051 | 1.888.687.3404 x312
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Andrew Smith
Senior Executive Coordinator
604.646.7851 | 1.888.687.3404 x305
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Membership & Programs
Our Membership & Programs team respond to member requests and provide valuable resources and programming initiatives. They manage several exclusive Member Programs, including MemberPerks, Practice Coaches, Robe Bank, and more.
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Carolyn Lefebvre
Senior Director, Membership, Engagement & Strategy
604.646.7850 | 1.888.687.3404 x304
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Robin Larsen
Manager, Membership Outreach
604.638.1902 | 1.888.687.3404 x341
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Alexis Zornio
Manager, Member Programs
778.321.3404 | 1.888.687.3404 x362
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Addison Lai
Membership & Database Assistant
604.687.3411 | 1.888.687.3404 x310
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Communications & Marketing
The Communications & Marketing team is responsible for everything related to corporate communications, marketing, media relations, sponsorship and advertising, brand management, publications, digital content and website development.
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Carolyn Lefebvre
Senior Director, Membership,
Engagement & Strategy
604.646.7850 | 1.888.687.3404 x304
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Jo Brayshaw
Manager, Marketing & Communications
604.638.1907 | 1.888.687.3404 x359
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Maureen Cameron
Manager, Sponsorship & Advertising
604.283.1073 | 1.888.687.3404 x323
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Laura Chapman
Communications & Media Coordinator
604.687.5293 | 1.888.687.3404 x319
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Travis Dudfield
Graphic & Digital Designer
604.646.7861 | 1.888.687.3404 x317
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Michaela David
Digital Communications Coordinator
604.646.7857 | 1.888.687.3404 x321
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Finance
Our Finance team provides financial services from volunteer expense reimbursement to budget preparation and everything in between in support of CBABC’s activities and staff.
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Ping Li Chen
Director, Finance & Administration
604.646.7860 | 1.888.687.3404 x308
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Juvy Self
Senior Finance & Administration Specialist
604.646.7852 | 1.888.687.3404 x307
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Jenny Banaga
Finance & Administration Assistant
604.646.7863 | 1.888.687.3404 x314
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Sections
The Sections staff delivers services and programs to over 60 Sections that offer professional development on substantive areas of law, and create networking and advocacy opportunities to support member engagement.
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Valerie Le Blanc
Director of Professional Development
604.646.7865 | 1.888.687.3404 x330
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Sianne Petrisor
Manager, Sections
604.646.7854 | 1.888.687.3404 x313
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Heidi Nelson
Member Services Assistant
604.638.1920 | 1.888.687.3404 x343
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Meaghan Willis
Sections Advisor
604.646.7855 | 1.888.687.3404 x306
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Emily Yamaguchi
Sections Advisor
604.646.7862 | 1.888.687.3404 x316
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Professional Development & Events
The Professional Development & Events staff works with volunteers and stakeholders to develop a wide array of CPD-accredited and social programs, including in-person and virtual webinars, conferences, awards receptions, and more.
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Valerie Le Blanc
Director of Professional Development
604.646.7865 | 1.888.687.3404 x330
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Sanjit Purewal
Manager, Professional Development
604.646.7866 | 1.888.687.3404 x329
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Heather Paton
Member Services Assistant
604.646.7858 | 1.888.687.3404 x309
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Arianne Moran
Manager, Events
604.646.7867 | 1.888.687.3404 x351
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Knowledge & Information Systems
Our Knowledge & Information Systems staff supports the Branch with data analysis and technology services and maintains our database of member information.
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Judy Yen
Associate Director, Member & Business Intelligence
604.646.7859 | 1.888.687.3404 x325
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Addison Lai
Membership & Database Assistant
604.687.3411 | 1.888.687.3404 x310
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