Joanna King
MBA, G. Dipl. SR&S
An experienced communicator, stakeholder engager, and strategic planner, Joanna’s career has spanned some 20 years with roles in communications, program management, and planning and performance for not-for-profits and the healthcare sector. She is a seasoned communicator with strong interpersonal skills and an affinity for building relationships through her authentic and inclusive approach with others.
Joanna is passionate about social responsibility and environmental sustainability and achieved her Graduate Diploma in Social Responsibility and Sustainability from the University of Toronto's St. Michael's College in November 2022. A lifelong learner, Joanna also holds an MBA in Innovation from the University of Fredericton, a BA in International Development Studies from Dalhousie University, a Graduate Certificate in Public Relations from Humber College, and the Four Seasons of Reconciliation course from First Nations University of Canada. She has also completed LEADS in a Caring Environment and Just Culture training.
Keith Parsons
MSW, RSW
A registered social worker for nearly 30 years, Keith is an experienced leader, facilitator, clinician and strategic planner. Keith’s personal values align with his professional values, which are deeply entrenched in social fairness and justice, diversity and inclusion, client engagement and partnership, respect and privacy. Keith has a great passion for organizational and program planning, team building, evaluation and quality improvement. He considers himself a lifelong learner who embraces change and challenge.
While working as a leader in healthcare, Keith has a Master’s Degree in Social Work, sits on the Board of Directors for the Newfoundland and Labrador College of Social Workers and is a professional surveyor for Accreditation Canada. He has amassed numerous diplomas and certificates relating to leadership but attributes his career success to continued emphasis on work-life balance where his family remains his utmost responsibility. Keith is a methodical planner who leads with energy and enthusiasm.