Meet the Team

• Built a high performing team.
• Led the Foundation through a successful $5M campaign for a new Interventional Radiology Suite.
• Transformed donor recognition at the Whitby and Oshawa hospitals with five new unique donor walls.
• Launched a number of new initiatives including: Circle of Gratitude, 1907 Society, Launchpad young leaders committee, and much more.

Bringing a wealth of financial knowledge and leadership savvy to the Lakeridge Health Foundation, Stephen spearheads the team’s finances, accounting, and senior management, including engagement with our Board of Directors. Stephen is both a local resident and engaged community member, leading to his strong belief that public health care needs to be supported to help keep our Durham Region healthy, and strong. A true asset to our team, as both a fully certified Chartered Professional Accountant, and as a leader, Stephen is committed to growing success for Lakeridge Health Foundation.

Personality Point: Stephen loves retro video games!

As a dedicated, long-time supporter and team member of Lakeridge Health Foundation, Carolyn leads the administrative operations of the Foundation, closely supporting our Board of Directors and Foundation Committees. With sharp strategic skills and a powerful penchant for precise prose, Carolyn’s dedication to our entire team’s success means a lot of positive impact on our local health care, including ensuring Lakeridge Health Foundation was the first charity in the Durham Region to receive Imagine Canada Accreditation in 2017.

Personality Point: Carolyn loves to travel and her life goal is to step foot onto every continent!

With extensive expertise in both Finance and Database Management, Jamie brings precision and personality to our Lakeridge Health Foundation team. As a fully certified BlackBaud Pro, Jamie’s key priorities include navigating both finances and leading our data management team. As someone who has received care from Lakeridge Health, Jamie feels it is important to keep our systems top-notch so Lakeridge Health Foundation can continue to support our Hospitals right here, close to home.

Personality Point: Jamie is a total exercise junkie!

As a research wizard, Jessica boasts a multitude of metric and data analysis skills, alongside her adept talents as a relationship strategist. For Jessica, working for Lakeridge Health Foundation makes her feel as though she is a big part of ensuring that our Durham Region has the very best health care possible.
In addition to her prowess as a researcher, Jessica is proud of her accomplishments alongside her team, which most recently include her role in bringing our new Donor Walls to life at our Oshawa and Whitby Hospitals. Outside of her role with Lakeridge Health Foundation, Jessica is also on the Board of Directors for the Association of Professional Researchers for Advancement Canada.

Personality Point: Jessica enjoys exploring off-the-beaten-path sites across Ontario!

Adrienne joined the Marketing & Communications team as Manager, Annual Giving in 2021. A dedicated, long-time fundraiser with a passion for enhancing local healthcare, Adrienne brings a decade of healthcare philanthropy experience to her new role where her focus is the annual giving portfolio including Grateful Patient and the Circle of Gratitude program, Direct mail, Monthly and Mid-Level giving. Born and raised in Bowmanville, Adrienne feels privileged to be working and living in Durham Region bringing her passion for building relationships and connecting with the community back home to help support the important work done at our Hospitals.

Personality Point: Adrienne is a sports mom and can usually be found at a hockey rink or baseball diamond.

A key leader in Lakeridge Health Foundation’s engagement with our community, Helen’s prowess for event management and community leadership drives Lakeridge Health Foundation forward, year after year. Well recognized in our Durham Region, Helen supports our many, dedicated third-party event supporters, and navigates logistics for the foundation’s successful signature events including our annual Gala and Golf Classic. Leading our volunteers and event committees, Helen’s flexibility and extensive event knowledge results in high engagement from our community and critical funds raised for our Oshawa and Whitby Hospitals.

Personality Point: Helen loves cheering on her favourite hockey team, the Toronto Maple Leafs, and singing karaoke!   

Pamela has worked in the charitable sector for over 15 years. She has had the privilege of working for organizations she feels passionate about including; The Salvation Army, Eva’s Initiatives for Homeless Youth, and the Alzheimer Society of York Region. She credits savvy mentors, and passionate donors for making her journey meaningful and inspiring. She has also been an avid community volunteer, who has served at the Warehouse Mission, 614 Regent Park, and Victim Services of Durham Region. Pamela is a new resident of Oshawa and was inspired to raise funds for local healthcare by her late father who was the chaplain at her hometown hospital for many years.

Personality point: Pamela enjoys a little wind therapy and rides a Ducati Scrambler Sixty2.