From small business start-ups to growing your established business in Saskatchewan, our Board of Directors uses their experience, network, and resources to inspire you – regardless of where you are in your business journey.
Jacqueline Almeida is a dynamic leadership educator and coach in Saskatoon, SK. She is the owner of Alpha + Omega Strategies and works with entrepreneurs and organizations to develop and strengthen their leadership capacity. Although born and raised in New York City, Jacqueline has spent the last 27 years living in the beautiful prairies of Saskatchewan. Through her own story of struggle, resilience and triumph – Jacqueline has an unwavering belief that one must know and own their vision to find greater purpose and embark on their journey courageously. To her, that is what leadership is all about. You trailblaze, set the course, make it easier for others to follow along and create the environment for people to move towards a place where they will be better. Jacqueline holds a Master of Arts in Leadership and Management and draws much from her 25-year experience as a Consultant, Educator, and Coach.
Shaunna is a Chartered Professional Accountant with over 16 years of experience. She is currently a Partner of Assurance with Ernst & Young, LLP, and her experience is diverse, ranging from working with large, multi-national publicly listed companies to small business and not-for-profits in a wide variety of industries. During the span of her career in Assurance, Consulting, and Tax, Shaunna has led teams on a wide range of projects including External Audit and SOX Compliance, Financial Reporting Assistance & Accounting Analysis, Internal Audit & Control Optimization, and Process Improvement & Technology Transformation. Shaunna is the co-lead of EY Saskatchewan’s Women’s Professional Network and she is past Director of DTNYXE. Outside of the office, Shaunna is a wife and proud parent to two young boys, enjoys travelling, spending time with family and unwinding at the lake.
Angela grew up on a family farm in rural Saskatchewan. She has been practicing law for more than two decades and now owns and operates the Gates Law firm in Regina. She focuses on providing legal services to small businesses, as well as helping people with their wills, estate administration, real estate and collaborative family law. She is known for going above and beyond to deliver exceptional service to her clients, while empowering people with knowledge. Angela has 3 busy kids and when she is not assisting clients, she can often be found at a sporting event with her kids. Angela’s career path has been a windy road of twists and turns and she is passionate about empowering other women to pave their own career path to entrepreneurship.
Erin Kinder is the founder and owner of Kinder Surprises Antiques, an award-winning rural destination near Davidson, Saskatchewan. What started as one old barn full of treasures has grown into a lively antique village that draws visitors from across Western Canada.
Now in its 11th year, Kinder Surprises Antiques is proudly 100% women-owned and operated — built on creativity, determination, and a deep love of community.
Erin is passionate about supporting women entrepreneurs and showing what’s possible when rural women lead with vision and heart. She combines storytelling, social media, and down-to-earth strategy to grow her business in practical, authentic ways.
When she’s not knee-deep in antiques, you’ll likely find Erin helping on her and her husband’s mixed cattle and grain farm, volunteering at one of her three teenagers’ activities, or catching up with friends over coffee, weights, or something creative they want to attempt.
A lifelong learner who loves to travel, meet new people, and keep discovering, Erin spent nearly a decade living overseas before returning home — convinced there’s no better place to build a business and raise a family than right here in Saskatchewan.
