Board & Staff
Our Team
Carol Humphries
Board Chair – Alberta
Through a career filled with teaching and learning, Carol has worked with all ages of learners from the littlest learners through adults and in both public and private organizations.
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Recently retired, Carol is delighted to be a volunteer with the Canadian Learning Trust Board of Directors where intelligent and creative people champion lifelong learning across Canada.
Micah Humphries
Administrative Coordinator – Alberta
Micah is a dedicated lifelong learner and a key force behind The Canadian Learning Trust. Her commitment to continuous growth is matched by her passion for supporting others on their educational paths.
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As the primary point of contact for the organization, she ensures a professional, responsive, and welcoming experience for all learners.
Ryan Baker
Communications & Strategic partnerships lead
Ryan Baker is a St. Albert-based entrepreneur, geoscientist, and parent dedicated to expanding access to hands-on STEAM education.
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As the owner of IDEA Lab Kids St. Albert, he brings business insight, industry experience, and a passion for lifelong learning to The Canadian Learning Trust.
Ryan Baker is a St. Albert-based entrepreneur, parent, and advocate for lifelong learning. He’s passionate about supporting programs that inspire curiosity and support learners of all ages.
Lee Royko
secretary – Quebec
Lee brings a wealth of expertise in business development, marketing, and information technology, honed through management roles at Northern Telecom, Bell Canada, and Bell Nexxia.
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His dedication to community engagement is demonstrated by his service on several non-profit boards and as a regional reviewer for the Canadian Volunteer Awards (CVA), which honor the efforts of volunteers, organizations and businesses in fostering community development.
As a former business owner and principal of MarkNat Business Consulting, Lee leveraged his entrepreneurial acumen in management consulting. His commitment to public service is exemplified by his tenure as a City Councillor for Ville de Léry where he chaired the Municipal Planning Advisory Committee (Comité Consultatif d’Urbanisme) and represented the city on the Transport Committee.
A founding member of Quebec’s first CARP chapter, Lee actively promotes opportunities for individuals aged 45 and older to take on leadership positions, volunteer, and drive community improvement. His passion for entrepreneurship and volunteerism led to a nationally broadcast appearance on a Business News Network panel, where he shared insights on these topics.
Currently, Lee serves as the executive board secretary of CEDEC (Community
Economic Development and Employability Corporation). Through CEDEC’s Mature Workers Initiative, he champions the inclusion of experienced individuals in leadership and decision-making roles, encouraging them to contribute their time, expertise, and knowledge to strengthen communities.
Anita Huang Teshima
director – Ontario
Anita Huang Teshima is an award-winning digital transformation and organizational change leader dedicated to using technology and digital skills for social impact.
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As a trusted advisor, thought leader, mentor, and coach, Anita combines business acumen, servant leadership, and agile principles to guide strategic and technical portfolios across private, public, and nonprofit sectors. A lifelong learner who values diverse perspectives, Anita continually pursues new knowledge and skills to expand her expertise, inspire growth, and deliver innovative, inclusive, and impactful results with her clients. Beyond providing digital transformation consulting and advisory services, Anita serves on the Board of Directors for Lifelong Learning Canada, and mentors and coaches emerging leaders through NTEN, the Nonprofit Technology Enterprise Network.
Ravi Thavanayagapathy
director – Ontario
Ravi has a deep passion for the L&D space, especially figuring out how to be innovative with eLearning technology to enhance or customize user experiences or figuring out a workaround solution that creates the ideal learner journey.
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When Ravi is not figuring out how to be innovative or problem-solving eLearning malfunctions, he enjoys exploring the city, being fully immersed in nature conservations, attending live theatre, trying out the newest vegan restaurants, or going to his monthly paranormal social group to socialize and ponder on everyone’s rival hypotheses.
Joe Metri
director – Ontario
Joe is an accomplished IT executive with extensive experience leading Information Technology strategy and operations for publicly traded, private, and non-profit organizations with multinational reach.
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With a rich transnational background, Joe has successfully navigated diverse sectors, including healthcare and manufacturing, demonstrating his adaptability and strategic vision.
A passionate leader and data visualization enthusiast, Joe specializes in driving transformational initiatives that foster innovation and efficiency. His expertise lies in aligning technology with organizational goals, delivering impactful solutions that propel businesses forward.
Wassim Ismail
director – New Brunswick
Wassim is a bilingual Business Development and Strategic Operations Leader with over 10 years of experience across insurance, financial services, automotive, and risk management.
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His career is built on a foundation of driving business growth, optimizing financial operations, and building strong client relationships through innovative sales strategies, insurance & risk management, and market expansion.
Richard Deklerk
vice chair – Ontario
Richard is a proven university educator and corporate finance guru with broad experience.
Specialties: Proven professor background. Senior Finance and Controllership issues.
Bruce Richet, P.Eng.
treasurer – Saskatchewan
UofS Graduate in Civil Engineering with 40 years of progressively senior roles with three international Consulting Engineering firms.
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A community minded leader involved with several non-profit organizations and programs (including elected offices of Town Councilor/ Mayor and USask Senator) and avid supporter of mentorship and lifelong learning.