D. Campbell Fraser
President
Campbell is a Certified Professional Accountant who also holds certifications in Canadian Securities Trading and as a Financial Analyst. Campbell attended Queen’s University and completed his MBA at York University. Campbell has worked at several large conglomerates, primarily in the insurance sector, throughout his 28-year career, all in senior management and C-suite roles.
Katie Mills
Vice President
For over 35 years, Katie has offered senior executive and financial leadership, strategic and innovative operational guidance and oversight, and corporate governance expertise to companies in Canada, the USA, and Germany. She is a seasoned CFO with broad international and domestic industry experience, including renewable energy, technology, manufacturing and distribution, financial services, and not-for-profits. Katie is an experienced CFO by training and academic background. She founded her consulting practice 14 years ago, providing fractional consulting services on a fractional basis to SMEs and mid-cap organizations needing CFO expertise, the primary purpose of helping companies to achieve the next level of sustainable growth, stable profits, and strong cash management. Katie obtained her Certified Public Accounting designation in Oregon, USA, and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in English and Math from the University of Western Ontario, as well as a postgraduate degree in Accounting and Finance from Wilfrid Laurier University.
Gaurav Bansal
Treasurer
Gaurav is a Certified Professional Accountant currently working with Ontario Health as a Manager of Funding Allocation. Previously, Gaurav worked at TAO Asset Management as a Compliance and Audit Specialist, with CIBC Mellon, with the Sensus Partnership of Chartered Accountants, and at Bennett Gold LLP. Gaurav also has extensive volunteer experience with organizations such as Second Harvest, Ascend Canada, and the Toronto South CPA Association. He has received the Outstanding Achievement Award from Second Harvest and the MVP Award from Ascend Canada. Gaurav will apply his volunteer and fund development experience to assist ASP in our endeavours and will contribute his professional expertise directly to the Audit and Investment Committee of the Board.
Lisa Melo
Secretary
Lisa held several executive and progressively senior leadership roles at RBC, including retail sales, sales leadership, sales operations, National Office, and Global HR roles.
As a thought leader in transitioning to a skills-based organization, Lisa regularly participated as an industry speaker and panellist at forums, including the World Economic Forum, contemplating and acting on the future of work.
In her role as VP Reimagine HR, Lisa provided leadership, oversight, and execution of the Reimagine HR program, which included implementing modern HR technology (Workday) and developing business and people processes.
Lisa held several global HR VP roles, including VP Human Resources, Functions; VP Human Resources Investor & Treasury Services; Head of HR RBC Insurance; and Head of HR Personal & Commercial Banking Sales, where she offered expert and strategic HR advice and counsel to senior leaders across the globe. An advocate for continuous education, Lisa earned her Master of Business Administration from Dalhousie University in 2001.
Craig Harrison
Director
Craig Harrison is a business and operations executive with more than 25 years of leadership experience in investment management, strategic planning, business development, and organizational growth. He has extensive experience working with institutional investors, boards, and committees, helping organizations improve governance, operational effectiveness, and long-term decision-making. Craig holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree and has completed several industry designations through the Canadian Securities Institute. He is actively involved in community initiatives and has previously served in leadership and board roles within professional industry associations.
Jacqueline Smeaton (Jacquie)
Director
Jacquie is a retired science educator and department head whose career with the Peel District School Board spanned from 1989 to 2017.
Holding a Master of Science and an Honours Specialist in Chemistry, she taught at three secondary schools and led science departments at Erindale and Port Credit. Jacquie played a key role in developing Peel’s SciTech Regional Program, promoted innovative curriculum practices, and mentored colleagues through leadership and professional development.
As a dedicated contributor to school life, she sponsored student clubs, served on various committees, and supported extracurricular initiatives. Her legacy reflects excellence in teaching, curriculum innovation, and community engagement.
Jeff Killip
Director
Jeff Killip currently holds the role of Senior Vice President, Commercial Mortgage Group at The Toronto-Dominion Bank ("TD"). In this role, Jeff has oversight and responsibility for TD's Canadian term real estate lending business, including business development, credit management, and funding & administration. With a proven ability to execute, and a depth of experience in structuring complex real estate financings, Jeff is a trusted advisor to some of the largest and most sophisticated Canadian commercial real estate owners.
Jeff holds a Bachelor of Commerce from McMaster University and is a CFA Charterholder.
Dr. Kristina Kokorelias
Director
Kristina received her Ph D. from the Rehabilitation Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medicine, The University of Toronto, specializing in Aging. She holds a Master's and Bachelor’s in Aging and Dementia Studies. Additionally, Kristina received a College Diploma in Not-for-Profit Business Leadership and Management for her work in the field. Kristina currently works as an Associate Professor for the Social Work Department and the Faculty of Medicine at U of T, as well as an Associate Scientist at Sinai Health, as a Senior Academic Program Coordinator at UHN and as an Associate Fellow at the National Institute of Aging. Kristina has enjoyed volunteering at a great number of charities over the years, and currently with the City of Toronto in both Police Services and their Seniors Strategy.
Dr. Olivia Boukydis
Director
Olivia is an accomplished academic and registered social worker with over a decade of experience in social services and post-secondary education. She holds a PhD in Education and Social Justice from Lancaster University (UK), a Master’s in Social Work from the University of New England (USA), and undergraduate credentials in Family and Community Social Services from the University of Guelph and Seneca College.
Olivia currently serves as Program Chair of the Social Services and Well-being Studies program at the University of Guelph-Humber, where she demonstrates a strong commitment to equity, education, and community development. She is a member of the Ontario College of Social Workers and the Ontario Association of Social Workers.
Sandy Ueno
Director
Sandy has dedicated her career to the seniors’ housing sector, serving in senior leadership roles in operations, sales and marketing, with some of Canada’s leading retirement living organizations. Throughout her career, she has worked alongside exceptional teams committed to enhancing the lives of older adults and supporting their families. A passionate advocate for healthy aging and person-centred care, Sandy brings both professional expertise and lived leadership experience to her role on the Board of Directors of the Alzheimer Society Peel. Outside of her professional career, Sandy has been an active volunteer with numerous community organizations and currently supports the Humane Society of Oakville Milton Halton. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from McMaster University and a Master of Arts in Gerontology from the University of Waterloo.
Tauseef Riaz
Director
Tauseef is the co-founder and CEO of ConsidraCare, a home care platform operating in Canada and abroad, and a director at Mashkraft, a software development studio. He previously held CXO and leadership roles with technology groups including R-Labs, Ooredoo Group, wi-tribe, Bell Canada and Hydro One Telecom, and served as an Industrial Technology Advisor with the National Research Council's Industrial Research Assistance Program. He also sits on the board of the Spark Centre, chairing its Audit and Risk Committee. He is an electrical engineer by training, holds an MBA from the Ivey Business School and is a CFA Charterholder. He is passionate about technology and senior care, and about the role each can play in helping people age with dignity at home.
Zaahirah Atchia
Director
Zaahirah Atchia is a business development and economic diplomacy strategist specializing in institutional partnerships and market development between Canada, Africa, and the Indian Ocean region.
As Founder of Atchia Strategic Advisory, she advises public and private sector organizations on growth strategy, business development, and government relations. She also serves as Special Advisor, Business Development and Francophone Engagement, to the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce, where she led the strategic development of the inaugural Canada-Senegal Economic Forum, drafted the memorandum of understanding between the Chamber and the Embassy of the Republic of Senegal, and contributes to initiatives supported by Global Affairs Canada.
Previously, she became the first person from a diverse background to lead CBC/Radio-Canada's French Services in Ontario, providing strategic leadership for the Ontario network while overseeing the organization's national Equity, Diversity and Inclusion mandate for Regional Media. She is also known for spearheading successful turnarounds in the Canadian francophone broadcasting industry.
Originally from Mauritius and fluent in English and French, Zaahirah Atchia serves as Vice-President, Business Development, of Canada Mauritius Trade and Investment Venture and is also a member of the Advisory Council of the Canada Morocco Economic Chamber.