Board of Directors

Board Chair 
David R. McElhanney, P.Eng, MBA, ICD.D
Member since: April 2008
I believe in giving back to the communities we live in, something I learned at a young age from my mother. Many of us are blessed with skills and abilities that can be used to contribute to the well-being of others.

Colette Hyde, CPA, CGA
Vice-Chair 
Member since: June 2018
I have a grandchild who has muscular dystrophy and has lost the ability to walk. Accessible Housing, and the critical work they do for Calgarians with limited mobility, is naturally aligned with my passion and compassion to help others who face obstacles and challenges every day, just by doing tasks that most of us take for granted. I am honoured to be part of such a great organization.

Aron Balakrishnan, B.Mgmt, JD
Board Member 
Member since: September 2017
More coming soon!

Jhumur Choudry, MSc, CAIP
Board Member 
Member since: September 2021
I feel lucky that through my profession I also have a huge opportunity to give back to society. As a CX leader, I implement successful customer-centric strategies on a regular basis. In the process, I positively impact the life of Albertans to help them move closer to their aspirations -be it woman entrepreneurs approaching the bank for financing, the vulnerable unbanked customer trying to understand how to avail banking services or a small business struggling to maintain their operations during the COVID crisis. As my team works more on designing the ideal experience for customers, I have taken a keen interest in accessible design because the idea is to deliver design solutions and experiences that can stand up to any real-world challenges it might face.

Uche Ezetah 
Board Member 
Member since: June 2020
More coming soon!

Denise Froese, MA
Board Member
Member since: June 2018
As a mother of a child with mobility challenges, I believe that local organizations and community leaders must partner with the government in the delivery of accessible housing. I’m inspired by this organization’s efforts to create more than just bricks and mortar — they are creating inclusive communities.

Sara Lambert, P.Eng
Board Member
Member since: March 2018
More coming soon!

Clark Sevalrud
Board Member
Member since: June 2020
More coming soon!

Anita Warnick, B.Sc. (Pharm), ACPR
Board Member
Member since: June 2019
I believe in the right of every person to be able to live their life to the fullest no matter their hardships, disabilities or health issues.  Everyone needs a place to call home and it is a privilege for me to be a part of this valuable organization.

Tara Weber, MBA
Board Member
Member since: June 2018
Everyone needs a place to call home where they can be safe and comfortable. It’s only once that basic need is met that we can accomplish great things. I believe firmly in universal design, where all unnecessary barriers are removed and full access is simply part of the design, to enable equity and allow everyone to participate fully.