National staff

ceo@fmi.ca

During his tenure as Comptroller General, Mr. Huppé was responsible for government-wide direction and leadership for financial management, internal audit, federal assets and acquired services (project management). He also led the Financial Management Transformation initiative within the Government of Canada. 

Mr. Huppé entered the public service in 1992, when he joined Global Affairs Canada, where he held various positions within the Financial Services Division. Prior to being appointed Comptroller General, he occupied the role of Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Commissioner, Finance and Administration Branch at the Canada Revenue Agency. He has also been the Chief Financial Officer at Fisheries and Oceans Canada, where he ensured sound financial management and provided leadership on all corporate planning, risk management and evaluation functions. 

Mr. Huppé holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from the Université du Québec and a master’s in public administration from l’École nationale d’administration publique de Gatineau. He is also a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA). He also has the designation of “membre d’honneur (Fellow) de l’Ordre des comptables professionnels agréés du Québec,” which is an honour awarded to CPAs who bring distinction to the accounting profession and serve as role models to others through their outstanding career achievements and contributions to the community.

terry.horsman@fmi.ca

A seasoned sales executive with almost 25 years in the event management industry, Terry brings deep expertise and a collaborative leadership style to his role as Senior Director. He is focused on driving innovative programs and strategic partnerships that deliver meaningful value. Terry leads the Sales, Marketing, and Program teams, aligning efforts across disciplines to deliver impactful, high-quality educational experiences for the FMI community across the country.

brigitte.svarich@fmi.ca

Brigitte is an experienced and well rounded not for profit professional with nearly two decades of experience. She has extensive experience in strategic development, project/program management, organizational planning, stakeholder relations, communications, and human resources. Brigitte is responsible for financial management, administration, along with Board and Committee support at fmi*igf National Office.

gosia.skrobutan@fmi.ca

Gosia is a dedicated and experienced event and project management professional with a strong passion for continuous learning and professional growth. 

As Senior Manager, Event Operations, she is responsible for the planning, delivery, and ongoing enhancement of FMI’s event operations, systems, and operational infrastructure. She oversees event-related platforms and tools, including CRM and registration systems, and leads a team responsible for event operations, registration, and CRM management to ensure efficient, high-quality event delivery. 

mariana.veloso@fmi.ca

Mariana Veloso is a marketer with over ten years of experience working for different industries, including advertising agencies and IT. At fmi*igf, Mariana is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating marketing and brand strategies – including social media, advertising campaigns, and brand management.

kiran.boga@fmi.ca

Kiran comes to fmi*igf with an extensive history with CRM’s and IT and is an integral part of the Operations process with the rest of the team. He primarily manages the intricacies of the CRM to ensure a smooth process for our Membership.

chelsie.vuor@fmi.ca

Chelsie is an experienced operations professional who brings structure, clarity, and follow-through to organizational initiatives. She works closely with leadership to ensure plans are translated into action, systems remain efficient, and cross-functional projects move forward smoothly. With a reputation for strong organizational judgment, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities, Chelsie helps sustain the operational backbone of FMI while supporting the success of national programs and events.

gozde.gokkadar@fmi.ca

Gozde is a dedicated professional with deep expertise in educational programming, stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Drawing on her prior roles as National Program Coordinator and, earlier, Chapter Event Coordinator, Gozde honed her expertise in program management, team coordination, and delivering impactful member-focused initiatives, bringing exceptional insight and proven execution to her current position.

She plays a pivotal role in designing and delivering FMI’s national learning initiatives, collaborating closely with program planning committees, marketing, and business development teams to ensure content is strategically aligned with organizational goals and delivers maximum impact.

Organized, proactive, and solutions-focused, she excels at turning complex projects into seamless, high-performing programs in fast-paced, high-energy environments.

dave.tubbe@fmi.ca

Dave comes from the Audio Visual, Meeting, and Event Industry with 25+ years experience. Dave is a Virtual Event Specialist and his skills include management and production of conferences and tradeshows, along with outstanding customer service skills. Dave provides operational expertise and sales support for National events and will work closely with Chapters providing support for their individual events.

thera.pritchard@fmi.ca

Thera brings over 20 years of customer service, administrative and financial experience. She has worked primarily in the non-profit sector, most recently in the audit sector. She has experience in finance, sales support, communications and marketing, as well as database management. Thera provides registration support for events such as PDWeek.

sarah.koulamallah@fmi.ca

Sarah is a dedicated professional with over 10 years of experience in administrative support, customer relations, finance, and organizational operations. Known for her reliability, compassion, and strong interpersonal skills, she brings a positive attitude and a detail-oriented approach to her role at FMI. Her experience spans both corporate and community-based settings, where she has demonstrated adaptability, and a passion for helping others.

Su is a highly experienced hospitality professional with over 16 years of experience across hotel operations, customer service, and coordination. With a background spanning reception, supervisory, and senior management roles, Su has supported daily operations while ensuring exceptional service delivery. She has worked closely with events, revenue, marketing, and senior leadership teams, coordinating across departments and managing multiple priorities in fast-paced environments. Known for a highly organised, detail-focused, and collaborative approach, Su has taken a hands-on role in operational delivery and revenue growth, including contributing to the development of a patented, revenue-generating products.