Meet Our Board Of Directors
Don Budgen
Chair
Donald brings 35 years of hospitality experience, having worked with both major chains and independent entrepreneurs. His background spans food service, entrepreneurship, property management at the Prince of Wales Hotel, consulting with Community Futures in Pincher Creek, and serving as VP of Operations for Perkins Canada. He’s also run a private consulting business and contributed to projects in provincial and federal parks, focusing on community prosperity and quality of life.
A resident of the community for over 20 years, Donald has actively served on local and regional boards, including chairing the Culture and Recreation Board and the Alberta Southwest Regional Alliance marketing committee. He now looks forward to serving Community Futures.
Fred Bradley
Vice Chair
Fred served as MLA for Pincher Creek–Crowsnest from 1975 to 1993, holding roles such as Minister of Environment, Chair of the Alberta Research Council, and Alberta’s representative on the Syncrude Canada Board. After politics, he worked as an international democracy and governance consultant and pursued private business interests. He recently chaired the Alberta Historical Resources Foundation, served on the Premier’s Council on Culture, and was a member of the University of Lethbridge Senate.
Fred has contributed to many heritage and community organizations, including the Crowsnest Historical Society, Heritage Initiative, Doors Open Festival, Hillcrest Mine Disaster Memorial, and Community Futures Crowsnest Pass. He also runs Rocking Crow Apiary, producing Alpine Wildflower Honey.
Jolienne Halisky
Secretary-Treasurer
Jolienne is a seasoned financial executive with over 15 years of experience as a Controller and Director across diverse industries. She has led strategic initiatives and change management in large publicly traded companies, with expertise in board reporting, team building, and financial leadership.
Her industry experience spans Public Practice, Construction, Real Estate, Manufacturing, Hospitality, Oil and Gas, Government, and Not-for-Profit Sectors. Jolienne is also a dedicated community volunteer, having supported organizations such as the Regional Victim-Serving Society, Kaleo Collective, Cherished Women, Habitat for Humanity, New Life Nicaragua, the Canadian Women’s Foundation, and Bea Fisher Enterprises Inc.
Dawn Rigby
Director
Dawn is a Journeyman Cook who has worked as a trained chef for over 30 years. She was an instructor at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology for three years and has operated Country Encounters, a catering and accommodation business, for 25 years.
Dawn served on the Board of Directors of the Crowsnest Pass Chamber of Commerce, the last five of which were Treasurer, three years as President of the Alberta Bed & Breakfast Association and two years on the Crowsnest Historical Society Board of Directors. She sits on the board and is Treasurer of the South Canadian Rockies Tourism Association (SCR).
Valerie Saje
Director
Valerie is a retired lawyer with over 30 years of experience advising small, medium and large businesses in various industries. She has lived and worked in Crowsnest Pass for more than 15 years. Valerie has been active in the community by serving on the Municipality's Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee, the Board of Directors of the Crowsnest Pass Historical Society and the Crowsnest Pass Food Bank. She also volunteers at many running and cycling events in the Crowsnest Pass during summers.
Dean Ward
Director
Dean is currently starting his fifth term as councillor for the Municipality of Crowsnest Pass. He has been on the Municipal Planning Commission for Crowsnest Pass for ten years. Presently, he is the Crowsnest Pass/Pincher Creek Landfill board chairman. He holds a particular interest in diversifying and encouraging the promotion of the Crowsnest Pass to a positive economic future.
Jackie Woodman
Director
Jackie has over 20 years of professional and volunteer experience in Crowsnest Pass. She has served as an elected municipal councillor and managed small businesses. Her work includes event management for the Crowsnest Pass Lifestyle & Outdoor Adventure Show through the Chamber of Commerce, and she currently oversees human resources at Northback.
Jackie has volunteered with several community boards, including the Sole Survivor Trail Race, Crowsnest Pass Skating Club, Cross Country Ski Association (as treasurer), and Horace Allen School Council (as chair). She also contributes as a volunteer coach.
Want to Give Back to the Community and Share Your Expertise?
If you are interested in joining our board or know of someone who might be, please review our Board Recruitment Package, and download the Application form and return it to us at info@albertacf.com.
The Community Futures Crowsnest Pass team is powered by its Board of Directors. Our board members care about the community and understand the challenges of owning a business. Meet our Board of Directors:
