Board of Directors
At PMI-DHC, our Board of Directors is more than a leadership team; we are a community built on trust, authenticity, and a shared passion for our members and the work we do. We govern with integrity, keeping the chapter’s long-term success and member experience at the heart of our decisions.
Collaboration, along with being there for one another, fuels our work, and so does fun! We support each other, foster growth, embrace diverse perspectives, and create a space where everyone belongs. Together, with our dedicated volunteers, we cultivate an inclusive, dynamic, and thriving chapter, one that empowers project professionals to grow, connect, and make an impact.
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Mireille Landry, PMP®, MBA
As President, Mireille is responsible for leading the development and execution of the overall vision and strategy of the PMI-Durham Highlands Chapter and is jointly accountable with the Board for its oversight. Mireille, also known as “M,” is a dedicated leader with a deep-rooted passion for empowering individuals, teams, and organizations to achieve greatness. Drawing from her 30+ years of professional experience embracing HR, coaching, and project management, she leverages her skills to elevate others to their fullest potential. Since 2014, Mireille has been an active member of PMI-DHC, volunteering as a mentee/mentor and as the Mentorship Program Chair. In 2020, she joined the Board, taking on various roles leading the Membership and Business portfolios. In her current capacity, she takes pride in leading a dynamic team to spearhead impactful initiatives that drive growth and success for DHC members. She finds balance in reading, painting, dancing and cherishing moments with her loved ones and dogs at the lake. Her “live by” anchor: BELIEVE, uplifting quote “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them” – Walt Disney and inspiring book “The Dream” – Martin Luther King. [email protected]a |
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Shannon Bell, PMP®, RMP®
As Vice President of Administration and Governance, Shannon is the keeper, maintainer and provider of all things that support our Board’s ongoing activities. In this role she is a link between all portfolios as they work to deliver services to our members and provides direction on the chapter’s governance process and strategic initiatives by developing or improving operational best practices. Following a squiggly career path Shannon has 25 years experience in various roles in technology and project management across different sectors including Construction and IT. She is currently living out a dream building a strategic EPMO for 360Insights in Durham Region. Initially serving the Chapter as Membership Operations Chair, and then Director of Membership, Shannon shares her passion for how we can make participation at DHC a fun and enriching experience for all our members and continue to learn and grow together, meeting the needs of our local and global communities. Shannon spends her days evangelizing project management to anyone who will listen and encouraging others to learn how they can employ PM skills in the work they do everyday. She is passionate about developing meaningful relationships with clients and colleagues and has a genuine desire to foster excellence in others and lead by example while learning through challenges. [email protected] |
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Lori MacEachern, PMP®As VP of Finance, Lori is responsible for providing direction with respect to and in support of all financial activities required for the Chapter operations including developing and improving operational best practice for solid financial governance. Lori has 25 years experience in the financial industry and was an accidental PM who made it official when she earned her PMP in 2019. One of the benefits of being a PMP is the access to community and Lori joined the PMI-DHC Chapter as a volunteer, quickly moving into the Mentorship Chair and then Director, Professional Development. As Director of Professional Development, she was passionate about the Mentorship Program and fostering those relationships, as well as offering relevant and engaging professional development events. In the role of VP Finance, Lori is excited to further develop the structure, processes and procedures around “the books.” An avid reader, Lori enjoys Canadian mystery authors who have a series of books following their main character. She is part of the sandwich generation and enjoys spending time with her folks, her husband and teenage kiddo. [email protected]
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Mara Abolins, PMP® As Director of Volunteers for PMI-DHC, Mara is responsible for all PMI-DHC volunteers; recruiting based on roles required by the PMI-DHC Board, and addressing the overall needs of PMI-DHC volunteers which includes but is not limited to onboarding, engagement, and retention. PMI-DHC is powered by its volunteers! With over 20 years of experience, Mara brings a unique perspective on people and project management from her work across Retail, Government, and Education. As a certified PMP with advanced degrees from Carleton University, Centennial College, and York University, she’s a lifelong learner and proud self-proclaimed nerd. Since 2019, Mara has been a dedicated volunteer with PMI-DHC, serving as Director of Volunteers since 2021. Her introverted yet enthusiastic approach helps bring diverse groups together, making the volunteer experience both impactful and enjoyable. Outside work, Mara is navigating life’s changes while splitting her time between the GTA and her family farm in Prince Edward County, where she enjoys time with her German Shepherds. A former Black Belt in Goju-Ryu Karate and a Carnegie Hall performer, she lives by the motto “work smart, play always.” [email protected]
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Nico Federico, PMP®
As Director, Membership Care, Nico is responsible for addressing the needs of Chapter membership, including membership recruitment, retention, and associated value delivery in accordance with Chapter policies and bylaws. Nico brings a unique blend of project management expertise and community-focused leadership to this role. With 20+ years of experience spanning Finance, IT, and business transformation, he currently specializes in helping organizations navigate complex change while building engaged, high-performing teams. As an active PMI-DHC volunteer since September 2024, Nico has contributed through coaching of DHC team volunteers. These experiences have enriched his understanding of the chapter's operations and deepened his commitment to its mission. His approach combines analytical rigor with genuine care for people, making him well-suited to enhance the member experience. Nico is passionate about leveraging automation and innovation to reduce administrative burden while maintaining the personal touch that makes PMI-DHC special. He specializes in data-driven insights, process improvement, member engagement strategies, and creating scalable solutions, skills that will create meaningful value for PMI-DHC members. Outside of his professional work, Nico is actively building thought leadership in business transformation and remains committed to sustainability initiatives and growth-oriented communities. He believes in fostering authentic connections that inspire trust, inclusivity, and positive community impact. [email protected] |
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Bola Otaraki PMP®, MBA, PfMP®, ITIL®, CSM®, DASSM®
As Director, Member Events, Bola is responsible for the overall strategic planning, promotion, and logistics of Chapter member events that aim ultimately to foster chapter membership growth and retention, nurture the volunteer experience through engagement and deliver value to the project management community. Bola is a seasoned Professor, Speaker, Mentor, Coach, Trainer, Portfolio/Program/Project Manager, Management Consultant and Chemical Engineer with over 25 years’ experience directing successful, high-profile, high-risk, high-impact, multi-million-dollar global projects concurrently in multiple regions and continents for global organizations. Bola consistently impacts her community positively by volunteering and advocating for positive change. She is a June 2021 graduate of the prestigious Project Management Institute Leadership Institute Master Class (PMI LIMC) and a thought leader in Project Management and Leadership. Volunteering is a way of life for Bola and, in February 2023, she received the 2023 Toronto Police Awards Recognition for “Performance Above and Beyond; Exceeding the Expectations of our Community.” [email protected] |
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Heather Ricciuto, PMP®
Heather is a seasoned technology professional with over 35 years of experience. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated exceptional leadership skills, successfully managing complex projects and teams at IBM. Her expertise in cybersecurity and her dedication to her community have earned her recognition as a respected expert in her field. A certified Project Management Professional (PMP®), Heather has been an active member of the PMI Durham Highlands Chapter for over 20 years. Her commitment to the profession extends beyond the workplace; she passionately teaches part-time in the Project Management Program at Durham College, where she empowers others with her knowledge and experience. Heather's dedication to community service is evident in her volunteering efforts, and she actively contributes to various causes. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys gardening, supporting her daughter’s retail business, and cherishing time with her husband and their two dogs. [email protected] |
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Delroy Trowers, MBA, PMP®
As Director, Outreach, Delroy is responsible for development, oversight and management of PMI-DHC’s sponsorships, partnerships and external outreach. Delroy is a Project Manager/Marketer who holds an MBA from the Florida International University, a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Technology, Jamaica and a certificate in Project Management from the University of the West Indies, Mona. He has been a member of PMI since 2011 and has held his PMP designation since 2014. Delroy's project expertise includes development of an Alternative Distribution System for a multinational company; the launch of various new Fast Moving Consumers Goods Brands, the establishment of various new sales offices throughout the Caribbean, and the development of Strategic Plans for addressing sales volume and dealing with government Regulations for a Fast Moving Consumer Goods Multinational organization. As a member of the Kiwanis Club, Delroy was responsible for organizing various charity events. He is also an active volunteer within his Church community where he does outreach work including the feeding program to the less fortunate in our society. [email protected] |
