Board Members
Jaqui Brown, Carly Manuel, Sarah Lochhead, Ulana Fordham, Chrissy Baxter, Shelby Thoms, and Natasha O’Hara in “Penumbra” choreographed by Susan Kendal. (Photo by Max Lupo).
Meet the Board
SCD’s Board of Directors is comprised of dedicated supporters who bring a wealth of diverse experience, business knowledge, and an appreciation of dance to the table.
Our Board is representative of our community through a mix of perspectives as business owners, novice dancers, fans of dance, or professionally trained artists.
If you are interested in joining the Board please email theboard@simcoecontemporarydancers.com
Wendy Hutchinson
Board Chair and Secretary
Wendy is a founding Board member and was an adult dance student of Company founder, Sarah Lochhead. Wendy’s primary occupation as a Law Clerk comprises vast experience with and knowledge of legal information, resources, and governance, all of which combined with her organisational skills have been instrumental to SCD. Having lived in Barrie since she was a teenager, Wendy is also a ceramic artisan and brings a measure of historical context regarding the local arts community.
Roz Owen
General Board Member
With over 25 years of teaching experience in Simcoe County and a background in art and physical education in England, Roz has dedicated much of her career to education and the arts. She has previously served on the Board of Directors with South Simcoe Theatre, performed with Blackhorse Theatre, and volunteered for many years with the Barrie Film Festival. A graduate of Humber College’s Arts Administration program (1998), Roz continues to nurture her lifelong passion for the arts.
April Du
Treasurer
Derek Breedon
General Board Member
Derek is a local fan of dance who was introduced to SCD by a member of our artistic staff. Derek’s has a background in film and television. He first engaged with SCD outside of being an audience member as a videography volunteer. His engagement then grew to become a Board Member.