Andrea has been with JFJ since 2005. She first joined JFJ as one of our birth parent counsellors and, in 2017, became our Executive Director.  Andrea comes to her role with a wealth of knowledge and experience, both personal and professional.  She brings strong leadership skills that have helped JFJ in expanding the supports and services we offer to families.

Andrea is sincere, hardworking, and empathic.  She is not only there for the families we support but also for her team, guiding both the mission and adoption teams.   No matter what is happening, she will always make the time to listen, even if it means working a little late or starting her day early.

Andrea is committed to supporting and ensuring every family's needs are heard and leads her team in finding resources if we are not the right agency.  Andrea sees the importance of the little things and helps her team to see things with new perspectives.  Andrea may also be known for challenging her team! She wants to see them succeed and grow as professionals and individuals.

⭐️  Fun Facts about Andrea:

• Favourite Colour: I don’t have one- it changes by season!
• Hobbies: Reading, Baking, cooking, hiking
• Favourite Season: Fall
• Starbucks Order: English Breakfast Tea Latte

What hope means to Andrea:

"Hope is light in darkness - anticipation of something better"