Professionals
People and Professionals
Each of the Halford Consulting team members brings a unique blend of their personal interests and professional experience to our work. Here are the people behind our professional work.
Jane Halford, FCA, ICD.D
Jane the Person
“If you don't like how things are, change it. You're not a tree.” - Jim Rohn
In her personal time Jane loves sailing on the west coast of Canada, playing tennis, and spending time with her loved ones (including her dog).
Jane the Professional
Jane is an experienced board chair, board member, CEO, entrepreneur, speaker, and trainer. In her nearly three-decade career, she has worked with corporations, public sector entities, and not-for-profit organizations of all sizes.
Michael Pinkoski, PhD, MBA
Michael the Person
"I'm not a particularly interesting person, I just do interesting things."
Michael’s passion is cycling. He is a world class cycling official for on track and road events which provides him a unique opportunity to explore the world each year.
Michael the Professional
Michael’s background is in medical sciences, strategic management, and not-for-profit organizations. He has extensive international experience and has a special interest in developing new sustainable organizations.
Kelly Gibson, MPH, MBA, CMP
Kelly the Person
Kelly enjoys spending her free time reading, quilting, baking, and continually learning new things.
Kelly the Professional
Kelly’s background is in research support, strategic insight, and operational expertise. With over 20 years of experience, Kelly has worked in a multitude of industries including finance, business and technology, and healthcare.
Catherine Skaaning, BA
Catherine the Person
Catherine loves spending time with her family and pets. You’ll often find her outdoors or in the gym.
Catherine the Professional
Catherine’s background is in evaluation and research. She can effectively translate evidence into information for clients. She has widespread experience in data collection, analysis, and reporting using surveys, interviews, and focus groups.
Corinne Davis
Cor the Person
Cor loves to golf, camp, travel, and visit with friends.
She is also a snowbird in training!
Cor the Professional
Cor’s background is in retail sales and customer service. She has extensive experience in clerical work, accounting, and bookkeeping.
Deana Nakonechny
Deana the Person
“Always Forward Never Back.”
In her spare time, Deana finds immense joy spending time with her family and bird. She loves warmer climates, and you’ll often find her outside.
Deana the Professional
Deana’s background is in finance, operations and research. Deana has worked in both private and public sectors. She is well versed in developing operational procedures and implementing activities to enhance the operation. She loves to sort out a mess for smooth transition.
Sophie Pinkoski
Sophie the Person
“There is no such thing as an original idea, just unique perspectives. No two stories are ever the same.”
Sophie writes gothic horror novels exploring the campy and criminal corners of history. Her best days are spent listening to punk music and snuggling up with a good book, a mug of tea, and her cat.
Sophie the Professional
Sophie’s background is in English literature (University of Victoria) and publishing (Edinburgh Napier University). A writer, editor, and historian, she loves piecing together narratives in new, compelling ways and helping others share stories of their own.
Justin Schwanke, BComm
Justin the Person
Justin is a filmmaker and lifelong BMX rider. He has produced numerous videos and a full-length film sold in bike shops across Canada, the USA, and Europe.
Justin the Professional
Justin’s background is in business strategy and project coordination with an emphasis on leadership development. He has a special interest in filmmaking, photography, and writing.
The Halford Consulting team and professional networks includes other individuals with a range of talents such as writing, government relations, risk management, and operations support. They are available to support our clients where their skills would increase your positive results.
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