Gerald Corbiere
President
Frontline/ABWeb
Elected as President of the Chamber in October 2026, Gerald comes with a long history of business and board experience. With a passion for business development and promotion, he also has decades of experience in entrepreneurship, chambers of commerce and even government.
For over 20 years he has provided technology solutions to school boards, hospital boards, provincial and municipal governments. In 2005, he started his own web development and digital marketing company, dedicated to helping local businesses grow and prosper through innovative technologies. The company grew steadily for 20 years and was recently acquired by a larger Edmonton firm.
Gerald was also a director on many community and governing boards including positions like Chamber of Commerce Director, School Board Trustee and Board Chair. He most recently served as the Community Futures Board of Directors providing assistance for starting or growing a business through financing, loans, and coaching.
In addition to his duties as Chamber Vice President, Gerald now works as a Business Development Consultant for a local Web and digital marketing company. He is excited to help both the Chamber of Commerce and chamber members grow and prosper.
Tamara Dabels
Vice-President | REALTOR®, REAL Broker | Next Home Hub
Tamara Dabels has spent over 20 years dedicated to the growth and well-being of our local business community. Her journey with the Chamber is a long-standing one, including foundational experience as a former Executive Director. After a rewarding career in branch leadership—where she focused on guiding people through important financial decisions—Tamara transitioned into real estate. Today, she serves the Greater Edmonton region as a Realtor® with the Next Home Hub team at REAL Broker. For Tamara, real estate isn't just about property; it’s about the people and the relationships that make a house a home and a town a community. She brings a warm, steady hand and a wealth of local wisdom to everyone she works with.
A true neighbor at heart, Tamara currently serves as the Vice-President for the Fort Saskatchewan & Lamont County Regional Chamber of Commerce. Her commitment to our region’s future is deep and varied, including her roles as a Member for the Town of Lamont Economic Development Committee and a Trustee for the Fort
Saskatchewan Public Library Board. In recognition of her two decades of heartfelt community work, Tamara was honored as a recipient of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal.
Having lived in Fort Saskatchewan for over 20 years and the Greater Edmonton area for more than 30, Tamara’s vision is rooted in connection. She believes that our region thrives when we support one another, from the small business on the corner to the families moving in down the street. She is committed to ensuring the Chamber remains a welcoming, supportive voice that helps our local entrepreneurs and residents grow together. For Tamara, there is no greater joy than helping this region continue to be a place where people truly feel they belong.
Robin Johnston
Treasurer
CAM Industrial Solutions
Robin Johnston is currently the Site Manager for CAM Industrial Solutions at Dow Chemical's Alberta Operations, where he leads a team of over 150 skilled tradespeople and staff across mechanical, electrical, HSE, finance, and quality disciplines. With more than 20 years of experience in industrial maintenance, reliability, and project execution, Robin has built a reputation for leading high-performing teams through complex turnarounds, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
His expertise spans contractor management, strategic planning, KPI development, and outage coordination. Robin has held senior leadership roles at Suncor Energy for close to 10 years, then prior roles at Shell, and Jacobs Industrial Services, where he managed multi-million-dollar portfolios and spearheaded major organizational transitions—earning recognition as a Suncor POEA finalist for his work in contractor integration and site optimization.
Robin holds a Red Seal certification as a Steamfitter/Welder, an Advanced Project Management credential from the University of Alberta School of Business and is a Certified Maintenance and Reliability Professional (CMRP). He’s also completed executive training through Harvard Business Learning and is deeply committed to mentorship, workforce development, and operational excellence.
Elected as the new treasurer for the Fort Saskatchewan & Lamont County Regional Chamber of Commerce, he now looks forward to contributing to the growth and development of our local business community.
Kathryn Dragowska
Secretary
Agritourism Alberta
Kathryn Dragowska leads communications and marketing initiatives for the Alberta Farm Fresh Producers Association, where she represents Alberta farmers and is currently focused on developing the province’s agritourism sector. She is also the owner of Nerdy Squad, a local graphic design studio. With 25 years of professional experience, Kathryn blends strategic innovation with a deep passion for community engagement. She holds a university degree in Commerce from Concordia University in Montreal and is fluently trilingual. Active in her community, Kathryn mentors adult learners through the Community Adult Learning and Literacy Society and is a member of the Historical Society of Fort Saskatchewan. She also serves as Board Secretary for the Edmonton Multicultural Coalition, reflecting her commitment to inclusion and lifelong learning. Through both her professional and volunteer work, Kathryn is dedicated to promoting local businesses and strengthening community networks.
Wade Robichaud
Director
Lifestyle Theatre Systems Inc.
Wade Robichaud brings more than 16 years of experience in sales leadership, marketing, and business development, with a strong focus on relationship-driven growth and practical execution.
Wade’s career spans infrastructure, traffic safety, and horticulture and landscaping. Across these industries, he has built pipelines, strengthened partnerships, and helped organizations move from ideas to measurable results. He is known for cutting through noise, asking the right questions, and aligning strategy with real-world delivery.
At Salisbury, Wade focuses on building strategic relationships, expanding market opportunities, and supporting sustainable, long-term growth. As Chamber President, he is committed to strengthening the regional business community, modernizing member value, and encouraging collaboration across industries.
Outside of work, Wade is a lifelong learner who values curiosity, clarity, and accountability. His approach is simple: listen first, act with intent, and leave organizations stronger than he found them.
Anke Schröder
Director
Black Cat Design
Anke has moved to the Heartland region from Germany. She has vast business experience in a wide variety of industries. Anke is passionate about creativity and cares about her customers. As a small business owner and market manager, Anke is excited to be a part of the Fort Saskatchewan & District Chamber of Commerce where she can apply her work ethic and eye for detail, but also the frankness and honesty that she is known for. Her skills in connecting people, managing projects, and seeing how everything comes together will be a valuable asset to the Chamber.
Mikael Sarkozi
Director
Alces Solutions
Originally from Sweden, Mikael (pronounced Michael) spent a few years moving around Europe after completing his mandatory military service, before finally settling in Canada in 2003.
Originally landing in BC, this is his second time living in Alberta. The blue sky and sunny white winters reminding him of home brought him back to this province, but he stays for the love of our growing industries and the innovations that come with it.
Having worked as a correctional officer; and a branch manager of a local Hydrovac and Vac truck company servicing the Fort Saskatchewan region, it is from that role that he wants to contribute to the health and sustainable growth of our industries by advocating for them though the Fort Saskatchewan & Lamont County Chamber of Commerce.
Dividing his time between family, work and the gym, Mikael says one day he hopes to put some more miles on one of his motorcycles again (time permitting).
Pierre Lautischer
Director
Piemar Management & Consulting Ltd.
New to the Fort Saskatchewan and Lamont County Regional Chamber of Commerce, Pierre brings extensive experience in law enforcement and compliance across federal, provincial, and municipal levels in Alberta, as well as work in the Cayman Islands and Mexico. He is the principal owner of the Piemar Group of Companies, including Piemar Tax Pros.
Pierre is also a published author of Become a Millionaire for What It Makes of You! and previously wrote a column for the Fort Saskatchewan Record. A sixth-degree Black Belt in Japanese Ju-Jutsu, he has also owned a small weight-training gym.
Committed to lifelong learning, Pierre has completed more than 65 professional courses. His studies include Accounting and Finance (NAIT), Inspector General training (John Jay College of Criminal Justice, New York), Security Management (University of Alberta), Certified Negotiation Expert (Real Estate Negotiation Institute), and Distinguished Financial Advisor – Tax Services Specialist (Knowledge Bureau).
He joins the board with a strong desire to continue serving and contributing to local businesses and the community.
Les Brownlie
Director
Surerus Pipeline Inc.
Elected to the Chamber's Board of Directors in October 2026, Les returns to the Board after previously serving as both a Director and Vice-President. He believes that active community involvement is an important part of being a responsible business leader.
Les brings more than 20 years of management experience in heavy equipment, automotive services, and industrial operations. He also founded and operated his own independent automotive repair business in Sturgeon County.
Alongside his wife, Trish, Les operates One Buck Farms, a commercial and purebred goat operation in Sturgeon County. He also serves as Vice-President of the Alberta Goat Association.
Les represents Surerus Group, a family-owned company with deep roots in pipeline construction. He leads Surerus Equipment Rentals, the group's specialty heavy equipment rental division, serving the pipeline, civil construction, and industrial oil and gas sectors across Western Canada.
Returning to the Chamber's Board, Les looks forward to contributing his experience, strengthening the local business community, and supporting the continued growth of the Chamber and its members.
Luke Ellis
Director
Fort Protection Service Corp.
Luke Ellis is the Founder and President of Fort Protection Service Corp. (FPS), a locally based security company focused on physical security and video surveillance. Since founding FPS, Luke has built the company from the ground up, developing its services and operating standards, investing in equipment, establishing training requirements, and building relationships with local businesses and organizations.
Luke brings a hands-on approach to business, with experience in security operations, staffing, client relationships, and delivering practical security solutions. FPS has successfully completed its first major security contract, providing valuable experience in managing personnel and delivering reliable security services.
Committed to the community, Luke believes strong local businesses play an important role in creating safe, welcoming, and successful communities. Through Fort Protection Service Corp. and his involvement with local organizations, he looks forward to contributing to the growth of businesses and the Fort Saskatchewan and Lamont County region.
Steven Bhardwaj
Director
Farnese Insurance Brokers & Registries
With over 13 years of work experience in the insurance and real estate sectors, I am the President and CEO of Farnese Insurance Brokers and Reliant Insurance Group, two of the fastest-growing and most innovative insurance companies in Canada. I have a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Entrepreneurship from the University of Alberta, and I have developed strong skills in insurance, insurance brokerage, general insurance, and commission sales. I lead a team of talented and passionate professionals who are committed to providing exceptional service and value to our clients, partners, and stakeholders. I am driven by the mission of creating a more accessible, affordable, and transparent insurance market, and I leverage my domain expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to achieve this goal. I am always looking for new opportunities to grow, learn, and collaborate with other industry leaders and experts. I am proud to be part of a diverse and inclusive organization that values innovation, excellence, and social responsibility.
Laina Neudorf
Director
LPT Success Solutions
Laina Neudorf is the Founder & Success Strategist at LPT Success Solutions, where she works with established business owners to understand what’s happening beneath the surface of their business and make informed decisions about what comes next. Her work focuses on strengthening the structure behind a business so owners can build toward what they actually want - whether that means continued growth, a stronger team, better margins, or simply more room in their life.
Laina’s career spans nearly two decades across Alberta’s Industrial Heartland, large-scale industrial projects, software, revenue operations, and entrepreneurship. She began working in the Industrial Heartland in 2008 and spent several years supporting major projects, including the Scotford Upgrader Expansion and North West Redwater. She later moved into software and revenue operations, where her work expanded into systems, process improvement, cross-functional coordination, and operational leadership. Across very different industries, the common thread has been making sense of complex situations and bringing structure and clarity to what happens next.
In 2024, Laina founded LPT Success Solutions. Her approach combines data, patterns, context, intuition, and human judgment, grounded in the belief that every business is different and deserves an individual solution. In 2025, LPT Success Solutions was recognized by the Fort Saskatchewan & Lamont County Regional Chamber of Commerce as New Business of the Year.
Rita Hemmes
Director
Cooperators Financial Investment Services
Rita’s interest in finance began while taking accounting courses and has since grown into a 40-year career dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals. Over the course of her 20-year banking career, she gained experience in business planning and financial analysis while supporting business owners, including farmers, with their business and personal investments. She later transitioned from her role as a Business Advisor to focus on personal financial planning, helping clients navigate their financial needs, including income protection through life insurance. Before moving into partial retirement, Rita also worked as a stockbroker. However, her passion for helping people make informed financial decisions brought her back to the industry, where she continues to help individuals navigate the wealth of financial information available and work toward their goals. Having previously worked in the Fort Saskatchewan and Lamont areas, Rita was excited to return to the community and make a difference in the financial well-being of local residents and businesses. Throughout her career, she has earned several financial licenses and continues to expand her knowledge while working toward her Professional Financial Advisor designation.
Outside of finance, Rita is a passionate runner who once taught running clinics and has completed 35 full marathons and six ultramarathons. Although she now enjoys shorter distances, her dedication to helping others remains the same — making her not only a financial coach but a physical coach, too.