Press Release

Director of Social Ventures is Hired

Jenna Christianson-Barker Joins the Pacific Autism Family Centre Foundation

Vancouver, B.C., May 4, 2015:

We are pleased to announce what we have contracted Jenna Christianson-Barker as Director of Social Ventures to our Foundation.

Jenna brings over 10 years of non-profit experience, primarily focused on the social enterprise sector. Most recently, she led Joe’s Table Cafe, a social enterprise dedicated to creating inclusive communities through meaningful employment. While at Joe’s Table, she led and implemented the strategic planning, re-branded the organization and developed mission-based products. Jenna is passionate about the power of conscious consumerism and the ability of individuals to create true community.  She also holds a BA in Political Science and a MBA in Non-Profit Management.

We are very pleased to have Jenna join us. Her experience and involvement in community employment are a great asset to our team.

For more information, please contact info@pacificautismfamily.com

Press Release

Interior Design Consultant is Hired

Marika Beise Joins the Pacific Autism Family Centre Foundation

Vancouver, B.C., May 4, 2015:

We are pleased to announce that we have contracted Marika Beise as Interior Design Consultant to work with our construction team.

Marika has worked on three facilities that have been designed for children with ASD and their families.  She was the lead for interior design on two facilities in Calgary when she was worked for  Kasian Architecture. The third facility is for children with developmental disabilities at the University of Rochester Children’s Hospital. Currently Marika runs her own consulting company in Victoria BC. We are very pleased to have Marika join us. Her experience and demonstrated talent in interior design are a welcome addition to our team.

For more information, please contact info@pacificautismfamily.com