Welcoming new Bow Valley College Board Members

Welcoming new Bow Valley College Board Members

June 30, 2026

Bow Valley College is pleased to welcome five new public members and two student members to the Bow Valley College Board of Governors.

Cecilia de la Rocha, Chief Development Officer at Contemporary Calgary Arts Society. With decades of experience in senior development roles, Cecilia has been instrumental in creating and advising multiple Board-appointed committees.  

Emma Loewen, Managing Director for the Energy Infrastructure and Transition Group at CIBC Capital Markets. With a career in investment banking spanning nearly two decades, Emma has advised on a broad spectrum of Alberta-based power transactions from both a financing and M&A perspective.

Michael G. Kaumeyer, Partner at Richter. With more than two decades of experience advising high-net-worth families, entrepreneurs, and foundations, Michael offers deep expertise in financial stewardship, family governance, and legacy planning.  

Sherie Toner, Senior Sales and Marketing Executive and co-founder of Calgary Media Pros. With more than 15 years of senior account management experience at Corus Entertainment and a long record of community leadership, Sherie brings strategic communications expertise and a strong commitment to civic engagement.  

Sara Murray, Chief Product Officer at SMART Technologies. As an accomplished business professional with more than 25 years of experience in the telecommunications industry, Sara has led organizations in the development and execution of transformational initiatives.

Tchukas Ezeudoye, President of the Students’ Association of Bow Valley College, and a  student in the Health Care Aide program. Tchukas holds a Bachelor of Engineering and is the founder of a fashion design company aiming to achieve 100% green fashion by 2030.  

David Garcia, Vice President of the Students’ Association of Bow Valley College, and a  student in the Business Administration – Insurance and Risk Management program. David is a passionate student leader committed to advocating for students and enhancing the student experience across campus.

“On behalf of the Board of Governors, I am pleased to welcome these outstanding new public and student members to the Bow Valley College Board of Governors. Their diverse expertise, leadership experience, and commitment to community will strengthen the Board’s work as we support the College’s continued focus on student success and meaningful pathways into careers.” - John Kousinioris, Chair, Bow Valley College Board of Governors.
“Under the continued leadership of Chair John Kousinioris, these members are meaningful additions to the Board. Each brings a wealth of professional experience and a genuine investment in the communities they serve. We look forward to their contributions as we continue to build pathways for students into meaningful careers.” - Dr. Misheck Mwaba, Bow Valley College President & CEO

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Bow Valley College
403-355-4632
ftripp@bowvalleycollege.ca

About Bow Valley College

For 60 years, Calgary’s college has grown to prepare 14,000 students annually for meaningful careers in health care, social services, business, technology, and creative industries. Every program has a Work Integrated Learning requirement, ensuring students contribute to the workplace before they graduate. With a strong focus on advanced simulation training and Alberta’s evolving needs, Bow Valley College’s new Health Care Centre of Excellence is working to expand space and programs, aimed at graduating four-times as many health professionals annually by 2036. Proudly recognized as one of Canada’s Top 50 Research Colleges, we combine innovative learning with hands-on experience. Home to Alberta’s only major e-sports arena and a state-of-the-art digital production hub. Learn more about the opportunities Bow Valley College creates for students, Calgary, and Alberta at bowvalleycollege.ca.

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