Our Board Members

Anita Adams
Canadian Ambassador / FWOCC Chair
Anita Adams is a life and leadership coach, speaker, retreat leader, podcast host, and bestselling author of Whispers of the Soul – A Guide to Clarity, Confidence, and Joy. She is also the visionary behind The Wisdom Way Method, which empowers individuals to embark on a journey of conscious living and courageous leadership.
Her mission is simple yet profound: to teach people how to reconnect to their soul voice so they can confidently step into who they were born to be and create a joyful life rich in love, meaning, and well-being.
Before stepping into her role as a teacher of inner wisdom, Anita founded and led a national non-profit arts organization for 18 years. During this time, she developed her expertise in organizing impactful events, building strategic partnerships, and leading a team of professionals—including a board of directors, staff, and volunteers—across the country.
Now embracing a more nomadic lifestyle, Anita currently resides in Sun Peaks, British Columbia, where she explores mountain life with her husband, balancing her work with adventures in the great outdoors—whether hiking, cycling, or kayaking.

Ame-Lia Tamburrini
Treasurer
Ame-Lia Tamburrini is the host of the Circle of Change podcast and CEO and founder of Hum Consulting – an organization creating brave spaces for conversations that move humanity forward.
As a master facilitator she combines ancient wisdom with over 20 years of experience engaging with communities across the globe to deepen understanding, build relationships, and foster trust. With these skills, she supports local governments, Indigenous governments, and social-impact organizations involved in resource development, housing, reconciliation and other areas where empathetic communication is needed. Her community kindness circles have been called “the perfect antidote to disconnection in the post COVID-era.” An emerging thought-leader, she has been featured in Douglas Magazine and has spoken on international stages about communication and connection. Her calm, direct, compassionate approach inspires all in her presence to be the change.

Laureen Nowlan-Card
Director at Large
Laureen Nowlan-Card has had a successful career as a lawyer and has repurposed her skills to support professional women in business and leadership. She is the creator of Heart of the Heroine, a Certified Women’s Empowerment Coach (since 2014), an Emotional Liberation Facilitator (since 2017), Speaker Trainer (since 2016), Podcast Host, Yogini and devoted Mom.
Laureen is on a mission to change the world one woman at a time, by supporting women to share their ideas in both their personal and professional lives. Laureen guides women to release their self-doubt and limiting beliefs, and to work with their emotions so they can attain increased joy and peace and live their best lives. Laureen also leads women’s public speaking training, where she creates a safe and inspiring container for women to unleash the brilliance of their voices and ideas. Laureen’s podcast, Women Leading Change, is dedicated to amplifying the voices of women who are leading positive change in the World. Laureen is also the founder of The Oasis, a Community for Women in Business and Leadership which she describes as “a soft place to land, where everybody understands you”.

Yvonne Winkler
Board Secretary
Yvonne Winkler is a certified life and menopause-informed coach with a rich background in business development and consulting. With a degree from St. Francis Xavier University and years of experience navigating high-pressure corporate environments, Yvonne understands the challenges women face in balancing professional ambitions with personal well-being.
Drawing from her professional expertise and her own journey of transformation, Yvonne helps women in midlife navigate this rich, multilayered, and complex experience with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Her coaching practice focuses on guiding clients to reconnect with their true selves, realign their lives with their values, and embrace the wisdom and power that come with this phase of life.
A mental health advocate, speaker, and best-selling author, Yvonne is deeply passionate about creating spaces where women feel seen, heard, and supported. When she’s not coaching, you’ll find her immersed in nature, journaling with her fur baby by her side, or sharing heartfelt conversations in her community. Yvonne’s approach is rooted in authenticity, compassion, and a belief that midlife is not an end, but a beautiful beginning.

Kelsey Jang
Kelsey Jang is a Marketing and International Business student at Simon Fraser University’s Beedie School of Business, set to graduate in April 2025. Her passion for International Business was sparked by a study abroad exchange in Amsterdam, where she discovered the immense value of cross-cultural learning and developing a global perspective.
She views marketing as a powerful way to bring people together—whether through events, storytelling, or community engagement. From facilitating exchange student events with the Beedie Abroad Network to exploring digital design and communication strategies as a marketing coordinator, she thrives on creating meaningful connections and shared experiences.
Growing up in North Vancouver, BC, Kelsey is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys snowboarding, hiking, and playing sports such as soccer, softball, and tennis. Whether exploring new landscapes or new ideas, she thrives on curiosity, creativity, and continuous growth.

Trish Murray
Brand Steward
Trish Murray is a SOULpreneur. Integrating wisdom, intuition and expertise she provides insightful Brand Stewardship to simplify strategy and streamline the effective execution of core activities that improve how small business brands connect, communicate and create enduring customer relationships.
Trish anchors her diverse experience in business, marketing, psychology and entrepreneurship with heart-centering direction using Human Design, Astrology and Numerology to support spiritual entrepreneurs and soul seekers amplify fulfillment, purpose and expansion through their business and beyond.
Trish hosts the New Age Tour Guide podcast (youtube, substack, spotify), cultivates a community that inspires and uplifts Sovereign Souls and, currently serves on the board of directors of Female Wave of Change Canada. She is living a gypsy/nomad lifestyle between Alberta and British Columbia and is a practicing therapeutic yoga instructor.