Meet Your Community Futures Yellowhead East Team

Executive Director
(780) 791-0966 Ext. 101

mjones@albertacf.com

Michelle Jones joined Community Futures Yellowhead East (CFYE), as Executive Director, in 2018. Michelle has lived in the Whitecourt/Woodlands Area for over 35 years, while raising a family, and owing and operating businesses in both the retail and service sectors for 25 of those years.

Michelle has extensive background and experience working with both public and private sectors, providing crime prevention education, developing and implementing social and economic development programs and taking on leadership roles for a variety of not-for-profit organizations.

Michelle's passion for personal, economic and social development has her continuously seeking new opportunities in which she can grow and expand her education and experience.    

When she is not focused on work, Michelle enjoys numerous outdoor activities, and spending time with family and friends.

Business Analyst
(780) 706-3500 Ext. 102
mhartney@albertacf.com

Matthew Joined the Community Futures Yellowhead East team in October of 2020, bringing with him a wide variety of financial expertise in a multitude of sectors ranging from medical products through to major oil and gas producers.

Matthew brings with him an extensive background in both Corporate Finance and Corporate Business Analysis. Matthew Studied at Grant McEwan while residing in Sherwood Park prior to relocating to the Whitecourt Area 12 years ago.

CED & Project Coordinator
(780) 791-0966 Ext. 103
lwisser@albertacf.com

Lilian was born and raised in Whitecourt. After spending some time working in the medical field in Edmonton, she decided to return to her hometown. Although she was uncertain about her next steps, her passion for Economic Development led her to Community Futures Yellowhead East (CFYE), which was hiring at the time. She has now been with CFYE for over two years, thriving in her role as Community Economic Development/Projects Coordinator.

Lilian is dedicated to contributing to the region’s growth and is continually enhancing her expertise through ongoing courses. Her goal is to bring innovative projects and programs to the area. 

In her free time, Lilian enjoys summer outings to the river lot with family and friends. During the cold Alberta winters, she prefers cozying up with a good book indoors.

Digital Service Squad
(780) 791-0966 Ext. 104
dssye@albertacf.com

Ian joined our team in 2022, he is a recent graduate and a huge technology enthusiast. He has worked at Staples for nearly 2 years as a full time repairman and salesperson, always being at the top of his team! Ian has also been an extremely tech savvy person throughout his earlier years!

He is extremely passionate about assisting people with their tech related issues, no matter how simple or complex the issue may be. He has also always been an advocate for teaching people how to use technology to its full potential. Ian uses his creative troubleshooting and his skills to always find the best solutions or finding alternatives if required!

Office Administrator
(780) 791-0966 Ext. 105
adminCFYE@albertacf.com

Kyrin, or "Ky" as you can call her, joined Community Futures Yellowhead East in 2024. She moved to Whitecourt, Canada, in 2023 from the Philippines. Ky holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, with a major in Marketing Management. Additionally, she completed a Diploma of Business at Rhodes College in Melbourne, Australia, in 2021. Ky has diverse experience in Customer Service, Office Administration, and running her own Small Business.

Ky is a cheerful person who loves to chat. She is eager to hear your ideas and happy to guide you in the right direction. She is currently training to become the "Grandma" of the CFYE office, aiming to be your go-to person for all your needs.

Outside of work, Ky enjoys spending time in nature, going on hikes with her husband and dog, and staying connected with her 2 sons and family in the Philippines through video calls.