Meet the Team
The Office Crew
Laura Burris
Executive Director
Laura Burris began working for Central Valley Adult Learning Association Inc. in 2021. As the Executive Director, she works closely with its members and stakeholders to achieve strategic goals. Laura has over eight years of experience working in the not-for-profit sector, and community programs.
Laura earned her Bachelor of Arts degree at Mount Saint Vincent University and is currently completing a Human Resource Management Certificate at Fleming College.
Emily Morrissey
Operations Manager
Emily's main motivation is giving back to her community. She believes that working at CVALA is more than just a job - as it is actively helping others achieve their goals.
​Emily graduated from NBCC with a diploma in Business Administration and is currently completing a Human Resource Management Certificate at Fleming College.. During her schooling, she interned at local community center and she fell in love with Not-for-Profit organizations and decided to use her skills towards supporting other organizations that share her values and beliefs.
Our Teachers
The Board of Directors
CVALA is very fortunate to have such caring and talented volunteers that have so much passion for what they do. Through sharing their time and talents they help our organization grow and become something to be sought after.
Our volunteers create a difference in our teachers’ and learners’ lives, and with them we create positive changes for our community.
Pictured Above (Left to right):
Top - Malcolm Stewart, Ellen Anne Bubar, Brenda Moore, Susan Cloutier, Diana Pike, Bob Stranach, Emily Morrissey
Bottom - Cheryl Whitney, Laura Burris, Rose Stewart
Board of Directors Members 2024
Cheryl Whitney
President
Susan Cloutier
Vice President
Melissa Mersereau
Communication Director
Rose Stewart
Human Resources
Malcolm Campbell
Treasure
Brenda Moore
Teacher Liason
Diana Pike
Secretary
Ellen-Anne Bubar
Member
Lori Perley
Member