Staff
Jill Misselbrook
Executive Director
It is a great honor to be involved in the community through the Wallaceburg & District Chamber of Commerce for almost 6 years now. I currently live in Dresden with my husband Carl, and son Cameron while my eldest son, Justin has left the nest. My husband and I have been operating a business out of our home “CJ Window Tinting” in Dresden for 19 years. In addition to my business, I bring with me over 25 years of newspaper, radio advertising, and marketing experience in the Chatham- Kent area. I make it a priority to keep good standing, and professional relationships with past customers, ensuring a successful business experience.
In addition to my previous industry work, I have volunteered for several non-profit organizations such as Dresden Minor Hockey Moms, The Canadian Cancer Society, Relay for Life, and the Dresden Community Food Bank. I take pride in giving back to the community in any way I can.
I am enjoying being involved with the businesses in the community of Wallaceburg & area. I plan to continue to personally visit all the Chamber members & bring new ideas to the Wallaceburg Chamber. If there is anything you would like to happen or change please don’t hesitate to give me a call at 519-627-1443 and we will chat or drop by the office. The Wallaceburg & District Chamber of Commerce hours are Monday to Thursday 9 AM-4 PM 152 Duncan St, Wallaceburg.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Chris Glassford – CHAIR
Chatham Capital Theatre-Arts & Culture
Glassford Productions
Chris Glassford is a young (31-year-old) entrepreneur from Chatham who moved to Wallaceburg roughly 8 years ago. During this time, Chris started a family here in town.
Chris’s first business he started when he was 11, DJing local school dances. This business would later translate into live sound for bands, and then events and event promotion.
Chris currently works with the Chatham Capitol Theatre in Arts and Culture and owns many festivals such as the Chatham Ribfest.
Chris’s passion for business has been a lifelong endeavor, through junior achievement, multiple grants with business classes, and meetings with economic development.
Chris is always starting new endeavors and testing the market with side projects to see what the community likes to support or has to offer.
Brad Paraskevopoulos-Treasurer
Financial Advisor
The Co-operators Wallaceburg
“I am honoured to serve as the Treasurer on the Board of Directors, leveraging my expertise in finance to contribute to the organization’s success. I earned my degree in Economics from Brock University, which provided me with a strong foundation in economic principles and analytical thinking. As a Financial Advisor at The Co-operators, I bring a comprehensive understanding of financial management and investment strategies to the table. I joined the board of directors because I am passionate about contributing to the community of Wallaceburg and believe in the importance of supporting its growth and development. Outside of my professional life, I enjoy staying active in sports and keeping up with the latest trends in the stock market.”
Shirley Desrosiers – Secretary-Director
Scotia Bank, Branch Manager, Wallaceburg
Shirley Desrosiers started with Scotiabank in 2006 as a teller. She moved over to the personal banking side of things in August of 2007. Since then she has held a wide variety of positions in the bank, at many different branches. In 2014 Shirley moved from Edmonton, Alberta to Sarnia, ON along with her husband in order to be closer to his family. In Feb 2023 Shirley started as the Branch Manager in the Wallaceburg branch. Shirley likes to be involved in the community that she works in and so became involved with the Wallaceburg Chamber of Commerce.
In Shirley’s spare time she likes to train for long distance runs, read, cook and bake. She has run multiple races from 5 km in length all the way up to 42.2 Km Marathon. She specializes in Gluten free cooking and baking as she was diagnosed with Celiac Disease in 2008 and is required to live a gluten free lifestyle.
Lisa Everaert-Director
Sales Represenative-Royal LePage Peifer Reality Inc.
” Lisa Everaert, born and raised in Wallaceburg, is a devoted mother, loving wife, and experienced real estate agent specializing in Wallaceburg and its surrounding areas. With 18 years in sales and customer service, she brings a wealth of expertise to her role. Lisa’s deep roots in the community and commitment to its prosperity led her to join the Wallaceburg Chamber of Commerce board. Dedicated to helping clients find their dream homes and supporting local businesses, Lisa is passionate about making a difference in Wallaceburg’s vibrant community.”
Justin Sinnaeve
Owner- All Ears
Justin Sinnaeve is a professional listener. He moved to Wallaceburg in 2022 to start his family as well as his private Audiology practice All Ears.
As a lover of sound with a musical background, Justin likes to think outside the box. He brings his strengths of keen observation and pattern recognition to the table, with the intent of facilitating collaboration within Wallaceburg. If you need an open ear, or impartial advice, Justin can provide that for you in a supportive manner.
Chrystal Mitchel-Director
Owner Wallaceburg Pet Valu
My name is Crystal Mitchell and I am the owner of the Wallaceburg Pet Valu. I grew up in Wallaceburg and attended WDSS before going to the University of Windsor. For many years I have had a career with Onroute as an Operations Manager. I have always had a passion for animals and I missed being away from my home town. When the Opportunity for the Wallaceburg Pet Valu became available I knew it would become my labour of love. I am enjoying being a part of my home town again. Joining the Chamber of Commerce has given me another opportunity to have a positive impact in my home town. I look forward to working with the board and meeting more of the community.
Dalton Authier
Owner Par72 Golf Lounge
With over a decade of sales experience in our community, I’ve learned that genuine connections and passion are paramount. Golf is my passion, and through Par 72 Golf Lounge, I’ve merged this love with my skills to create an unforgettable experience for our town. Wallaceburg is not just my home; it’s a place I’m committed to enhancing. By fostering community engagement and addressing local issues, we’re shaping a brighter future together. Par 72 isn’t just about golf; it’s about enriching lives and making Wallaceburg the best place to live. Thank you for your support on this incredible journey.
Meredith Whitehead- Director, RN, MScN, CMP
Vice President Transformation and Chief Nursing Executive
Chatham-Kent Health Alliance
As Vice President, Transformation and Chief Nursing Executive (CNE), Meredith is responsible for Nursing and Allied Health, Professional Practice, Quality, Human Resources, Organization Development and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. Under this portfolio Meredith fosters and builds connections that benefit our staff with respect to practice, quality and evolving standards. As the CNE, Meredith sits at the Board of Directors and provides strategic direction on the organization’s practice environment. The new strategic elements of this role include a major focus on developing CKHA’s Diversity & Equity framework. In addition, the VP, Transformation and CNE will be providing professional practice support to the Chatham-Kent Ontario Health Team and its pursuit of a Best Practice Spotlight Organization Designation with the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario.
Meredith is a dynamic health care professional with over 18 years of experience as a Registered Nurse and over twelve of those years in progressive leadership roles in professional practice, operations and informatics. Most recently, as the Chief Nursing Information Officer with the Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre in Barrie, she led a collaborative clinical systems strategy for four hospital partners. A graduate from Nipissing University and Canadore College Collaborative Program in North Bay in 2006, Meredith completed her Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing and then her Master of Science in Nursing from York University in 2010. Her international certifications in both change and project management are invaluable to CKHA and the delivery of local health care.
Meredith is also a former Executive Board Member of the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO) and just completed her term on the Board of Directors of the Nursing Leadership Network of Ontario. She has just joined our Board of Directors in November 2023.