The IAACC is a non-profit, charitable organization operated by a volunteer Board of Directors.
The Board of Directors are collectively skilled pillars of the community who mold and design the direction of the organization.
2024-2025
Co-Chair: Alison Karim-McSwiney
Executive Director of the International Avenue BRZ & One of the founders of IAACC in the late 1990’s. Returning to the board in 2018 to assist with the redirection of the organization.
Co-Chair: Ann Craig
Local Artist, long time resident of East Calgary. Sits on various boards within East Calgary to help better the community. Been with IAACC since 2018.
INTERIM Treasurer: Alexis Saulteaux
Calgary born and raised Indigenous artist specializing in jewelry. Enjoys giving back to the city and people by volunteering. Joined IAACC December 2024.
Secretary: Michael Gretton
Coordinator of Southern Alberta Heritage Language Association, Michael specializes in professional and volunteer experience in languages education, multiculturalism and peace education, arts and culture, community.
Director: Gita Boyd
Local business women, specializing in immigration. Sits on various boards for advocacy in diversity, community, and the arts.
Director: Michael Embaie
President of Southern Alberta Heritage Language Association, Michael values promotion of peace, community building and cultural advocacy.
Director: May Lee Muzika
Skilled professional specializing in community engagement and volunteerism. She has a special passion for the arts.
Director: Mitra Samavaki:
Visual artist originally from Iran, primarily focusing on photography. Pursued a Masters of Fine Arts and Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture. Joined IAACC December 2024
Director: Robert Schuett
Experienced lawyer, community advocate and arts enthusiast.
Staff
Executive Director: Kaylynn Miller
Background in arts and nonprofit/ small business. Versatile in bookkeeping, events, marketing and administration. Been with IAACC: 2012- 2016, 2018 to current.
Marketing Assistant: Sarah McCool
Started with IAACC as a student from Bow Valley College as events and marketing assistant. Specializes in Social media. Been with IAACC since 2023
Resident Artist: Vanessa
Vanessa is an emerging artist from Treaty 1 territory (Winnipeg, MB) but has recently moved to Treaty 7 territory (Calgary, AB). She has a background in Agricultural Sciences and has spent many years working with plants.
Intern/ Student Placement: Temiloluwa Oguntayo
New to Canada in 2023 from Nigeria, Temi studied at Bow Valley College to brush up on her Administrative skills. Looking forward to a new journey in Calgary!