Our Team

Raissa Marks is pleased to be joining IAP2 Canada as Interim Executive Director until the new Executive Director comes on board. Raissa brings her extensive experience in non-profit management to IAP2 Canada, having spent the first 20 years of her career in the non-profit sector with experience at the director and executive director levels. About two years ago, she launched a coaching and consulting business called Lily Mark whose social purpose is to strengthen organizations and support collaboration for change. Beyond work, Raissa enjoys cooking, hiking, and gardening. She lives in Montreal with her partner, their two daughters, and their new puppy.

As the Professional Development and Events Lead, April Barlow brings a wealth of experience and a genuine eagerness to support IAP2 Canada. A skilled generalist, April has experience working in nonprofit, corporate, academic and startup environments, where she has excelled in operations, learning and development, communications, and HR functions. This diverse experience equips her to effectively support the association administratively, ensuring smooth operations, streamlined processes and successful events.

With a Bachelor's degree in French and Italian, along with a Post-graduate certificate in Teaching English as a Second Language, April has a strong background in language, education and assessment, and a passion for championing diversity and inclusion initiatives. With over a decade of experience supporting adult learners, April is passionate about professional development and self-improvement both professionally and personally. Outside of work, April finds joy in spending time with her family, cultivating her garden and immersing herself in literature.

Johana brings an extensive and diverse background spanning over a decade in the field of training and administration. Throughout her dynamic career journey, she has assumed a variety of roles, including that of a trainer, instructional designer, pedagogical coordinator, and curriculum designer across a wide spectrum of subjects. Her expertise extends to the creation of training materials, the development of comprehensive training design plans, and the establishment of efficient processes. She has consistently collaborated with trainers and subject matter experts, seamlessly supported administrative functions, and played a key role in coordinating training programs, among other responsibilities.

Johana holds a Project Management Certificate from Algonquin College and a Master of Education. She speaks Spanish, English, and French which gives her a unique multicultural perspective that enriches her work. She is eager to be part of IAP2 Canada's mission and use her passion for training and learning processes to assist individuals in achieving their goals.