Board Member Biographies

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Pam Millett is an Associate Professor and Academic Coordinator in the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Education Program at York University. Before completing her PhD in education in 2006, she was an educational audiologist in school boards and schools for the deaf in Ontario.

Her research focuses on educational audiology, deaf and hard of hearing education, auditory learning in the classroom, and accommodations for students with hearing loss at the postsecondary level. At York University, she teaches courses in language and literacy development for deaf and hard of hearing learners, educational audiology, and classroom amplification, as well as graduate courses in educational assessment and quantitative research methods.

Pam chaired the Canadian Interorganization Steering Group responsible for developing the Canadian Guidelines for Auditory Processing Disorder in Children and Adults: Assessment and Intervention.

She has served as a non-Board member on CASLPO committees and as a member of the Board of Directors for the Ontario Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (OSLA). In 2015, she was awarded OSLA's Honours of the Association award.

Chair, Professional Member (AUD), District 2
First Elected: 2018
Re-elected: 2021
Re-elected: 2024

Tara Barber has 19 years of experience working as a speech language pathologist in Northern Ontario. After earning her Master of Arts in Speech Language Pathology from Nothern Michigan University, Tara began her career in Thunder Bay, providing services to school-aged children in remote locations north of Lake Superior.

In 2004, Tara relocated to her home town of Kenora, where she continues to provide services to the pediatric, school-aged, and adult population in underserved communities across Northwestern Ontario. She currently works for the Keewatin-Patricia District School Board, which covers a geographic area roughly the size of France and spans two time zones!

Outside of her professonal work, Tara enjoys spending her summers camping on the Winnipeg River with family and friends. In the winter, she volunteers at Kenora’s Mt. Evergreen Ski Club, where she is also a member of the Board of Directors. Tara has also contributed to several CASLPO committees as a non-Board member.

Elected Professional Member (SLP) District 4
First Elected: 2018
Re-elected: 2021
Re-elected: 2024

Larissa Buhot is currently working towards her Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology and plans to work with children and youth populations within the Greater Toronto Area. She completed a Master of Science in Psychological Sciences (Cognitive Neuroscience stream) from the University of Glasgow and a Master of Education in Developmental Psychology and Education from the University of Toronto.

With a deep commitment to cultural responsiveness and social justice, Larissa approaches her counselling journey with empathy and respect for each individual’s unique lived experiences. Through her tutoring and volunteer work, she is committed to creating inclusive and supportive environments where children feel safe to learn and explore their creativity. She is dedicated to fostering resilience and promoting well-being in all the children and youth she serves.

Public Member
Appointed: January 2025

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Ioan Curca is Assistant Professor and Clinical Supervisor at the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders, Western University. Ioan graduated from Medical School and the Otolaryngology Internship program at Gr. T. POPA University of Medicine in Iasi, Romania. He obtained his Ph.D. in Medical Sciences from the same university. He also holds a Master of Clinical Science in Audiology from Western University. Ioan joined the Audiology Program at Western University in 2018, where he supervises clinical training and teaches cochlear implants and vestibular assessment and rehabilitation. He further expanded his clinical auditory, balance, and electrophysiology skills and knowledge during his employment as a clinical audiologist with Vivosonic Inc. and with Elgin Audiology Consultants.

His clinical research interests include: cochlear implants, balance, tinnitus, and interventions and outcomes in adults with hearing loss. Between 2010 and 2015, he coordinated a research project on adult cochlear implant users as a collaboration between Western University’s National Centre for Audiology and the London Health Sciences Centre. Ioan also served as research associate with the Human Auditory Phenotyping & Genetics Laboratory directed by Dr. Susan Stanton at the National Centre for Audiology.

He is a certified member of Speech-Language & Audiology Canada, and also a certified member of the Romanian Society of Audiology and Communication Pathology.

Academic Member (AUD)
First Appointed: 2021
Re-Appointed: 2024

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Erin Gilchrist has 20 years of experience in the field of speech, language and communication disorders. She began her career as a Communicative Disorders Assistant after graduating from Georgian College in 2004, and later returned to school to complete a Master of Health Science in Speech-Language Pathology at the University of Toronto in 2014.

Throughout her career, Erin has worked in acute care and rehabilitation services in regional hospitals, in private practice with preschool and school-aged children, and in school-based rehabilitation services supporting individuals with speech sound disorders, fluency, and voice concerns.

Erin currently works at Georgian College as the sole full-time faculty member in the Communicative Disorders Assistant Program. In this role, she teaches a variety of theory and practice-based courses to supportive personnel, including literacy, clinical skills, scope of practice, and adult communication disorders.

Erin also participates in several communities of practice through Georgian college, including initiatives focused on equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging (EDI&B), and serves on Academic Counsel, which reviews and approves program renewals and proposals. Erin was previously a member of the Ontario Speech-Language Association (OSLA) and remains an active member of the Communicative Disorders Assistant Association of Canada (CDAAC) and Speech-Language & Audiology Canada (SAC).

Appointed Professional Member (SLP) District 5 
First Elected: 2024 

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Lidia Giosa earned her Master of Health Science in 2014 after a prior career experience in international adult education and the health insurance sector. As a registered speech-language pathologist, she has worked with pediatric populations and teams across Ontario, offering services in English and French, in both public and private practice settings.

Lidia is a strategic leader in the field, contributing to innovation at system, industry, and post-secondary levels. Her clinical work has included direct intervention, research, and collaboration with a prominent industry partner on accessible educational software. In post-secondary education, she has been involved in course development and teaching as well as informal mentorship for students and new graduates. To further enhance her impact on system performance and patient outcomes, Lidia pursued additional education in health quality improvement and risk management.

Lidia is known for the empathy and compassion she brings to her work. Her strong background in mental health and neurodiversity deeply shapes her practice and drives her commitment to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. Lidia actively volunteers to collaborate with community partners to enhance access to inclusive programming. Outside of work, Lidia can be found seeking new experiences and cherishing time with her young daughter being silly and creative!

Elected Professional Member (SLP) District 6
First Elected: 2025

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Tracy Hsu has practised speech-language pathology for more than two decades. She has worked with pediatric, school-aged, and adult/geriatric populations across community, healthcare, and private practice settings and is currently with the Toronto District School Board. As a consultant, Tracy has drawn on her clinical, business, and cross-cultural knowledge to design clinical skills and training standards, as well as a quality assurance program, for a children's habilitation franchising company in Asia.

Tracy is deeply committed to public service and has volunteered with a number of not-for-profit organizations in Toronto and abroad. For 11 years, she served as a Board Director at Aisling Discoveries Child and Family Centre (now Strides Toronto), including a term as Board President, helping oversee programs supporting children’s and families’ mental health services, Early Abilities, and the autism program. She also serves as a Clinical Educator with the University of Toronto.

Tracy holds a Master of Health Science in Speech-Language Pathology from the University of Toronto and an MBA from Western University. She also holds certificates in alternative dispute resolution and business process improvement. Her commitment to lifelong learning and developent has shaped a trauma-informed, integrated, and holistic perspective in client care.

Elected Professional Member (SLP) District 2 
First Elected: 2024

Penney Letsos

Penney Letsos is a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with extensive clinical experience across multiple healthcare settings. Currently, Penney is the Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education & Lecturer at Western University in the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders. She has participated in CASLPO's Advisory Working Group for the Standards for Supervision of Students of Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology and has served on various local, provincial, and national clinical education committees.

Elected Professional Member (SLP) District 3
First appointed: 2026

Geoffrey Lind is a retired entrepreneur from the tourism sector. Over the course of his career, he owned six travel agencies and a large tour company. His business was also involved in the design, construction, and operation of Canada’s first amphibious tour bus, with operations in Toronto, Victoria, B.C., and Cozumel, Mexico.

Born in Toronto, Geoff attended Ridley College in St. Catharines before studying agriculture at the University of Guelph. He later raised four children on a hobby farm near Mt. Forest, Ontario while selling farm machinery and construction equipment. All four of his children attended Ridley College. Geoff served on Ridley College's Board of Governors for 12 years and contributed to the property, advancement and governance committees.

His public service includes roles as President of the Optimist Service Club, an elected municipal councillor, Chair of fundraising for The Ontario Relief Committee following the 1985 Barrie Tornado, and Executive Assistant to an Ontario Member of the Legislative Assembly.

Geoff now lives on a large cash crop farm in Grey County near the town of Durham. He is semi-retired and continues to operate a 1,200-tap maple syrup facility that distributes its products widely.

Public Member
Appointed: September 2025

Julia Luke

Julia Luke has been a speech-language pathologist (SLP) for 28 years working in a variety of settings with children and adults. The bulk of her work has been in adult inpatient hospital settings. She is currently working in adult inpatient rehabilitation with a focus on dysphagia, communication and cognitive-communication and the Professional Practice Leader for SLP at Bruyere Health in Ottawa, Ontario.

Elected Professional Member (SLP) District 1
First appointed: 2026

Brian Mason, CPA, CA is a former television finance executive turned producer. He is now the CEO of his new own production company, Mason Films. He began his career at KPMG Toronto, where he became a Chartered Accountant while working in the technology, media, and telecommunications group.

Brian later moved into the television industry, serving as production controller at Epitome Pictures and DHX Studios Toronto (now Wildbrain), where he worked on several television series, including Degrassi. He went on to become the executive in charge of finance at Architect Films and Nikki Ray Media Agency, overseeing television production finance, and contributing to more than 10 series across multiple seasons for HGTV, Food Network, Discovery.

Brian has since expanded into feature films production. His recent projects include his own production of Drive Back Home, North of Normal with JoBro Productions, and Who's Yer Father? with 63 Lights.

Brian holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting from Carleton University and a Certificate in Film Studies from Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University).

Public Member
First Appointed: 2022
Re-Appointed: 2024

Selomon Menghsha is a seasoned talent acquisition professional with over 15 years of experience in corporate, contingency, retained, and RPO resource management. Selomon is a graduate of McMaster University, is a licensed registered professional recruiter (RRP), and is Bilingual in English and Italian.

Selomon currently works as a Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition & Development at Buckland Customs Broker, overseeing talent acquisition strategy across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. He has played a key role in the company’s growth, leading strategic projects to meet organizational development and client needs, recruiting leadership positions, and building long-term professional relationships.

He is deeply committed to operational excellence, with a focus on developing processes, culture, and policies. Selemon has also contributed to several technology initiatives, including HRIS and ATS implementations. Currently, he is furthering his education in training and development to broaden his talent experience.

Public Member
First Appointed: 2024

Rebecca Minogue worked as an Intervenor and Educational Assistant, using sign language and braille for students with deafblindness, with the Near North District School Board (formerly the Nipissing School Board) from 1996 - 2023. Prior to that, she was contracted through the Canadian Deaf-blind Rubella Association.

Rebecca is currently a licensed RIBO insurance broker and was the managing partner of an insurance brokerage. She has been involved in a number of organizations, including local chapters of the Kiwanis Club, Civil Air Search and Rescue, Easter Seals of Ontario, and Girl Guides.

Currently, Rebecca serves on the Board of Governors of Canadore College and has earned Good Governance and Advanced Good Governance certificates from the College Centre of Board Excellence, Colleges Ontario. In her free time, Rebecca enjoys working on ACTRA films, backpacking, and participating in a variety of outdoor recreational activities.

Public Member
First Appointed: 2025

Brian Morassutti has been an audiologist (AUD) since 1988 after graduating from Dalhousie University. His experience includes working at the Canadian Hearing Society, two hearing aid manufacturers as an Ontario Sales Manager and Research Audiologist, and working in private practice/ENT offices including his own clinic, Sound Speech & Hearing in Owen Sound.

Elected Professional Member (AUD) District 3
First Appointed: 2026

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Ashwini Namasivayam-MacDonald, PhD, SLP(C), CCC-SLP, Reg. CASLPO, is an Assistant Professor in the School of Rehabilitation Science at McMaster University, where she teaches in the Speech-Language Pathology program. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Waterloo, and a Master of Health Science and PhD in Rehabilitation Science from the University of Toronto.

Ashwini's research focuses on developing comprehensive and collaborative approaches to dysphagia management in older adults, integrating biomedical and psychosocial aspects of care, to improve health and quality of life for individuals and their families. In 202, she received the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association's Early Career Contributions in Research Award.

She has also been actively involved in professional organizations including the Ontario Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (OSLA), Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC), the Dysphagia Research Society, and the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA).

Academic Member (SLP) 
First Appointed: 2024

Sam Sinjari

Sam Sinjari of Windsor, Ontario, has over 17 years of experience in the automotive finance industry, serving as a Director of Finance and currently as a Chief Revenue Officer. He is deeply passionate about serving others and making a positive difference in his community.

Sam is actively involved with local organizations, such as “No Time for That” (Anti-Bullying Society) and Hotel Dieu Grace Healthcare Foundation. He also hosts Empowering Kindness, a local radio show highlighting the work of nonprofits and local community champions.

His philanthropic efforts include planting 50 large trees at Gignac Park and providing food for low-income families through the Unemployed Help Centre and Downtown Mission. He also supports organizations such as The Salvation Army and Hand and Hand Support.

A well-known motivational speaker, Sam has been recognized as a Community Champion by the Odette School of Business at the University of Windsor. His work reflects a consistent commitment to creating lasting change and improving opportunities for the Windsor-Essex community.

Public Member
First Appointed: 2023
Re-appointed: September 2024

Fredrick A. Walker is a security professional with over 30 years of experience in security, law enforcement, and risk management. As President and Director of Executive Protection Services Group and Exec Security Systems Inc., he oversees the company's strategic direction and growth, building on his success in transitioning EPS Group to a hybrid contract security guard company. This transformation has integrated advanced security technologies, including access control, close protection, CCTV, and burglary alarm systems.

Fredrick is currently Licensed as a Private Investigator and Security Guard in Ontario, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island. He brings a deep understanding of public and private sector complexities to his work. His expertise includes developing effective risk reduction strategies, fostering client relationships, and driving organizational growth. Fredrick is committed to serving and protecting the public with integrity and professionalism.

Beyond his professional work, Fredrick is a dedicated community member. He joined Rotary Club of Pickering in 2018 and served as President from 2022 to 2024, demonstrating his leadership and commitment to community service.

Public Member
First Appointed: 2025

Angela Weaver earned her Master of Clinical Science in Audiology from Western University in 2011. She also holds a Master of Arts degree in Classical Languages and has a keen interest in Greek and Roman history.

Angela works as a clinical audiologist specializing in adult hearing and amplification at Costco Wholesale in Ottawa. She previously worked as a national manager helping to oversee all of the Costco Hearing Aid Centres across Canada.

For six years, Angela served as a director on the board for the Canadian Academy of Audiology. Outside of Costco, Angela's other full time job is helping her husband manage their two young children.

Professional Member (AUD) District 1
First Elected: 2023