Leadership Team
Senior Leadership Team

Janet Noel-Annable
Chief Executive Officer
Janet Noel-Annable is the Chief Executive Officer of Christian Horizons, an international organization that provides services and supports...

Angelica DeVos
Chief Financial Officer
As Chief Financial Officer at Christian Horizons, Angelica DeVos provides strong leadership in the areas of finance, legal...

Eugene Versteeg
Senior Vice President
Eugene graduated with a Masters of Leadership Degree from Royal Roads University and has worked in the Developmental...

Dwayne Milley
Vice President of Operations
Dwayne Milley has served with Christian Horizons since 1992. Currently serving as Vice President of Operations, Dwayne spent...

Jennifer Gleva
Vice President Human Resources
As Vice President of Human Resources, Jennifer leads our Human Resources, Leadership Development and Workplace Learning Departments. Through...

Janet Noel-Annable
Chief Executive Officer
Janet Noel-Annable is the Chief Executive Officer of Christian Horizons, an international organization that provides services and supports to people with disabilities in Canada and in developing countries around the world. Janet was hired as a Direct Support Professional for Christian Horizons in Ottawa in 1989. Since then Janet filled various roles within Christian Horizons culminating with her appointment as Chief Executive Officer in 2011.
With a daily commitment to serving vulnerable people and following the example set by Jesus Christ, Janet is grateful for both the professional development and the lessons learned from walking alongside people as they make their way in the world.
Janet is dedicated to the vision of Christian Horizons in that all people who experience disabilities belong to communities in which their God-given gifts are valued and respected. As a natural collaborator, Janet builds partnerships with the faith-based agencies and churches, government and other organizations, believing that together we have the strength to build communities of belonging for all people with disabilities.
Janet grew up in Newfoundland and is a graduate of Carleton University. She currently resides in the Kitchener-Waterloo area with her husband, Bill Annable. Together they have four grown children and enjoy spending time with family and friends.
Contact Janet or Lisa Geerlinks, Director, Office of the CEO and Board Relations

Angelica DeVos
Chief Financial Officer
As Chief Financial Officer at Christian Horizons, Angelica DeVos provides strong leadership in the areas of finance, legal affairs, information technology and business development. Angelica’s passion, dedication and servant leadership play a vital role in the efficient delivery of our supports and services to over 2,000 people with developmental disabilities and their families in Ontario and Saskatchewan.
Angelica joined Christian Horizons as Director of Finance in 2004. After working in the business sector as a Chartered Accountant for 20 years, she welcomed the opportunity to use her gifts to benefit a faith-based organization that shares her values. In May 2009, Angelica embraced a new challenge and took on the role of Chief Financial Officer.
Contact Angelica or the Senior Leadership Executive Assistant, Catalina Hernandez.

Eugene Versteeg
Senior Vice President
Eugene graduated with a Masters of Leadership Degree from Royal Roads University and has worked in the Developmental Services field since 1990.
Eugene has held a number of positions within Christian Horizons – from direct support to different management and leadership positions including within the Human Resources department. Eugene was appointed as Senior Vice President in 2014. He currently oversees the following departments: Organizational Culture and Spiritual Life; International Partnerships; Communications and Development; Quality, Research and Practice Initiatives; Strategic Planning; and Community Engagement.
Working within the broad Developmental Services Sector, Eugene participates on a number of sector wide committees, including the Provincial Network and OASIS Labour Relations Committee.
Eugene’s passion is leading the strategic transformational work within Christian Horizons, creating and aligning our work with our Christian values, vision, and mission.

Dwayne Milley
Vice President of Operations
Dwayne Milley has served with Christian Horizons since 1992. Currently serving as Vice President of Operations, Dwayne spent most of his career based in the Toronto area, including ten years as Executive Director.
Dwayne and Karen, his wife of over 25 years, are proud parents to Deepika. Deepika joined their family at six years old in 2014. They live in a little house in the west end of Toronto. Deepika’s arrival interrupted Dwayne’s studies at Wycliffe College towards a Master’s degree in Theological Studies and Development. One day he’ll get back at it.
Dwayne’s personal vision in life is that ‘everyone plays’-every person has something rare and special to offer and deserves an opportunity to express it. We each have an obligation to make it happen so that all of us can be blessed by the gifts of others.

Jennifer Gleva
Vice President Human Resources
As Vice President of Human Resources, Jennifer leads our Human Resources, Leadership Development and Workplace Learning Departments. Through Jennifer’s dedication to seeing employees being empowered to provide amazing supports and services, the 3600 employees of Christian Horizons can continue to passionately serve people who experience disabilities.
Jennifer came to Christian Horizons in 2009 as a Human Resources Manager. In 2011 she was successful in the role of Director of Human Resources and in 2015 Jennifer was appointed the position of Vice President of Human Resources. Jennifer brings a strong background in Human Resources to the role with an emphasis on employee wellness, satisfaction and engagement.
Contact Jennifer or the Human Resources Executive Assistant.
Executive Directors

Shawn Eddison
Central East District Executive Director
(Serving Cobourg, Port Hope, Lindsay, Peterborough and the Durham Region) Shawn began his career with Christian Horizons over...

Paul Gillam
Central East Executive Director
Paul has been with Christian Horizons for 27 years, beginning as a Direct Support Professional in Peterborough and...

Jackie Monforton
East District Executive Director
(serving Ottawa & Kingston) Jackie has served with Christian Horizons 30 years. Jackie began her career with Christian...

Patty Vlaar
West District Executive Director
Patty has served with Christian Horizons for over 25 years in a variety of different positions.

Ann Gyurmanczi
South District Executive Director
Ann has worked within Christian Horizons for 25 years, in positions including Direct Support Professional, Job Placement Facilitator,...

Ingrid Dykstra
North District Executive Director
Ingrid came to Christian Horizons in 1984 as a part-time Direct Support Professional. Throughout the course of her...

Irene Moore
Central District Executive Director
Irene began her career at Christian Horizon in March 1989. She has served in many roles over the...

Stefan Thomas
Saskatchewan Executive Director
Stefan has served within Christian Horizons for more than 10 years. He started as a Direct Support Professional...

Mark Wallace
Executive Director Organizational Culture & International Partners
Mark came to Christian Horizons in 2007 in a dual role of Direct Support Professional and a member...

Shawn Eddison
Central East District Executive Director
(Serving Cobourg, Port Hope, Lindsay, Peterborough and the Durham Region)
Shawn began his career with Christian Horizons over 25 years ago as a Direct Support Professional.
Over the years, Shawn has worked in many different communities and in a variety of different roles. Shawn has been the Executive Director of the Central East district since 2007.
Shawn oversees more than 600 staff and approximately 235 people receive services in the Central East District.

Paul Gillam
Central East Executive Director
Paul has been with Christian Horizons for 27 years, beginning as a Direct Support Professional in Peterborough and then moving on to serve in various management positions for the last 19 years, including Program Manager, Area Manager, and District Services Manager.
Paul is passionate about providing services where people can experience full citizenship and self-determination by influencing community resources to further the interests of the people we serve.

Jackie Monforton
East District Executive Director
(serving Ottawa & Kingston)
Jackie has served with Christian Horizons 30 years. Jackie began her career with Christian Horizons as a Direct Support Professional and, in her tenure, has progressed through various management positions. She became the Executive Director of the East District in 2010 and currently supports over 400 staff and approximately 175 people receive services in the East District.

Patty Vlaar
West District Executive Director
Patty has served with Christian Horizons for over 25 years in a variety of different positions.

Ann Gyurmanczi
South District Executive Director
Ann has worked within Christian Horizons for 25 years, in positions including Direct Support Professional, Job Placement Facilitator, Program Manager, Community Development Manager and Area Manager in numerous communities.
With her considerable experience, Ann demonstrates a dedication to empower people to reach their full potential here, and around the world.
Ann’s volunteer experience with Christian Horizons Global has allowed her to impact lives, and empower people, in countries such as Guatemala, Ukraine, Armenia, Sri Lanka and Ethiopia.

Ingrid Dykstra
North District Executive Director
Ingrid came to Christian Horizons in 1984 as a part-time Direct Support Professional. Throughout the course of her career with Christian Horizons Ingrid has served in a variety of roles, and as of October 2013 she has been serving as the Executive Director for the North District.
Ingrid oversees over 350 staff and approximately 185 people receive services in the North District.

Irene Moore
Central District Executive Director
Irene began her career at Christian Horizon in March 1989. She has served in many roles over the past 30 years. Most recently, she has been recognized for her work with Humber College in helping to develop the Culinary Skill Development & Employment Program for people with developmental disabilities.
In her previous role as Area Manager, Irene is co-leading with Jackie Monforton, Executive Director for the East District, to promote Influencing Belonging throughout Christian Horizons.
Irene is well respected within the Developmental Services Sector and in government. Her passion for the vision of Christian Horizons is evident to anyone who has worked with her.

Stefan Thomas
Saskatchewan Executive Director
Stefan has served within Christian Horizons for more than 10 years. He started as a Direct Support Professional in Cobourg (ON), then a Program Manager in Peterborough (ON). Following that Stefan moved to Saskatchewan where he has served as Team Leader and most recently, as Area Manager for Waldheim, Saskatoon and Warman communities.

Mark Wallace
Executive Director Organizational Culture & International Partners
Mark came to Christian Horizons in 2007 in a dual role of Direct Support Professional and a member of the Organizational Culture and Spiritual life team. Throughout the course of his career with Christian Horizons, Mark has served in a variety of roles, and as of 2013, he has been serving as the Executive Director of Christian Horizons Global.
Mark oversees a small team in Canada and that supports a diverse team of local staff and volunteers serving thousands of people in Ethiopia, Guatemala, Haiti, Kenya and Nicaragua.
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Our Board
Christian Horizons Board of Directors is a dedicated group of volunteers who govern the organization of Christian Horizons. The Directors pledge to uphold the Christian Faith Foundation of Christian Horizons and lead following the vision, mission and values of the organization. Below is a list of the current Directors. Directors are elected to a three year term at the Annual General Meeting, and can serve 2 consecutive terms.
Clare Lebold
President and Chair
- Clare lives in Kitchener, Ontario. He is a Pastor and Educator.
- Clare is in his sixth year with the Board of Directors.
Judy Eerkes
Vice Chair
- Judy lives in Jordan Station, Ontario.
- She is a Clinical Leader in the Autism Spectrum Disorder Program at the Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre. Judy is in her third year on the Board of Directors.
Rick Elliott
Vice Chair
- Rick lives in Brantford, Ontario. He is retired and was a Business Development Manager.
- Rick is in his fourth year on the Board of Directors.
Mark Ghesquiere
Secretary
- Mark lives in Simcoe, Ontario and he is a physician.
- This is Mark’s fifth year on the Board of Directors.
Rebecca Evans
Member at Large
- Rebecca lives in Toronto, Ontario. She is a Public Health Nurse.
- Rebecca is in her third year on the Board of Directors.
Tim Epp
Director
- Tim lives in Dundas, Ontario. He is an Associate Professor of Sociology at Redeemer University.
- This is his fifth year on the Board of Directors.
Lori Weiler-Thiessen
Director
- Lori lives in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. She is an educator.
- Lori is in her fifth year with the Board of Directors.
Aimo Manninen
Director
- Aimo lives in Southampton, Ontario. He is a retired principal.
- Aimo is in his second year back on the Board of Directors.
Marty Robinson
Director
- Marty lives in Wellesley, Ontario. He works for Habitat for Humanity Canada.
- This is Marty’s second year on the Board of Directors.
Alisha Ramlogan
Director
- Alisha lives in Toronto, Ontario. She is a Registered Nurse.
- This is Alishaâs first year on the Board of Directors.
Beth Woof
Member at Large
- Beth lives in Ancaster, Ontario and she is a high school principal.
- Beth is returning to the Board of Directors this year, beginning another term.
Mike Wellman
Director
- Mike lives in Waterloo, Ontario and he is a financial planner.
- Mike is in his first year on the Board of Directors.