Tamara Ritchie
Executive Director
Proudly raised in the North, Tamara started with Obair Economic Society in 2018. She is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of the communities that she serves.
Phone: 250-782-2628 ext 101
E-mail: tritchie@obair.ca
Joebelle Flores
Administrative Officer
Joebelle is a Business Management diploma graduate from Northern Lights College. During her studies, she began volunteering at Obair Economic Society where she discovered her passion for community service. Now a dedicated team member, Joebelle is committed to helping individuals achieve their goals. In her free time, she enjoys expressing her creativity through painting.
Phone: 250-782-2628 ext 106
E-mail: jflores@obair.ca
amara Arize
Program Manager
Amara is a certified Project Manager who enjoys managing the project journey of ideation to planning, execution/monitoring, and productivity. Loves to read fiction novels in her downtime and take long walks.
Phone: 250-782-2628 ext 107
E-mail: aarize@obair.ca
Miranda McCauley
Bookkeeper
Over the last 15 years, Miranda has worked in many factions of Finance, as well as Human Resources and Healthy & Safety, receiving an accounting Diploma in 2019, and Payroll Compliance Professional certificate in 2022. She is familiar with the not for profit environment and appreciates that the goals of the organization include providing support and services for those that are planning their careers and may be experiencing employment challenges.
Phone: 250-782-2628 ext 104
E-mail: mmccauley@obair.ca
Juan Carlos Zozobrado
Store Manager
Carlos is a marketing jack-of-all-trades with a Master's Degree in Foreign Service and over 15 years of combined academic and corporate experience. A father of two, he spends his free time going on local and regional adventures with his family.
Phone: 250-782-2628 ext 103
E-mail: jczozobrado@obair.ca
Justin Hupanda
Vocational Coach
Justin is a Post-Degree Business Management graduate from Northern Lights College. As a recognized student leader and volunteer, Justin was awarded by Guard.Me as one of the top campus ambassadors. Passionate about mental health advocacy, he actively engages in community volunteering. He also has a love for travel and is always eager to learn new things.
Phone: 250-782-2628 ext 102
E-mail: jhupanda@obair.ca
Joy Lyn Abraham
Vocational Coach
Having a passion for learning and growth, Joy is committed to serving individuals with aspirations and dreams. She is a former international student and graduate of the Business Management Post-Degree Diploma program from Northern Lights College.
Phone: 250-782-2628 ext 110
E-mail: jabraham@obair.ca
Ramasubbiah Rajendran
Vocational Coach
Ram is a Vocational Coach at Obair Economy Society who is passionate about helping individuals develop the skill and confidence they need to achieve meaningful employment. Outside of work, Ram enjoys carpentry, car repair and spending quality time with Family.
Phone: 250-782-2628 ext 105
E-mail: rrajendran@obair.ca
Brittney Calliou
Administrative Assistant
Brittney brings strong organizational and communication skills to her role as Administrative Assistant. She earned her Administrative Assistant Professional Certificate in May 2022 and is known for her friendly and positive attitude, as well as being adaptable and eager to learn. She is excited to contribute to an organization that supports individuals navigating their career paths and facing employment challenges. Outside of work, she enjoys reading and expressing herself through creative writing.