FCRC BOARD MEMBERS

Patrizia C. Valle, B.A., J.D., Q.MED.

President & Board Chair

Patrizia has 17 years of combined in-house and external General Counsel experience as a Commercial, Corporate, and Mergers & Acquisitions lawyer. Patrizia is a Corporate Governance expert and trusted advisor to senior management and boards of directors.  In 2017, Patrizia founded General Counsel Consulting, filling a void in the legal services industry, and providing flexibility for clients and General Counsel alike. Patrizia has had the privilege of working on a number of important milestone projects and deals during her career, in particular in the energy sector. Due to Patrizia's extensive background as an external general counsel for start-ups, large corporations, and government entities, Patrizia excels at managing and mitigating complex legal and risk management challenges, thereby supporting strategic performance.

R. Shawn Black

Director & Treasurer
Over 25 years management and entrepreneurial experience. Shawn started his first company at 18 years of age and successfully grew the operation to spearhead its sale 3 years later. His methods have been documented in University level business course case study text books, and are used as course curriculum.  A large amount of Shawn's management experience comes from the hospitality industry spanning Caribbean, Central America, and North America, as General Manager and as Corporate Director of multiple properties from private & independent brands, as well as Starwood Hotels & Resorts, and Nikki Beach Hotels & Resorts.  Shawn's expertise in the hospitality sector was noticed by the workforce accommodation sector of oil & gas in the Canadian market.  His innovations to the industry have made him sought after by private and large corporate companies in this sector looking to have him teach their organizations how to change their methods to attract and retain their workforce.  Shawn is also Cancer survivor and an experienced user of CBD for pain management and treatment so he has a very insightful view to share with all.

Chantale Desilets

Secretary & Director
Originally from Quebec, Chantale has called Calgary her home for the past 13 years, a city that has deeply influenced her professional journey. With a background in Business Administration, Chantale embarked on a career path that initially saw her excel as a buyer, blending acute business acumen with an eye for market trends.

Transitioning seamlessly into the field of marketing, Chantale has dedicated the last decade to mastering this dynamic arena. Chantale’s passion for marketing culminated in the establishment of her own agency, CD Branding Co., where she channels her expertise to drive innovative strategies and deliver impactful results.

Beyond her professional endeavours, Chantale is deeply committed to giving back to the community, actively seeking ways to help and make a positive difference in the lives of others. This blend of professional expertise and community spirit is what Chantale brings to the Foothills Concussion & Rehabilitation Centre.