Our Board

Since November 21, 2019, Derrick has been a member of the Board of Directors of TCOC. Derrick Thue is a seasoned C-suite executive highly experienced within strategic leadership, finance, corporate governance, and policy development. Driven and innovative with proven ability to exercise excellent judgement when presented with decisions and challenging situations.
Extensive experience creating vision and strategy at the organizational level. Able to effectively oversee management of a company by leveraging deep understanding of all financial matters.
Championed an engaged and effective company culture and developed strong working relationships with diverse groups. Experience with successfully facilitating diplomatic resolution of difficult issues through superior communication and negotiation skills. Natural strengths include strategic oversight, coaching, performance, thinking conceptually and successfully leading organizations through extremely challenging situations. Passionate commitment to consistently demonstrate character and integrity.

Since August 2018, Michael has been a member of the Board of Directors of TCOC. Michael Litzenberger grew up in Neudorf, SK. He completed his post-secondary education at SIAST, specializing in Business – Accountancy. After a brief stint in the private sector, Michael took a position in the Audit Branch of the ministry of Finance. Michael progressed through the Audit Branch over the past 14 years and currently holds a supervisor position.
Michael is a husband and father of two – a six-year-old son and a three-year-old daughter. In 2011, Michael and his family moved out of Regina to the small community of Indian Head to accommodate Michael’s wife’s employment at the Prairie Valley School Division. Michael has recently began coaching the Indian Head Chief’s initiation hockey team. Some of his hobbies include fishing, camping, and travelling.

Jennifer Skuse has been a dedicated member of the Board of Directors at TCOC since November 2018. She graduated from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) in 2016 with a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting. In 2020, she earned her designation as a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) in Canada.
Currently, Jennifer serves as a Financial Reporting Manager at the Ministry of Finance. Her commitment to community involvement is evident through her volunteer work, including her contributions to the Canada Volunteer Income Tax Program and her active role in the communications committee at her workplace. Additionally, she was an active member of the SAIT Student Accounting Association, where she promoted the association and engaged in various community service activities.
Before pursuing her college education, Jennifer spent several years working and traveling across Australia, Europe, and the UK. During her travels, she met her wife, who is from England. Together, they have two young children. In her leisure time, Jennifer enjoys reading and spending quality time with her family.

Since November 21, 2019, Larry has been a member of the Board of Directors of TCOC. Larry Hiles has a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, supplemented by a Fellowship from the Institute of Canadian Bankers (FICB), his Certified Director(C. Dir.) status as a graduate of the Directors College, and his CMC designation (Certified Management Consultant). Larry’s career has given him executive experience in agricultural and commercial banking, manufacturing, economic development, tourism and non-profit organizations. Larry has also been very active in board governance, having chaired organizations such as Information Services Corporation of Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce, Saskatchewan Economic Development Association, Regina Palliative Care Inc., and Springboard West Innovations Inc.
Currently, Larry is a Chair for TEC Canadian Regina providing executive coaching to CEO’s and business owners and is an Associate with Praxis Consulting; and from 2015-2019 was also the Manager of the Centre for Management Development (CMD) in the Faculty of Business, University of Regina. Before joining TEC Canada, Praxis, and the CMD, Larry was President & CEO of Regina Regional Opportunities Commission, and prior to that Regina Regional Economic Development Authority. Larry was also CFO for Doepker Industries, and worked for CIBC for 25 years, concluding his career there as the bank’s senior representative in Saskatchewan and with responsibility for commercial banking.
Larry’s experiences have given him a deep understanding of how business and the economy works. He is known for his ability to provide strategic insight into business issues and provide leadership in strategy development, risk management, governance, communications, financial structuring and management, and organizational design, all of which have positioned him well for his current roles as a consultant and coach. Larry currently is a member of the Boards of FHQ Developments, the Institute of Certified Management Consultants of Saskatchewan (Chair),and Thomas’s Circle of Care.

Christopher Haines is the Vice President of Finance at Harvard Media, where he leads the company’s financial strategy, reporting, and budgeting. He plays a key role in helping the organization make informed decisions and plan for sustainable growth.
Chris holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting from the University of Regina and is in the final stages of completing his Chartered Professional Accountant designation through CPA Saskatchewan.
Before joining Harvard Media, Chris worked at Deloitte LLP as an Audit Manager. There, he worked with clients across a range of industries, leading audit teams and advising on financial reporting, internal controls, and operational improvements.
He is known for his thoughtful approach, collaborative leadership, and ability to turn complex financial information into clear insights. Chris is passionate about using finance to support innovation, strengthen teams, and help organizations move forward with confidence.

Dave joined the Thomas’ Circle of Care board in 2024. During his long career in the human services, he worked as a psychologist before moving into management roles in the Ministry of Social Services and the Regina Qu’Appelle Health Authority. He oversaw programs in Child Welfare, provincially and Mental Health and Addiction programs in the Regina-based Health Authority.  After retiring, Dave continued to provide consulting services to government ministries and human service agencies in Saskatchewan and other provinces. He has served as a director on various community agency boards for many years, including Regina Symphony Orchestra, Phoenix Residential Society and Ranch Ehrlo Society. He has also served as a patient/family partner on various provincial health committees and initiatives.  Dave likes to stay active and enjoys swimming, biking, hiking and skiing. Dave and his wife, Marilyn, live in Regina and have three adult children.

Latesh is an experienced procurement and business operations professional with expertise in contract management, governance, and strategic planning. He holds an MBA and a Bachelor of Engineering, along with certifications including Project Management Professional (PMP) and Contracts and Commercial Management Practitioner (CCMP).
Latesh brings a collaborative leadership style and a strong focus on risk management, policy development, and stakeholder engagement. His combination of technical expertise and strategic insight makes him a valuable asset to any Board of Directors committed to strong governance and sustainable growth.

Palash Sanyal is a governance advisor, certified professional facilitator, and sustainability strategist with over 15 years of experience spanning the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. He serves on multiple for-profit and non-profit boards, contributing expertise in governance, equity, and risk oversight. Palash is the Principal of Governing Water, a consultancy that explores how systems (like care, housing), environmental resilience, and social trust can shape the next generation of institutions, where the future is not predicted, but designed with intention.

Alexandra Acoose is an Indigenous woman from Zagime Anishinabek on Treaty 4 Territory with a deep rooted commitment to community, social impact, equity, and Indigenous economic empowerment.
A proud graduate of the University of Regina and the First Nations University of Canada, Alexandra holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with Distinction. She also has certifications in Reconciliation and First Nations Economic Development, allowing her to advocate effectively for culturally appropriate and trauma-informed care. Alexandra brings a unique blend of academic excellence, front-line experience, and cultural knowledge to any role she is in.
While currently working in the financial sector, Alexandra supports businesses by managing a suite of cash management products and services. Her background also includes previous experience serving on a nonprofit board that focused on social impact, and she has hands-on experience as a child support worker, giving her a firsthand understanding of the challenges and needs within emergency child care and family services.
Alexandra brings both heart and strategy to the boardroom, offering a valuable perspective grounded in lived experience, professional insight, and a deep dedication to uplifting Indigenous communities.