Simon Fraser University Administrative & Professional Staff Association

Jeff’s commitment to APSA is long standing. Over his twelve years with SFU, eight of those have involved volunteering with APSA as Area Director, Vice President, Past President and President. When he joined APSA, Jeff was looking to gain a better understanding of the how the Association and the University work. But his main reason for getting involved with the Board of Directors is the same today as it was eight years ago – to help serve the Association. Outside of APSA, Jeff works in SFU's IT Infrastructure as a Systems Administrator, and enjoys playing board and card games.

Neal joined SFU in 1991 and currently serves as a Manager, Library Computer Operations. Working with library systems, Neal manages a team of dedicated consultants and technicians in order to look after the well being of the computing infrastructure. Neal’s involvement with the Board started in 2008, shortly after the Area 7 Director resigned. After spending time as Area Director, Neal moved into the Vice President role, bringing his twenty years of work experience with him. When he’s not looking after SFU’s computing infrastructure, Neal enjoys walking the family's two dogs, watching movies, practicing karate, and skiing.

As Human Resources Liaison for all staff in Lifelong Learning, Nicole works with the Dean and Directors to strategically manage their staffing complement. Nicole serves the Board and members of APSA by drawing on her experience in staff management, along with a background in public administration and strategic Human Resources. As a Human Resource Liaison by day and a graduate student in UVIC’s Masters Public Administration program by night, Nicole has little time left for hobbies. As soon as she graduates, Nicole will return to her special interests in wine, cooking and travelling.

Matthew Grant
Director, Area 2

Of the nine years Matthew has been with SFU, eight of those have been with SFU Surrey. In 2002, Matthew was one of the initial employees at the Surrey campus supporting the transition of the former Technical University of British Columbia to Simon Fraser University. Today, as Associate Director, Enrollment and Marketing, Matthew provides strategic and organizational leadership to the enrollment and marketing activities of SFU Surrey. Joining the Board last year, Matthew aims to learn more about the Association and make a positive difference in the lives of his fellow APSA employees. Away from work, Matthew takes a special interest in water sports, web media and culture, travel (especially locally to BC's many incredible destinations) and spending time with his family and three sons.

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With a desire to help make SFU an even better place to work and as a way to get involved with the University community, Mike joined the APSA Board. Mike works as a Recruitment Coordinator, traveling through BC, Canada and the US, speaking to high school students about SFU’s educational opportunities. As a former graduate of SFU, Mike has experienced both the educational and professional advantages the University has to offer. When he’s home from his travels, Mike enjoys playing squash, spending time with his daughters and socializing with friends.

Seeking a way to get involved and understand how APSA operates, Keith joined the Board. Keith started at SFU in 2005 as a Systems Consultant with IT Services. Over the past five years Keith has moved from Systems Consultant to Intermediate to now Senior Systems Consultant. In his current role, Keith is currently coordinating the CMS evaluation/deployment projects and manages SFU Connect, SFU’s email and calendaring system and WebCT, SFU’s supported learning management system. When he’s not busy with these online systems, Keith loves hanging out with his wife and kids, playing sports and has recently stepped into the world of photography.

KC Jones is no stranger to SFU, or the APSA community. Since 1989, KC has worked in Facilities, currently as Assistant Director, Major Projects, Development Office. In the 20 years KC has been with SFU, many have been spent volunteering on APSA committees, including the Executive Board. KC rejoins the Board once again, this time with a desire to find win-win resolutions for both the current pension issues and salary negotiations. Over the next two years, KC will also use her historical perspective to help the existing Board develop long-term succession planning. Away from work, KC can be found enjoying great wines, collecting art deco and exploring macro photography as she travels through new places.