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Board of Directors

Christopher Cutler

Christopher Cutler

Founder & Executive Director

Christopher Cutler founded The Heather Cutler Foundation to improve pancreatic cancer outcomes in Canada. He drives strategic vision, policy engagement, and organizational growth, inspired by his mother’s experience with pancreatic cancer.

Bethany Cutler

Bethany Cutler

Secretary & Treasurer

Bethany Cutler brings operational and financial expertise to the Foundation. She supports governance, compliance, and organizational oversight, ensuring strong systems for reporting, accountability, and strategic growth.

Barry Cutler

Vice President

Barry Cutler draws on personal experience as a caregiver to provide insight into patient support and family-centered advocacy, informing the Foundation’s approach to community engagement.

Deanne Matsushima

Director of Digital Systems & Creative Operations

Deanne Matsushima leverages over a decade of experience in project management and program coordination, overseeing digital systems, creative operations, and secure communication infrastructure across the Foundation.

Lisa Gillespie

Lisa Gillespie

Community Director

Lisa Gillespie brings extensive community engagement experience and ensures the Foundation’s programs reflect patient and volunteer perspectives, strengthening outreach and inclusion.

Xianjie Li

Xianjie Li

Director of Communications

Xianjie Li has a background in business analysis and communications strategy. He focuses on knowledge translation, digital messaging, and stakeholder engagement to support the Foundation’s initiatives.

Moshfeka Akhter

Moshfeka Akhter

Board Member

Moshfeka Akhter is a marketing and analytics professional with a BSc in Economics. She has experience developing data-driven campaigns, digital content strategy, and performance optimization in both Canadian and international contexts.

Nazanin Aboozari

Nazanin Aboozari

Board Member

Nazanin Aboozari has a Master’s in Human Kinetics and Recreation and extensive event planning experience. She has coordinated projects, workshops, and large-scale programs, combining leadership and organizational expertise to support community initiatives.