BCCMA - Board Of Directors

BOARD OF DIRECTORS


	Nicole Hyette, Executive Director (Communications) Nicole started with the BCCMA in 2003, and her pride in promoting B.C. artists provincially and nationally has never wavered through her 6 terms with the Association. She has watched the Association develop through the years and is always grateful for the support of the membership in her endeavours on the Board. She has taken great pride in spearheading the Hall of Fame Project, Directors Awards Celebration, free membership and streamlining the awards rules including implementing online voting. She is looking forward to developing the Executive Director position and continuing with the Communications Department. She has also taken the chair of Special Events Director with the 09 CCMA Vancouver Bid Committee and is working with the Merritt Hall of Honour.
	Don Adams, President (Sponsorship)
	Linda Corscadden, Vice President (Membership/Volunteers) Linda is on her 5th term with the Board of Directors. She is a mother of a 13 yr old boy Ty, a sign writer by trade and has her own custom clothing company in the works. Linda's excited about this coming year with so many events being planned. She's looking forward to working with the Directors to see the BCCMA move forward and make it the best it can be. Having stomped her feet to the beat of country music for as long as she can remember, the love of this music will forever live on in her heart. She would like to thank everyone for their continued support, and a HUGE thanks to the best volunteer team a gal could have. Cya'll at the next event !!
	Sue Irving, Secretary/Treasurer (Grants/Education)
	Tom McKillip, Special Events Tom is the 2007 CCMA "Producer of the Year" for his production work on award-winning Aaron Pritchett's sophomore CD. Musician, singer and songwriter, Tom is also a multiple winner of the BCCMA "Producer of the Year", and 2007 "Country Music Person of the Year". He's passionate in his belief in the westcoast talent pool, and is excited about the new wave of artists that he's involved in developing.
	Ron Irving, Seminars/Education Ron Irving is a veteran Canadian singer/songwriter with over 100 songs recorded worldwide in 6 languages. Ron’s songs have been recorded by Anne Murray, Michael Bublé, Lee Greenwood, The Statler Brothers, Asian superstar Jacky Cheung, South African Idol Anke, Germany’s Pop band ‘Trademark’; Lisa Brokop Amanda Stott, Karen Lee Batten and numerous others. His “Holdin’ Out For A Hero” recorded by Danish artist, Wenche recently brought Ron home a Gold record! Many of his songs have been used in feature films, TV series, song folios, TV Commercials, karaoke and ring tones. Also an active performer, music publisher and producer, Ron currently produces tri-lingual Country/Pop artist, Ginette Genereux. Ron is a proud member of the BC Country Music Hall of Fame and has recorded 2 solo CD’s, Into The Blue and has just released You’re Not Alone. His songs have received national awards from both SOCAN and the Canadian Music Publishers Association.
	Mark Patric, Artist Relations Mark is Music Director of 93.7 JRfm along with Music Director and Assistant Program Director of 600 AM.
	Curtis Pope, Artist Relations Curtis is the Afternoon Drive Announcer and Music Director for Country 107.1 . This is Curtis' first term with the board and he hopes his experience and his knowledge will help build the BCCMA bigger and better. Curtis is also a father of three young children which should help him deal with the rest of the board ... He's kidding ... well kinda anyway...
	David Wills, Marketing/Promotions David Wills is an entertainment industry veteran, having experienced it from both the performing and business side. As lead singer for the Canadian band Stonebolt, he saw chart success with hit singles in Canada and internationally. David has a lengthy affiliation with Vancouver’s Sound Kitchen Studios, being involved with marketing and promotions, plus writing, commercial, and music production. He co-manages multiple BCCMA award winners The Higgins and is motivated in helping develop and educate new talent.
	Geoff Dueck, Special Events
	Sheri Ram, Webmaster Sheri has become increasingly involved with the BCCMA since her sister Nicole Hyette joined. She has enjoyed volunteering for many events over the years, and is excited to be able to be a part of this wonderful organization.