Past President / Amanda Lapierre

Amanda, a liver transplant recipient, brings her Executive Assistant background in legal and business operations to her role on the Board. She has also been working and volunteering with various organ donation, transplantation and research non-profits for over 10 years.

Treasurer / Brett Third

Brett joined the HTHS Board after his heart transplant in September 2013. Brett’s 30 years of project management experience through the family steel business, George Third & Son, as well as his commitment to the care of fellow heart transplant patients, are great assets to the HTHS.

Home Manager / Kim Walker

Originally from Penticton, BC, Kim needed to relocate to Vancouver to receive a heart transplant. After her procedure in September 2010, she decided to stay and now contributes her experience in human resources and office management, as well as boundless dedication, to the HTHS Board. 

Secretary / Wade Bayne

The son of HTHS founder Ron Bayne, Wade perpetuates his father’s vision by contributing his business management expertise to support the heart transplant community and the very process that saved his father’s life. Wade provides his expertise and support to continue this worthy cause. 

Board Member / Lesley Finlayson

Lesley, a recent heart transplant recipient, joined the Board in 2015. A professional painter, she was formerly the Department Chair of, and an instructor in, Fine Arts at Langara College. Lesley’s administrative and creative abilities are invaluable when helping the HTHS find suitable accommodation for patients and their families.

President / Elizabeth Edward

Elizabeth received her heart transplant in September 2011 and joined the HTHS Board in 2016. She has over 20 years of experience in post-secondary education, including student advisement, admissions, program planning and marketing. Since receiving her transplant, Elizabeth has been volunteering with various organizations to raise awareness for organ donation and transplant.