Meet Our Team

Dedicated to Driving Change in Diabetes Research

At the Alberta Diabetes Foundation, our team is passionate about advancing diabetes research, supporting those affected by diabetes, and building a healthier future.

With expertise spanning fundraising, research, donor relations, and community engagement, we work together to make a meaningful impact.

  • Executive Director

    Lindsay Burnham, CFRE, is the Executive Director of the Alberta Diabetes Foundation, with over 23 years of experience in the health charity sector.

    A Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE), Lindsay has led strategic fundraising initiatives, corporate partnerships, and awareness campaigns, securing vital funding for diabetes research and patient care.

    Her expertise includes donor relations, event planning, and program development. Driven by personal and professional motivations, Lindsay remains dedicated to improving lives and advancing the search for a cure.

Executive Director

  • Fund Development Officer

    The work ADF does gives me hope as a parent. I believe through ADF’s research funding, that one day my daughter will be able to say “I remember when I had diabetes” and that is priceless to me. "

Fund Development Officer

  • Finance & HR Manager

    Hardik oversees the foundation’s financial and operational strategy, ensuring resources are managed effectively to maximize impact.

    His experience in nonprofit financial management and operational planning allows the foundation to remain transparent and efficient while supporting vital research initiatives.

Finance & HR Manager

  • Director of Philanthropic Partnerships

    Oliver brings over a decade of experience in corporate partnerships and sponsorship development. At the Edmonton Stingers, he helped grow partnership revenue significantly and secured major multi-year agreements with leading brands. He later advanced fundraising efforts at Free Play for Kids by securing new sponsorships and government grant support. He holds a diploma in International Business and Sports Management from Dr. Buhmann Akademie in Hannover, Germany.

    With a strong track record of building long-term relationships and connecting donors with meaningful opportunities, Oliver will be instrumental in strengthening our major gifts program and advancing our mission.

Director of Philanthropic Partnerships

  • Marketing & Communication Specialist

    Melissa Perez Casillas joined the Alberta Diabetes Foundation as Marketing Specialist, bringing expertise in content creation, social media, SEO, and graphic design.

    With experience at Rapid Boost Marketing and Mediashaker, she developed strategic content to enhance brand visibility and engagement. Melissa holds a diploma in Arts and Cultural Management from MacEwan University.

    Her personal connection to diabetes fuels her passion for driving impactful research and outreach through her work.

Marketing & Communication Specialist

  • Administrative Coordinator

    Brandy Burns is ADF's Administration Coordinator. Brandy has many years of experience in administration, office management, event planning and working with Canadian nonprofit organizations. Brandy loves Alberta and has lived here all her life. Between her experience and being a seasoned Edmontonian, she looks forward to being a resource and dot connector for people who reach out to ADF for assistance navigating diabetes. 

    When she is not working, Brandy spends time with her family and friends, learning new recipes (she loves potlucks), and visiting her absolute favourite place, Dillberry Lake, Alberta.

Administrative Coordinator