Asyma Solutions | E3 Registration

We are excited to be hosting E3, a free day of learning for non-profit and First Nations financial leaders.

Join us on October 22nd from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. to learn from industry experts how digital transformation is impacting financials in the nonprofit sector. Many nonprofits are overwhelmed trying to manage high workloads with limited resources. Together, we will explore the best tools, strategies, and resources to help you navigate financial complexities within your organization.

Accountants are eligible to claim learning credit by attending. Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

Laura Lechien

Sales Director

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Laura brings over 20 years of experience in workflow and content management to every engagement. A customer-centric professional with deep expertise spanning sales, consulting, project management, and training, Laura has built a reputation as a trusted subject matter expert and sought-after speaker at industry events worldwide. She specializes in equipping organizations with the tools, strategies, and insights needed to streamline business processes, reduce operational costs, and drive measurable results. Known for translating complex challenges into practical, actionable solutions, Laura partners with teams to modernize how they work—helping businesses move faster, operate smarter, and stay ahead in an evolving digital landscape..

Erin Gardiner

Founder & Owner

Executive Edge CFO Advisory Group

Erin Gardiner, CPA, CA, is the founder and owner of Executive Edge CFO Advisory Group, Saskatchewan’s premier First Nations-owned and operated CPA advisory firm. A member of the Witset First Nation, Erin brings more than 15 years of experience in accounting, audit, and financial reporting. She began her career articling at a Big 4 firm in Calgary before advancing into senior industry roles across multiple energy sectors. Today, she brings that executive-level and technical expertise back to community, specializing in bridging the gap between operational management and strategic financial governance for First Nations governments and business organizations. Passionate about financial literacy and capacity building, Erin works directly alongside leadership and management teams to streamline operations, modernize reporting, and translate complex financial information into clear, actionable community stories.

Dan Papakonstantino

President & Co-Founder

Manusonic

Dan Papakonstantino is the President and Co-Founder of Manusonic Inc., a leading provider of time and attendance and workforce management solutions. His focus is on sales and marketing and channel management. He co-founded Manusonic in 2002 and has been servicing small to mid-size private and not-for-profit organizations throughout North America. Dan has more than 20 years of experience working with Sage clients and partners where he started his career as account executive in 1998.

Chris Yu

Finance Manager

Columbia College Calgary

Chris is a Chartered Professional Accountant with over 30 years of progressive experience in corporate accounting and finance across diverse industries. For the last 10 years, he has held senior financial management positions in the non-profit sector, such as CFO and Director of Finance for senior care organizations. Currently, Chris is the Finance Manager at Columbia College, a private career college in Calgary. He leads the accounting team and oversees all things accounting and finance for the college.

Bushra Ikram

Finance Manager

Real Estate Council of Alberta

Bushra Ikram, CPA, MBA, is the Manager, Finance at the Real Estate Council of Alberta, where she oversees financial operations, reporting, and process improvements. She brings a diverse accounting background with experience in not-for-profit organizations, public accounting, and the insurance sector. Bushra played a key role as the client lead during the implementation of Sage Intacct, working closely with consultants to streamline processes and enhance reporting capabilities. She offers a practical, client-side perspective on what makes financial system implementations successful.