Executive Team
Sharon Simmonds, Executive Director
sjsimmonds@preciousminds.com
As one of the founders of the organization, Sharon provides leadership from a social
development perspective and has passion to see families supported well through our
connections, services and partnerships with the community. She is grateful for a
dedicated executive team who work together to bring support, care and hope to people in
Durham Region.
Jan Grisdale, Family Support
jgrisdale@preciousminds.com
Jan has been very active in the community as a mentor, advocate and visionary for
children with disabilities. She has vast personal and professional knowledge and
is a welcome addition to the team.
Sandy Ianuzzo, Child/Youth Programs
sianuzzo@preciousminds.com
Sandy coordinates plans and staff for our child and youth programs. Her genuine care
for each family and every child is evident in all aspects of her work. She always
has a welcoming smile and a word of encouragement.
Sharon Butchart, Community & Fundraising
sbutchart@preciousminds.com
Utilizing her amazing optimism and energy, Sharon is most often out in the community
making important partnerships and promoting our centre. She co-ordinates events and
opportunities to raise the funds necessary to provide our services.
Pat Kerry, Administration & Accounting
admin@preciousminds.com
Pat handles the day-to-day operations at our centre and provides support to the executive team.
You will always find her with a friendly smile, cheerful laugh and open ear.
Charlotte Truter, Marketing & Communication
ctruter@preciousminds.com
Charlotte brings vast experience and professionalism to Precious Minds, working to
expand our exposure and creating communication tools and resources to support the
vision of the organization. She is a welcome addition to the team in 2010.
Barry Grisdale, Facilities & Maintenance
Barry is recently retired from IBM and lives just around the corner from the
Resource and Learning Centre. We are thankful for his abilities, commitment to
Precious Minds and his calming presence.
