Executive

Jeff Grantham, President

Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration
Major(s)/Minor: Business Administration / Psychology
Area of Interest: Human Resources
Why BASA: My involvement with BASA started very early on in its beginnings. I saw the need for student representation of the Business Students especially during this amazing time of growth for the New Faculty of Business & Economics and the B.BA degree. I saw the great potential for BASA, became President in 2007/2008 and have been passionate about it ever since.
Tip for 1st year students: Get involved, there is so much more to your university career than attending classes and going home. When you get involved you get to meet many new people who can become some of your close friends throughout your time in university and in the future. Work hard - play hard, it is extremely important to study and give your best to your education but it is also important to balance that out with some fun.

Tristan Friesen, Vice President

Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration/Bachelor of Arts
Major(s)/Minor: Business Administration / Psychology
Area of Interest: Business Strategy/ Marketing
Why BASA: I choose BASA because I saw the opportunity to showcase my talents to the community while also giving back to the student body in a meaningful way. BASA has been my mechanism for experiencing real teamwork and problem solving, in a revolutionary and empowering way.
Tip for 1st year students: Plan out your degree as early as you can. This will ensure that you have the required prerequisites to get into the courses you want and that you only take courses that you are required to. Also, use the services of the Academic Advisors. See one at least once a year to make sure you’re on, and remain to be on the right track.

Carlyle Paetkau, Treasurer

Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration
Major(s)/Minor: Administrative Studies/Economics
Area of Interest: Accounting
Why BASA: I chose BASA because I wanted the opportunity to network with people, both in the business sense but also at a student level.
Tip for 1st year students: Do not cram right before a test or an exam. Take the time to learn and understand the material given. If you don’t understand it, talk to your professor. That is what they are there for and you have a great opportunity to know them with the smaller class sizes.

Chaz Nnadi, Co-Officer of Marketing

Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration
Major(s)/Minor: Administrative Studies/ Psychology
Area of Interest: Human Resources
Why BASA: I wanted a chance to explore more of what the university had to offer me and to challenge myself.
Tip for 1st year students:Choose your group members carefully! Don’t just choose your friends. Choose people whose critical thinking and judgment you respect and feel you can rely on. Your friends should still be your friends after the group project is over.

Adam Olafson, Co-Officer of Marketing

Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Science
Major(s)/Minor: Administrative Studies and Biochemistry
Area of Interest: Marketing and Finance
Why BASA: When the position for Officer of Marketing became available, I saw the possibility to not only gain experience and network but I also saw an opportunity to direct my energy and contribute my insights towards enhancing student life.
Tip for 1st year students: First and foremost...SIT BACK AND RELAX! Thats right. Chill! You'll never know where you're going unless you allow yourself the air to breathe. Whatever sense of direction you need will come much more naturally when less tense. And try new things; dont get yourselves caught up in a narrow mind. I'm a huge believer in taking the windy path, even in this fast-paced business world. Live for yourself, not for your job. You only live once, but if you live right, once is more than enough!

Justin Rodger, Officer of Communications

Degree: 4 year BBA, 3 year BA Economics
Area of Interest: Financial markets and competitiveness
Why BASA: Because BASA is a great way to work with other students and partners to further develop the faculty and the program while having some fun.
Tip for 1st year students: Get Involved! Meet people, have a good time and relax. The first year is the most leisurely, it gets tougher later.

Kyle Hemenway, Officer of Events

Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration
Major(s)/Minor: Business Administration
Area of Interest: Accounting
Why BASA: I wanted the opportunity to further my educational studies, as well to give back to my university. This university is such a “untapped resource” in the business field, all it needs is the right leadership.
Tip for 1st year students: Go to class! Obvious, right? Maybe, but sleeping in and skipping that 8 am class will be tempting at times. Avoid the temptation. Besides just learning the material, you will also receive vital information from the professors about what to expect on tests, changes in due dates, etc.

Roxanne Garand, Officer of Operations

Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration
Major(s)/Minor: Administrative Studies/Production
Area of Interest: Mixed
Why BASA: I thought that BASA would be a great way to get more involved not only in my university but also in the business department.
Tip for 1st year students: Just take a deep breath and relax. Things will start to fall into place and university will become more natural to you. Also, don’t be afraid to ask questions or meet with professors to get a better feel for material being taught or assignments.

Steven Hobson, Officer of Information Technology (IT)

Degree: Bachelor of Business Administration (Honors)
Major(s)/Minor: Business Administration/Politics
Area of Interest: High Tech Sector Management, Copyright Law
Why BASA: I took this great opportunity to meet others with similar interests, and be part of and contribute to this valuable association for business students.
Tip for 1st year students: Create a schedule for yourself so that you can fall into a pattern of how your week goes every semester. Planning your time may seem tedious but it can truly keep you working efficiently, well rested and more relaxed.