Evan Taylor – President – Elected February 2022

Evan is a registered architect at Architecture49.

“It is an honour to contribute to an organization that supports spaces for the arts and artist communities which make our city special.”

Philip Bobby (He/Him) – Treasurer – Elected February 2021

Philip is a Chartered Professional Accountant and manager at Fort Group Chartered Professional Accountants where he specializes in assurance engagements for non-profit, private company and first nation communities. 

Committees: Fundraising Committee

Philip lives in the downtown area and understands the importance and impact that arts and culture can have on the surrounding community.

Barb Besner – Director – Elected February 2024

Barb is a planner with a background in research, policy, non-profit governance, and arts administration. She is currently Research and Governance Manager at United Way Winnipeg.

Gabrielle Lisi- Director – Elected February 2025

Bio coming soon

Jordan Stranger – Director – Elected February 2023

Jordan works as a full-time self-employed visual artist and graphic designer operating under his own brand, Totem Doodem.
Currently, he is creating a new series of paintings and installations for a future art exhibition titled “Manitou”.

“I believe in an inclusive space for all artists to make their mark and follow their dreams.”

Layla Freig- Director – Elected February 2023

Layla is a financial, strategic and creative consultant. She specializes in fashion, but works across all sectors, helping businesses build, grow and scale. She also works directly with emerging visual artists to help them build their brands and put on shows across Canada.

“I believe in the importance of investing in creativity to build happy and healthy communities, foster artistic ability and success, and promote representation. Artspace does exactly that by providing artists of all mediums and creative outlets, with a space and platform to develop their business in.”

Jeff Palmer – Director – Elected February 2025

Bio coming soon

Erica Charron – Secretary – Elected February 2024

Erica is the founder/principal at Elle Community Strategies, bringing tailored facilitation, consultation, and research services to nonprofits and businesses looking to enhance their impact within their local communities.

Adam Wrublowsky – Director – Elected February 2024

Bio coming soon

Ingrid Hanson – Director – Elected February 2025

Bio coming soon

Evan Sinclair – Vice President – Elected February 2022

Evan is a professional urban planner and longtime skateboarder

“Our local arts community is essential for so many reasons – from animating our urban spaces to strengthening our economy to showcasing our diverse cultural landscape. By providing space and resources to this community, Artspace plays an important role in its continued success.”