susan.henry@alterna.ca
416.575.5862 

Susan Henry has over 25 years’ experience working with underserved, underrepresented individuals and communities. Her passion and dedication focus on the foundation of “Financial Inclusion for all”. Susan was instrumental in leading the launch of Alterna Savings’ award-winning Community Microfinance Program and the Community Loan Funds Partnership Programs. Since its inception in 2000, over $9.9 million in loans have been disbursed, directly improving the economic participation of underserved communities and groups such as BIPOC, new and racialized Canadians, women, and others who face barriers to financing.

fahima.karim@alterna.ca
647.332.2176

Fahima Karim has dedicated her entire career to the co-operative banking sector, beginning her journey at Alterna Savings in 2017. With a core mission to mitigate banking challenges for communities, she began her work by facilitating financial literacy seminars through her involvement with Enactus. Over the years, Fahima has refined her expertise in advocating for marginalized communities and delivering innovative banking solutions.

jean.barrett@alterna.ca
647.206.9127

Jean Barrett brings over 25+ years of banking experience in the Retail and Commercial sectors. As the Manager of Alterna Savings’ award-winning Community Microfinance Program, she oversees eight community microloan portfolios and manages 250+ small business borrowers in the Greater Toronto Area and Ottawa Region annually.

alexandra.leavey@alterna.ca
437.925.6420

Alexandra Leavey has over 7 years’ experience in the credit union and co-operative space, with a focus on financial education curriculum and resource development. Her passion and dedication are centered on financial inclusion through the creation of educational resources that are tailored to the specific needs of underserved and underrepresented individuals, organizations, and communities.