Our Team
Laurie Zoppi
In her role as the Executive Director of the Prince George Division of Family Practice; Laurie ensures strategic, generative, and fiduciary governance of the operations of the Prince George Division of Family Practice. Her work with the Board of Directors is to ensure the value proposition of primary care is reflected in the Strategic Directions and advocated for on behalf of the membership with local, regional, and provincial partnerships. Fostering a sense of community in Prince George is what drives her in her personal, professional, and environmental relationships.
Sharon Tower
In her role as the Primary Care Network (PCN) Manager, Sharon is responsible for operationalizing the development of the British Columbia Ministry of Health’s Primary Care Network Initiative within Prince George. The PCN Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operational requirements of implementing the PCN Service Plan, including monitoring and reporting. The PCN Manager works with the [local division of family practice], health authority staff, Patient Medical Homes, primary care providers (Family Physicians and Nurse Practitioners), local Indigenous communities and Nations, First Nations Health Authority, the Regional Health Authority, and community agencies/organizations in development of the PCN.
Sharon was born and raised in Prince George and has spent many years exploring Beautiful British Columbia’s crazy mix of rural, urban and wilderness. She is passionate about providing meaningful contributions to primary health care in Prince George.
Kelsey Ronan
In her role as the Primary Care Network (PCN) Coordinator, Kelsey Ronan is responsible for coordinating the implementation of the Prince George PCN through the organization of meetings, development and tracking of work plans and collaboration with stakeholders. She provides support to and works closely with the PCN Manager on projects and initiatives in the PCN portfolio. Kelsey has lived in Prince George her whole life and is grateful to be in the hub of Northern BC to enjoy its many outdoor offerings.
Morgan Shiels
As a Primary Care Network Coordinator, I’m passionate about supporting collaboration and improving patient care across our community. Outside of work, I love spending quality time with my family and making the most of our time together.
Min Hwa Lee Stern
As the Office Administrator/Executive Assistant at the Prince George Division of Family Practice, Min Hwa provides seamless executive support to the Executive Director and Board Members. With meticulous attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills, she optimizes administrative operations and facilitates high-level project execution.
Karen Flores
Karen Flores, as the Project Coordinator, facilitates project implementation, coordination of meetings, work plans, project reporting, data collection, and analysis. She also supports the Primary Care Network manager and the Prince George Division of Family Practice operations.
Karen was born and raised in Monterrey, Mexico. She has been part of the Prince George’s Community for over a decade and loves it, she enjoys discovering Northern BC and sharing her Mexican culture with everyone.
Bonnie Mercedes
Bonnie Mercedes is the Engagement Lead at the Prince George Division of Family Practice. With a passion for fostering collaboration and community engagement, she works closely with healthcare professionals, stakeholders, and community partners to support initiatives that enhance primary care services in the region.
Bonnie brings 10+ years of experience in community engagement, specializing in collaboration amongst organizations. Her work focuses on facilitating partnerships, leading engagement strategies, and supporting healthcare initiatives.
Outside of work, Bonnie enjoys activities that include mountain biking, boxing, down hill skiing and anything around the water, reflecting her commitment to both professional and personal growth.
Cindy Black
In her role as the PCN (Primary Care Network) MHSU Systems Coordinator, Cindy collaborates with caregivers of complex Mental Health Substance Use patients. She facilitates communication between community providers and Specialized Services, offers guidance to referral sources and pathways, and identifies opportunities for education to improve these pathways. Cindy has enjoyed living in Prince George for many years, taking advantage of the quick access to nature and the strong sense of community.
Aimee Alspaugh
As Operations Lead, Aimee provides various administrative leadership services, including supporting and carrying out the financial and internal organizational operations, contributing to the efficient and professional daily operations of the Division. Aimee has lived in Prince George her entire life. She enjoys the outdoors and appreciates how convenient it is to find great hiking spots around the area.