Roxanne Reeves is an award-winning researcher and multi-published author. Her Ph.D. dissertation was awarded recognition by the International Mentoring Association. Her master’s work on Canadian economic history earned her a Labour History Travail New Brunswick fellowship.

Roxanne has had a career building diverse and high-value relationships across government, private industry, family-run businesses, and academic institutions. Notably, she has presented research on the intersection of newcomers, entrepreneurship, and mentorship to the Senate of Canada. She is currently the executive assistant to the Minister of Social Development, GNB.

Inspired by artistic pursuits, stained glass artistry, and her rural upbringing, Roxanne is committed to making meaningful contributions. As a current OMISTA Credit Union Board member, Roxanne serves on the Sustainability and Governance Committees and has completed Level A of the Credit Union Director Achievement Program (CUDA).

Roxanne splits her time between Mundleville and Fredericton with her husband, Shawn Graham, and their two orange cats. She is passionate about membership growth, diversity strategy, member protection, and financial resilience.

Steve Smallwood, born and raised in Fredericton, holds a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from the University of Guelph. Over his 40-year career with Co-operators, he progressed from claims to district manager, leading sales teams and guiding financial advisors. In his roles he earned multiple awards and deepened his understanding of cooperative values.

He holds Associate of the Insurance Institute and Certified General Accountant designations. He has served on several boards. In 2024, he joined OMISTA Credit Union’s Board as a Director At Large, completing Level A of the Credit Union Director Achievement Program (CUDA) and serving on the Audit, Risk, and Credit Committees.

Steve was a Big Brother in Guelph for over a decade and led the Co-operators’ fundraising for Youth Impact in Moncton. Married for 40 years to Cathy, he has a daughter, Nakita, and enjoys fishing, golf, and pickleball. He feels these experiences have prepared him to help navigate OMISTA’s challenges and opportunities in the evolving financial sector.

Joe Rodrigues holds the Chartered Financial Analyst® designation, a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from Dalhousie University and is a member of the CFA Society Atlantic Canada. As a Fixed Income Analyst at Vestcor Inc., Joe researches securities, develops trade ideas, and manages a segment of the Corporate Bond portfolio. Previously, as a Fund Accountant, he gained experience in financial reporting and client servicing across various investments. Joe’s role as Treasurer for L’Arche Fredericton Inc. highlights his ability to advise stakeholders and optimize resources. With expertise in investment management, risk analysis, and strategic leadership, Joe feels he is well-suited for the OMISTA Credit Union Board.