BOARD PRESIDENT

Lorena Caputo, MBA

Lorena is a seasoned Management Consultant with more than 10 years of experience in strategic business administration. Based in Ottawa, Lorena holds a Master of Business Administration from Carleton University and Honours Bachelor of Social Science from the University of Ottawa.

Her expertise involves delivering transformation results for clients across many different industries including building strong governance systems and prudent business management. She is passionate about giving back to the community and has volunteered with many organizations in various functions over the years.

During her free time, Lorena enjoys spending time outdoors with her spouse, trying new recipes, and relaxing with a glass of wine.  

Administratrice du conseil

Pragya Dubey 

Pragya Dubey is the Vice President of Global Services at Agility PR Solutions. Her work involves collaborating with clients to create an objective-based media-monitoring and media-analysis framework. She has over 20 years of experience encompassing the fields of public relations, media analytics, social media and media monitoring in Canada, the United States and India.

Pragya has an MBA degree and a BSc in Physics from the University of Mumbai. She actively volunteers in her community and has been involved in the past with Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization, Cultural Interpretation Services for Our Communities, and Ronald McDonald House, among others.

She loves to spend time with her family and friends and believes in no waste, recycling everything and sustainable living.

Board Memeber

Emily Murray, M.A., B.A.

Emily has worked for the Government of Canada since 2015, where she has gained experience in client service, essential social programs, and youth volunteerism. During this time, Emily also worked towards obtaining a Bachelor of Arts followed by a Master of Arts, through which she was able to develop passions for climate change mitigation (with a focus on Indigenous culture and tradition), the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and female empowerment.

In addition to her work and academic experiences, Emily has had the pleasure of volunteering for many organizations such as L’Arche (as a Board Member), the World Economic Forum’s Global Shapers Community (as a Global Shaper, an Impact Officer, and now Vice Curator), Autism Nova Scotia (as a Lead Volunteer), amongst others. Hailing from Halifax originally, Emily moved to Ottawa in January 2022 to pursue a new job and has really enjoyed her time so far (especially skating on the canal!). 

In general, Emily is a very passionate and enthusiastic people-person that loves to learn from and amplify under-represented voices and concerns in all that she does. Leisurely, Emily is an avid reader, traveler, yogi, and a terrible knitter. 

Administratrice du conseil

Andree Beaupre

Andree is partner audit at KPMG and been with KPMG for past six years. Andree provides her expertise in finance and audit to Harmony House.

Administratrice du conseil

Jennifer Graham

Jennifer Graham has been an employee with Global Affairs Canada since 2006. Jennifer is also a certified Yoga instructor and currently studying with Master teachers from the Krishnamacharya lineage in India to become a certified yoga therapist. Jennifer has a strong commitment to the communities in which she lives, including during postings in other countries: Jennifer lived in New Delhi, India where she served on numerous boards and board committees in various capacities, both in the non-profit and corporate sectors. 

Jennifer has also been involved in various social organizations in Canada, including the United Way, and is a co-founder of a registered Canadian charity helping support employment efforts for underprivileged persons.  

Jennifer has a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Toronto and a Master’s degree in International Relations from the Norman Paterson School of International Affairs (Carleton University, Ottawa). Jennifer is an avid runner and triathlete and holds two blackbelts in kickboxing and in Tae Kwon Do.

Administratrice du conseil

Kelly Khalilieh

Kelly has taken the role of Treasurer on Harmony House Board. She is an accounting professional with 25 years experience, covering many areas of accounting. She is currently a partner with an accounting firm, and specializes in professional standards and quality management.  It is her passion to help people, as sharing her time to help others is what drives her.  Mother of three boys, Kelly loves music, water sports and her dogs.