Profile Category: Board

Sherry Sakamoto was a 25-year owner/operator of Pacific Spirit Productions specializing in video production for the corporate world. Her commitment to music and the arts began over 50 years ago supporting her husband, Terry Martyniuk in his musical endeavours, by working as a documentarian and production crew. Volunteering, service and paying-it-forward are values that she embraces with joy. Her love of PRISMA brings a cherished connection to the students and the wondrous music that moves her soul into symphonic journeys.

Nicholas is passionate about music and the arts. He has performed as a cellist in several symphonies, groups and ensembles, and served as President of the Sunshine Coast Arts Council. Nicholas served as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Powell River – Sunshine Coast, for almost 20 years. His career reflects a lifelong commitment to community, advocacy, and enriching life in British Columbia.

Doreen Berrington was a professional accountant and spent the last 23 years before retirement in public practice, working with many not-for-profit clients. Since moving to Powell River in 2006 she has volunteered for many organizations including several board positions. Her love of music is second only to her love of the fibre arts.

Kim is an experienced project manager and event planner and started her association with PRISMA in 2015.  Kim was a founding board member of the Powell River Hospice Society and is currently on the Hospice House Steering Committee.  For several years, Kim has worked tirelessly for the community through her volunteer role as Chair of the Northern Sunshine Coast BC Ferries Advisory Committee.

Cyndi Pallen, a graduate from University of Victoria, carries the name of her great grandmother Cine'. Cyndi works to practice traditional values and teachings through language, songs and dance of the Tla'amin people. She enjoys all kinds of music and coordinates yearly a multi-cultural festival called Wuwoom, which means singing in Tla'amin language.

Christien Kaaij is a community developer and project manager, and the CEO of Alof!i Consultancy. She loves classical music and is a big supporter of Arts and Culture in the community.

Arthur Arnold, former music director of the Moscow Symphony Orchestra, has a natural ability to lead and motivate aspiring musicians. He is a guest conductor at many well-known European, Asian and North American orchestras.