About Us
Our Leadership TeamThe term ‘courageous leadership’ defines our approach to helping the most vulnerable people thrive.
Courageous leadership encourages, cultivates and implements imaginative solutions and strategies to produce uncommon results. At Kindred, it enables high performance individuals and teams, while inspiring a culture of innovation, trust and respect
Melanie Grylls
Chief Executive Officer
403.233.2360
melanie.grylls@kindred.ca
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My journey with Kindred started in: 2022
Educational background: Master of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies; Bachelor of Arts; Bachelor of Social Work; a Certificate in Adult and Continuing Education
Before my time at Kindred: Twenty years in the social service sector, including working with seniors, and the domestic violence and child abuse sector.
Family: Two wonderful kids and two lovely dogs.
Favourite Food: Chocolate.
Favourite Music: Anything I can sing along with in the car.
Favourite Hobbies: Learning to play the piano!
Favourite thing about Calgary: The people – our community’s care and compassion for each other.
Favourite way to connect with Kindred supporters: Over a latte!
