Erica Trethart / President / 2025 - 
I graduated from the 4-year ASL-English Interpretation Program (University of Manitoba/Red River College) in 2010. I have worked primarily as a staff interpreter for the Manitoba School for the Deaf and Manitoba Education but have also done some freelance and post-secondary work. 

I am originally from Thompson, MB, but moved to Winnipeg to get my Music Degree in Percussion. I am married and have two young sons and a dog. I love travelling, music and baking. 

I am enjoying my current role as president but I have also been vice president, treasurer, secretary and MEC chair. MAVLI is here to support interpreters, so please be in touch with any questions or concerns. 
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Shaina Dumont / Vice President / 2025 - 
After graduating in 2011 I worked as a contractor for ECCOE for one year where I was then hired as a staff interpreter and have been ever since. I enjoy being on the board where I can learn from colleagues and provide insight where I can.

When I’m not running my kids around to activities, I spend a lot of my free time with them and my husband on our farm raising cattle.

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Marlo Rhoda / Treasurer / 2025 - 2027
This is my first term on the board and I look forward to expanding my knowledge and gaining experience in my role as treasurer. I graduated from the AEIP program in 2014 and have since worked in a variety of settings such as community freelancer and VRS interpreter. Currently, I am a staff interpreter at ECCOE and enjoy the wide range of places I get to interpret and people I get to work with.
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Born and raised in Winnipeg, I live with my husband our two kids and two cats. 


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Miranda Murphy / Secretary / 2022-2025
Hello everyone! I graduated in 2021 from the final four-year AEIP joint program between RRC and U of M. It has been a pleasure working in K-12, faith based, and in the community. I love being able to connect with the Deaf and Interpreting community at different events hosted throughout the year! 

​I am enjoying my new role as Secretary of MAVLI. Previously, I have been on the board as Public Relations as well as AEIP student representative. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time at the lake, and travelling to new destinations.  

I look forward to seeing you around!
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Kristen Starr / Membership / 2025 - 
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​I graduated from the 4-year joint interpreting program between the University of Manitoba and Red River College in 2020. Since I graduated I have been working K-12 as well as VRS. I was previously on the board as a MEC co-chair and I am looking to my new position as membership. Outside of work I enjoy crocheting, traveling and reading. 

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Vacant / Fundraising
This position is currently vacant.
Meg Toews / Professional Development / 2023 - 2025
Hi there, 
I graduated in 2022 from the ASL- English Interpretation Program and have enjoyed being involved in faith-based, performing arts, community and VRS interpreting. 
I have been married for 6 years and enjoy traveling with my partner to find new places in Manitoba to go kayaking. Outside of work I love to be at home knitting, playing ukulele, or reading a good book with a London Fog in hand. 
I am thrilled to be on the board with my incredible friends and colleagues, Sheryl and Dawn-Marie, as we get to think of new topics to discuss with the amazing interpreters in our community. I love being able to share strategies, ask questions, and learn from each other in such a safe and inviting space.
I am looking forward to another great year on the board! ​

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Joa Brunstein / Public Relations / 2024-2025
Hello! I graduated from the ASL English Interpretation at Red River College Polytechnic in 2023, and I’ve recently been working as an Interpreter. Since graduation I have been mostly working in the community as well as some faith-based work. 
This is my first time on the MAVLI Board and I am very excited to be a part of this incredible organization and working alongside talented and amazing interpreters!
I am quite the reader and enjoy spending my time outside walking or rollerblading, you will not catch me out in the winter!

Hopefully I will see you around!
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Jenn Horvath / Member at Large / 2022-2025
I graduated in 2003 from the first four year AEIP at Red River College/University of Manitoba. I have always enjoyed my time on the MAVLI board as a few different positions over the years. I primarily work in post secondary and freelance in the community.

I have been married for 15 years and have two daughters, ages 8 and 12 who keep us very busy!

It’s been almost 20 years, and I still love interpreting thanks to our amazing colleagues and Deaf community.
Taylor Huckerby / MAVLI Education Committee / 2025 - 
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Hello!

I graduated from the ASL-English Interpreting program in 2022 and have found myself primarily working in the community. I also have experience in VRS, faith-based, and K-12. I love that the work we do allows us to experience a variety of settings. 

When I am not interpreting, I find myself either on a plane or looking at plane tickets to jet off on my next adventure. I also love meeting new people and exploring our beautiful province. 

I am looking forward to my first year on the board!
Danielle Rooney  / Digital Media Coordinator / 2025 -2027

I graduated from four-year AEIP program at RRC/U of M in 2021. I have worked in a variety of settings as an interpreter such as VRS, community, K-12 and in a staff interpreter role at Manitoba School for the Deaf. I primarily work as a freelance community interpreter and it's been my favourite job so far as it allows me to meet new people everyday and continuously improve my skills. 

In my spare time I love reading, spending time with my family, and heading out to the Whiteshell during the summer. 

Looking forward to my first year on the MAVLI board. 

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