Our Team

We believe people fuel impact. When you have great people, your organization can attain great things.

Meet the Team

Affective Consulting started with two partners, Cory and Kevan, looking to make an impact for others through their work, and as our reputation for service and sound hr business support grew, so has our team of dedicated hr professionals. We are proud to work with people who believe what we believe, and help us make an impact on clients through specialized skill sets.

Cory Blair

Founding Partner


  • Cory is passionate about coaching. What truly ignites his spirit is witnessing individuals unlock their full potential. He is deeply committed to assisting others in understanding their essence and paving the way for them to embrace their authentic selves. This profound connection to self-discovery led him to personal assessments and team-building tools, especially the Kolbe Index. To date, Cory has facilitated over 1,700 individual and team assessments, fostering self-awareness and nurturing authenticity within organizations.

    As a dynamic leader, Cory doesn't merely meet the bar; he sets it, especially when it comes to strategic and operational business objectives. His expertise spans culture transformation, talent acquisition, partnership development, career growth, and personal coaching. Leveraging his rich educational background and hands-on experience, Cory crafts tailored solutions for organizations and individuals, ensuring socially responsible outcomes. His accomplishments include designing and instituting corporate training and leadership programs for various Canadian entities. He boasts certifications in PROSCI change management, Kolbe Instinctive Strengths Assessments, Agile Leadership, and also takes pride in being an ICF-certified Coach.

Jenelle Krahenbil  

Consultant


  • Jenelle is an experienced HR leader with a passion for people and culture. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from University of Regina, diploma in Adult Education and holds a Certified Compensation Professional designation. Throughout her career Jenelle has helped design and lead the implementation of an intentional leadership culture for a large organization, re-designed compensation frameworks and managed several large corporate projects.

    Jenelle is a quiet leader who leads with strength, poise, empathy and concern for others. She is passionate about supporting young women in their own growth and development and enjoys coaching and mentoring others.

Kevan McBeth

Founding Partner


  • At the heart of Kevan's leadership is an unwavering commitment to understanding and valuing people. He dedicates himself to empowering organizations, not just as employers but also as pillars of the community and providers of essential services. This people-first approach positions Kevan as a sought-after partner in the Human Resources landscape.

    Kevan is well known for creating environments where everyone feels safe, valued, and included. His efforts across public and not-for-profit sectors have directly impacted the lives of many, particularly individuals with disabilities, ensuring they find fulfilling roles that recognize their worth.

    Over twenty years, Kevan's journey through Human Resources, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Corporate Culture, and Social Responsibility has been all about putting people first. Drawing from varied experiences in executive roles across diverse sectors, Kevan brings invaluable insights to the table. He's renowned for weaving together initiatives and programs that truly resonate with individual needs. His people-centred, collaborative strategies consistently yield transformative results.

    Kevan's commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) shines brightly through his multifaceted engagements. His leadership at Creative Options Regina, a charity deeply attuned to personalizing support for individuals with disabilities, stands testament to this. His involvement with the Canadian Down Syndrome Society and the 4-to-40 employment initiative further highlights his dedication to ensuring inclusive opportunities for all.

    As a member of the Metis Nation of Saskatchewan, Kevan champions the cause of Indigenous employment and skill development. His significant contributions to the Interprovincial Association on Native Employment (IANE) and the Canadian Council of Aboriginal Business are rooted in his belief in the importance of diverse voices. Recognizing his tireless efforts, Women of Influence Magazine celebrated Kevan as one of Canada’s Diversity Champions in 2012.

Cassie Fowler  

Project Management, Process and Workflow Management, Fractional Executive Administrator


  • As an accomplished project management professional and consultant, Cassie has leveraged her expertise in process and workflow management, administration, and organizational efficiency to drive significant projects and initiatives. Cassie has demonstrated her ability to deliver results through innovative solutions and a focus on efficiency and balance.  Cassie’s most valued professional achievements include the successful completion of multiple location builds and renovations for Hillberg & Berk, including the Cornwall Centre location in Regina. She also developed and implemented processes to replicate off-site sales and automate day-to-day operations for Hillberg & Berk retail stores.   

    Cassie’s professional philosophy centers around innovation, efficiency, and balance, guiding her approach to every project and client engagement.

Mark Hillmer

Consultant


  • Mark is an interdisciplinary strategist focusing on Human Resources, Internal Audit and Enterprise Risk Management.  Mark strives to align systems, people, and culture with business strategy, providing leadership and oversight for solutions that tackle complex human and strategic impediments to business results. Mark believes that growth and impactful outcomes occur when organizations take a collaborative and stakeholder-centric approach to their HR strategy.

    Mark is a believer of continuous learning and holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the University of Regina, as well as his Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Western Illinois with a focus on Human Resources Management. He also is a Charted Professional in Human Resources (CPHR), a Certified Professional in Agile HR, a Certified Prosci Change Management Practitioner, Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and Certified in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)

    Mark believes that giving back to his community and profession is both important and privilege. Mark has served on many boards throughout his career, helping establish proper governance and enabling organizations to benefit from the rewards of operating people first.  Mark has also volunteered his time to numerous charities throughout the province.Mark’s most valued professional experience has been the ability to work with, learn from, and coach a number of outstanding Human Resources, Internal Audit and risk management professionals. Mark has experience auditing a variety of processes as a part of the audit function, identifying and evaluating risk, and developing and innovating new corporate-wide programs when he designed and built the SaskPower ERM program from scratch, working with the CEO, Executive team and Board of Directors on their expectations and requirements of the program. Mark is a Chartered HR (CHRP) Professional.