Board Of Directors

The Calgary Spartans Track and Field Club is governed by a Board of Directors in accordance with its Constitution and Bylaws. All Board members are volunteers and are elected annually at the Annual General Meeting held in November of each year.

The 2024 – 2025 Board of Directors is as follows:

Director & Athlete Coordinator - Rani Gill

Rani grew up in Winnipeg, Manitoba with a passion for Track and Field which was sparked from being a middle distance athlete herself. This passion continued when she relocated to Calgary 20 years ago, starting a family and transitioning from athlete to number one parent enthusiast. Rani can often be heard cheering all athletes on from the side field. She feels blessed to be joining the Calgary Spartans organization, getting to know the athletes and their community. .

Director & Volunteer Coordinator - Apoorva Sharma

Apoorva (Apu) Sharma is a professional engineer working in the energy sector since 1996. Apu was born in India and arrived in Canada as a student in 1991 and has made Alberta his home since 1992 and Calgary since 2000. Apu enjoyed competing in X-country and other track & field events in his youth and more recently enjoys competing in sprint distance triathlons, cycling, hiking & climbing in the mountains and paddling his canoe whenever possible. Apu will bring his passion for amateur sport, volunteering, technical and strategic planning skills to the Spartan board. Apu is also the parent of an athlete in her first year of the Sprints & Hurdles program.

Interim Treasurer - Rob Skilnick

Rob Skilnick is a seasoned CPA with over 20 years of experience in accounting, auditing, and financial leadership. He has spent the past decade serving as CFO for TSX-listed companies, managing a wide range of responsibilities, including board involvement for joint ventures with community and private stakeholders.

Currently, Rob is engaged with a start-up in the renewables sector, navigating the unexpected challenges and demands of the entrepreneurial landscape. Prior to this, he honed his expertise during an 8-year tenure in audit with KPMG.

With strong financial acumen and a leadership background, Rob is passionate about contributing to the growth and success of the Calgary Spartans.

Director - Sam Smith

Sam is the parent of two Spartan’s athletes, with one child in the athlete development program and another in the multi-events program. In his youth, he competed nationally and internationally in the sport of badminton and represented Canada on various occasions. He is a professional engineer who works in the oil and gas industry. Sam is excited to be part of the board of directors, as Parent Representative, Multi-Events, and looks forward to supporting Spartan’s athletes.

Director & Parent Rep - Kelly Kingsmith

Kelly is a professional geologist and native Calgarian. He currently enjoys parenting his two teenaged sons with his wife Lana, also born and raised in Calgary. Over the last four years he has been witness to the Spartans distance group providing his sons with an amazing opportunity to develop as both athletes and young adults. Kelly is a recreational runner and sports photography enthusiast. If you haven’t already seen him out on the track running or taking photos, you soon will.

Director & Athlete Rep - Emiliano Velazquez

Emiliano has been competing in track and field since 2016, falling in love with the sport ever since he started at the age of 13. He is a former civil engineering student from University of Alberta and a past member of the Golden Bears track team, choosing to return home to Calgary as he continues to discover his passion. He has been fond of giving back to the sport through previous coaching and volunteering. With his experience, Emiliano is very eager in supporting his fellow athletes as they grow through their academic and athletic careers.

Vacant Positions

There are no vacant positions on the board at this time. We always welcome volunteers and are always looking for new officials. If you’re interested, please contact president@calgaryspartans.com.