Our Regional Representatives
At Alberta Municipalities, we understand the demands placed on community leaders. Our regional approach to customer service streamlines your communication with our team.
Our knowledgeable Regional Managers are responsible for communities within specific regions of the province, allowing them to build meaningful connections and deepen their knowledge of the communities in their region. They are your trusted source of information and are able to provide the most appropriate services, recommendations, and insights at the right time for the best possible success.
Our approach is another way we are committed to building strong communities. We support and include community-related and not-for-profit organizations that are crucial in providing the services needed to build thriving communities.
Ala Lada
Ala joined Alberta Municipalities’ team as the Regional Manager for Southern Alberta in February 2023. He brings to our organization a background in insurance, employee benefits, and a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Concordia University in Montreal.
Ala has a natural ability to connect with people and consistently demonstrates his dedication to providing exceptional customer experiences. During his spare time, he volunteers as a Candy Cane Gala committee member for the Alberta Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Michael O'Mara
Michael has provided customer relationship management for over 20 years in various roles in the municipal, not-for-profit, and hospitality/convention sectors. Helping clients with their unique needs and finding solutions has been one of his greatest strengths throughout his career.
He looks forward to networking and building connections between like-minded individuals and groups, to help grow opportunities & strategic partnerships in the Northeast region. In his spare time he enjoys volunteering at the food bank and various animal shelters.
Andrew Riley
Andrew has been with Alberta Municipalities for over a decade. During his time with the organization, he has developed strong relationships with community leaders and is skilled at offering business solutions to meet their needs. His excellent communication skills, and ability to identify, prioritize, and resolve complex issues is an asset to the clients he serves.
He looks forward to focusing his efforts on the Northwest Alberta region. Andrew will look for opportunities and connections that will help foster the growth and strength of Alberta's communities.
Melanie Samson
Melanie joined Alberta Municipalities' team as the Regional Manager for Central Alberta in 2024. With over 15 years of experience supporting Albertans in the municipal administrative world and five years served on the LGAA Board, Melanie brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to her new role.
She looks forward to deepening her connections in the Central Alberta region, which includes Edmonton to Red Deer and east to Provost, and finding ways to support building strong Albertan communities.