Courtney Friesen brings a spirit of connection, creativity, and care to her role as Director of Partnerships at Kahanee. With a background in marketing, event planning, and organizational leadership, she supports and strengthens Kahanee’s collaborative efforts across diverse communities and sectors. Courtney is known for her intuitive ability to nurture relationships, coordinate moving parts, and hold space for meaningful work to unfold. A lifelong story-listener and advocate for justice, Courtney is passionate about creating environments where people feel seen, heard, and supported. Her work is grounded in empathy and guided by a belief in the transformative power of listening. Outside of Kahanee, you can find Courtney enjoying a good book in the sun, exploring arts and culture, baking something new, or spending time with her two Siamese cats and the people she loves.
