Investing in inclusive communities benefits us all. Chrysalis could not accomplish our goals without the support, involvement, and enthusiasm of our incredible support network.
With community support, Chrysalis continues to apply Human Centered Design (HCD) to help people discover their talents, assess their abilities, improve their quality of life, become their best selves, and help create opportunities for them in the community.
With community support, Chrysalis continues to apply Human Centered Design (HCD) to help people discover their talents, assess their abilities, improve their quality of life, become their best selves, and help create opportunities for them in the community.
Chrysalis Team
Melinda Noyes
Executive Director
We’re thrilled to announce that Melinda Noyes has officially joined the Chrysalis team as our new Executive Director, and she’s already bringing incredible energy and passion to the role!
Melinda joined us on August 5, 2025, and comes with a strong background in community leadership. Before joining Chrysalis, she served as the Executive Director at Autism Edmonton, and has also worked with Habitat for Humanity and McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association. Her experience, heart, and drive make her the perfect person to help lead Chrysalis into its next chapter.
Melinda is beyond excited to be part of the Chrysalis community and is eager to connect with the people we support, our amazing staff, and our community of support.
Cindy Davis
Director of Program and Services (Calgary)
Cindy Davis is an empowering leader and passionate advocate who champions growth and opportunity for both Albertans with disabilities and the Chrysalis team.
Demonstrating a strong commitment to Chrysalis, Cindy joined the team in August 2002 and has had the opportunity to contribute her expertise in many different roles, from frontline support to leadership.
Cindy currently serves as the Director of Program and Services in the Calgary location. She brings over 25 years of experience in the human services sector – supporting both adults and children with disabilities – to her role. Cindy is the proud holder of a Bachelors Degree in Human Services from the University of Calgary.
Outside of work, Cindy loves being outdoors and hiking, fishing and camping with family and friends.
Robert Helm
Director of Business Development
Robert has been with Chrysalis since the end of 2020 and serves as our Director of Social Enterprises. He is a hardworking, industrious leader who leads the Woods and Plastics teams by example.
Robert brings over 30 years of manufacturing experience to Chrysalis. He is a Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and holds a certificate in project management. Robert’s ability to think outside the box and find solutions that others can’t has led to great innovation within our businesses. At Chrysalis, Robert focuses on refining pricing, costing, and the tools we use when quoting customers. He also leads the expansion of the social enterprise businesses through increased base customers.
Outside of work, Robert enjoys golfing, spending time with family, and practicing kung fu.
