Lyss Houde is joined by Anne Tokarski and Kayla Fernandez on Chel Chit Chat to share stories and lessons about recent career developments.

Kayla and Anne are your favourite NHL admins, bringing the latest and greatest content about your team right to your phones. Kayla is the Social Media Coordinator with the Utah Mammoth and Anne Tokarski is the Social Media Specialist with the Seattle Kraken. Both Kayla and Anne have recently taken on these roles with new NHL brands, telling captivating stories and engaging some of the most passionate fanbases in hockey.

Anne has a Bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Illinois and previously worked with the MLB, Rochester Americans (AHL), Connecticut Whale (NWHL), and more.

Kayla has a Bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Utah and spent the last three seasons with the ECHL’s Utah Grizzlies.

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LinkedIn - / anne-tokarski

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Connect with Kayla: LinkedIn - / kaymfer

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Lyss Houde is joined by Jordan Laine on Chel Chit Chat to discuss how to prioritize your mental health in and around the hockey space.

Jordan is the co-founder of From Us to You, a non-profit organization that shares stories, advice, and support for overcoming adversity and destigmatizing mental health. Jordan comes at the world of mental health advocacy in sport from a unique angle as the wife of professional hockey player Patrik Laine. Jordan has an undergraduate degree from Wake Forest University in global health and is currently pursuing an MA in Mental Health and Wellness Counselling from NYU Steinhardt. Jordan is a lifestyle influencer who makes content about wellness, fashion, and so much more.

Submit your story to From Us to You: https://fromustoyou.com/stories/#submit-story

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From Us to You - https://fromustoyou.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jordanleighlaine/

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanleighlaine?lang=en

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Lyss Houde is joined by Sheri Krell and Liz Dewdney on Chel Chit Chat to discuss how to create inclusive spaces in hockey for communities who are near and dear to your heart.

Sheri and Liz are the cofounders of the Toronto Pride Hockey Tournament, an annual event that creates a safe and supportive environment for queer women and trans athletes/fans to be seen, supported, and celebrated. The tournament takes place every spring and includes mixer events, parties, and of course, some fun on the ice.

Learn more about the Toronto Pride Hockey Tournament: https://www.torontopridehockey.ca/

Follow the Toronto Pride Hockey Tournament on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/torontopridehockey/

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Lyss Houde is joined by Lexi Brown on Chel Chit Chat to discuss how to find your niche in a sport like hockey with so many untapped areas.

Dr. Lexi LaFleur Brown is an international best-selling authour, hockey wife, and chronically online hockey TikTokker/Twitter poster like the rest of us. Lexi has a BA in Media Studies, an MS in Public Relations, and a PhD in Education. Lexi’s debut hockey romance novel, Shoot Your Shot, made waves in the hockey world when it was released in March 2025. Lexi lives in Seattle with her husband, former NHL player JT Brown, and their two kids.

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TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@lexilafleurbrown?lang=en

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lexilafleur/

Buy Shoot Your Shot - https://www.harlequin.com/shop/books/9781335016560_shoot-your-shot.html

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Lyss Houde is joined by Rachel Doerrie on Chel Chit Chat to discuss the importance of setting personal boundaries in a field that's as fuelled by as much passion as the hockey industry.

Rachel is the Chief Technology Officer of Betalytics, a sports betting platform, and the host of the hockey and lifestyle podcast, Puck Social. Rachel has experience in coaching, journalism, and broadcasting in hockey, having contributed to well-known entities such as ESPN, The Athletic, and multiple NHL teams. Rachel graduated with her M.SC from York University in 2022.

Connect with Rachel:

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LinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/rachel-doerrie-2063bb93

TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@itsrachkry?lang=en

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Lyss Houde is joined by Alison Lukan on Chel Chit Chat to discuss how to capture an audience as an effective communicator.

Alison is an on-air analyst for the Seattle Kraken who is passionate about data-driven conversations She is an Emmy-winning broadcaster who brings a unique spin to storytelling in hockey, bringing together personal stories, advanced numbers, and a healthy dose of wit. Alison formerly covered the Columbus Blue Jackets and Ohio State hockey with The Athletic and currently co-hosts the Too Many Men Podcast with fellow Chel Chit Chat guests Shayna Goldman and Sara Civian.

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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alison.lukan/

Analytics with Alison: https://www.nhl.com/kraken/news/topic/analytics-with-alison/

Too Many Men Podcast: https://linktr.ee/toomanymen

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Lyss Houde is joined by Alyssa White on Chel Chit Chat to discuss the landscape of professional women's para ice hockey and the importance of championing underrepresented communities in hockey.

Alyssa is a women’s para hockey player from Winnipeg, Manitoba. She is a current forward on the women’s national team and was one of the youngest players to ever make the team at just 14 years old. Alyssa and the Canadian National Women’s Team for para hockey are committed to fostering excellence in the sport in hopes of introducing women’s para ice hockey to the 2030 Winter Olympics.

Support the Canadian Women’s Para Ice Hockey team: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/womens-para-hockey-of-canada-parahockey-fminin-du-canada/p2p/wphc25/

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Lyss Houde is joined by Chantal Brioux and Breanna McNeill on Chel Chit Chat to discuss how to make space for other women in the sports industry without feeling threatened by their success.

The Sport Sisterhood is a community dedicated to advancing women’s careers in sports through mentorship, business opportunities, and industry access. The Sport Sisterhood’s mantra is to be connected by sport and united as sisters, supporting one another through formal and informal opportunities to grow as professionals in the sports industry!

Chantal Brioux is the Founder of The Sport Sisterhood. She is a recent graduate from Brock University, is a Community Specialist at Lululemon Canada, and has work experience with Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment.

Breanna McNeill is the Media Relations Co-Lead for The Sport Sisterhood. She is a student at Wilfrid Laurier University and has work experience with the Ontario Hockey League and the WLU Women’s Hockey Team.

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JOIN THE SISTERHOOD (Fall 2025 Recruitment) - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfks3kpJUjhWu9Ec4HgfKSynkRpg2ie86CRpzdaDCkxYw12nw/viewform

Website - https://thesportsisterhood.com/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thesportsisterhood/

Chantal’s LinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/chantal-brioux?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F

Breanna’s LinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/breanna-mcneill-a2255a2b9

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