Dale Tiessen, General Manager

Dale completed his Bachelors of Kinesiology followed by a Master of Science degree at the University of British Columbia. During his graduate work, he researched and had work placements on a variety of projects including shoe design for Nike, kinematic analysis of children with Cerebral Palsy after treatment with Botox and development of a patented custom knee brace. This last project translated into his first career role at Ortho Active in 1999! Dale has then spent more than 2 decades in med tech working across sales, marketing and commercial operations. He returned to Ortho Active in 2024 as a Partner.

Dale’s personal interests lie primarily in the mountains, where he is active in mountain biking, backcountry skiing and off-road triathlon. Ask Dale about biomechanics. He nerds out on running and cycling, including bike fit and the latest generation of carbon last running shoes.

Rob Tsujimura, VP of Business Development

Rob is a Partner at Ortho Active, where he helps lead commercial strategy, growth initiatives, and long-term business development across Canada. His professional background spans clinical healthcare, education, finance, and medical devices. Rob began his career as a Respiratory Therapist in Ontario and later teaching provided the clinical backdrop for his interest in helping people while also becoming a certified financial advisor. He moved into the medical device industry through clinical applications and sales roles, developing a practical understanding of both patient care and the operational realities healthcare providers face. His experience in financial services further shaped his perspective on long-term planning and risk management.

At Ortho Active, Rob is focused on strong customer partnerships providing high-quality solutions-whether they be products, services or systems to the unique problems clinicians and end users face. Outside of work, Rob is a devoted father, partner, and community hockey coach. His personal interests include leadership, philosophy, entrepreneurialism, physical activity, and creating joyful experiences with family and community. He believes meaningful impact is built through character, discipline, and consistent action over time.

John Hari, Director of Sales

After a humbling season of amateur golf in 2017, John gave up his dreams of the PGA Tour to join the noble fight against plantar fasciitis, metatarsalgia, and overpronation. When threats evolved to cruciate ligament tears and osteoarthritis, John’s Bachelors of Science degree in Kinesiology was a key asset on the front lines.

His time in the trenches made for a natural transition to Area Manager, overseeing and executing winning strategies in BC and Ontario. Battered and bruised, John returned home but couldn’t ignore his call to duty. Now waving the Ortho Active flag, John continues to educate on the leading edge of technology in this sector.

You can find John stuck in traffic talking to himself in various accents and languages, running through why he said “you too” when the server said, “enjoy your meal.”

“Survive!”

– Kirk Lazarus

Amanda Dunbar, Inside Sales Representative/Marketing Coordinator

Amanda first joined Ortho Active in 2023 in Customer Service, and has since moved from Inside Sales Representative (supporting customers throughout their experience from day to day sales support, supply chain management, and supervising other members of the Customer Service team) to the Marketing Coordinator position to oversee the company’s marketing strategy including social media, website management, tradeshows, sales resource creation, and otherwise supporting the external Sales team! Amanda holds a Bachelor of Business Administration with Distinction in Marketing and Human Resources from SFU’s Beedie School of Business.

Along with being a certified MUA (Beauty and SPFX), Amanda spends her time outside of work doing her self-defined “grandma hobbies” (crocheting, knitting, reading), travelling whenever she can, and spending time with friends and family.

Tania Parker, Office Manager

Tania first joined the team at Ortho Active in 2012 As Office Manager at Ortho Active, Tania oversees the finer details of administration across accounting, payroll, HR, and logistics/operations. She enjoys learning and has earned certificates in business, bookkeeping, employment law, and logistics/supply chain. Tania is an associate member of the Certified Professional Bookkeepers of Canada and the National Payroll Institute, and holds a University Certificate in Human Resources & Labour Relations from Athabasca University.

Outside of work, she enjoys reading, volunteering, and spending time with her kids, family, and two dogs.

Chaos, CHO (Chief Happiness Officer)

Proud guard dog of the office, Chaos is best known for his daily zoomies, love of treats, pawing for pets, and sleeping the work day away in any sunny spot he can find.