Alana Best
Alana Best has dedicated her career to public service with a consistent focus on supporting communities, strengthening public institutions, and fostering trusted relationships across sectors. A Chartered Professional Accountant, she is currently a Director at Deloitte, where she supports public sector clients on governance, funding models, and large-scale initiatives. She previously served as Assistant Deputy Minister and Executive Financial Officer for the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, Culture and Sport as well as the Ministry of Municipal Affairs with the Government of British Columbia.
Alana has worked closely with provincial and local governments across British Columbia, bringing a strong understanding of public accountability, stewardship, and community-centred decision-making. She has contributed to significant cultural infrastructure initiatives, including providing financial and governance support to the Royal BC Museum’s Collections and Research Building project. Alana also previously served on the Board of the Greater Victoria Women’s Shelter Society, supporting governance, financial oversight, and organizational sustainability.
A committed supporter of the arts, Alana brings both professional experience and personal passion to her role. She is an avid traveler whose interest in exploring new places is closely tied to visiting galleries and cultural institutions. She sees art as a universal language—one that reflects who we are as a society, what we struggle with, and where we find joy, meaning, and connection. Alana is also the author of Around the World in Black & White (2023), a memoir exploring family, culture, and identity.
