I am the Executive Director of Deep Tech Canada and also serve as Corporate Board Secretary. Since helping launch the organization in 2015, I have built and developed a global network of industry, government, and academic connections that are advancing Canadian innovation. I also serve on several committees and am the Secretary of the International Standards Organization Terminology and Nomenclature joint working group.I started my career working for non-profit organizations. Later, I moved to the federal government and spent 13 years supporting the Canadian House of Commons and the National Research Council. My background includes communications, stakeholder engagement and consultation, public relations, and business development. I support Deep Tech Canada members here at home and while travelling in Asia, Europe, and North America to lead delegations that showcase Canadian excellence in emerging technologies. Outside of work, I am an avid traveller, budding gardener, and serve as corporate secretary and chair of community and school councils.