Our Team

EXECUTIVE TEAM

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President and CEO

Barb earned her Master's of Science at the University of Calgary and her Doctorate in Geography and Environmental Studies from Wilfrid Laurier University and she previously ran a spatial analytics consultancy. Her favourite thing about working at 知阴视频 is knowing that what she does matters. 鈥淏eing part of an organization that is improving how technology is accessed and used, for everyone, makes me proud to come to work!鈥� If she's not at her desk, you will find her on the road, working and meeting with 知阴视频鈥檚 member community.

Bill Friedrich

COO

Bill is a senior leader and enterprise architect who flourishes where business and technology meet. He has a BSc (Distinction) in Computer Science, is certified in the TOGAF 9 Enterprise Architecture framework, and holds the CIPS designation of Information Systems Professional of Canada. Prior to joining 知阴视频, he was the Managing Director of Enterprise Architecture for North America鈥檚 largest public bank.聽If he鈥檚 not at his desk, you will find him at a concert or movie, bicycling around town, or snowboarding down a mountain.

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CFO

Prior to joining 知阴视频, Karim was CFO of one of the fastest growing tech companies in Canada, Imaging Dynamics Company Ltd. His favourite thing about working here is the culture of curiosity: 鈥渂eing a not-for-profit allows for long-term thinking and planning, objectivity, neutrality and being able to pursue 鈥榙oing the right thing'.鈥� If he's not at his desk, you will find him walking his dog.

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Vice President, Technology

Joe leads the Network, Security, and Technical operations teams. As well as facilitating the vital digital infrastructure used by thousands of researchers, students, and teachers in the province, his teams run ground-breaking technical investigations and pilots, with the goal of improving the lives of everyday Albertans. Joe has 23 years of professional IT experience and is passionate about supporting open-source tools and helping others benefit from technological developments. He is a co-author of the OpenStack Operations Guide, a foundational guide for cloud computing.

Meagan Hampel

Vice President, External Relations

Meagan has a journalism degree from Carleton University, and previously worked as a science reporter, where she was required to write up to 20,000 words a month. She continues to write at 知阴视频, and enjoys creating blog posts or news updates that raise awareness of the great things Albertans are doing with new technology. If she's not at her desk, you will find her traveling the world, zumba-ing, or working on the office puzzle. Three things she could not live without are cereal, chocolate, and sarcasm.

PROJECT AND PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

May Lynn聽Lee

Director of Programs & Services

During her time at 知阴视频 so far, May Lynn has overseen the launch of some of our most important services, including ShareIT and the Pika Federation, and has also led collaborations with government and industry partners. She appreciates the variety of projects at 知阴视频, as it allows her to continually learn new things. When she鈥檚 not working, May Lynn likes to experiment in the kitchen, creating both food and beauty products. An avid traveler, her bucket list includes visiting Morocco, Costa Rica, Peru, Austria, and Japan.

Brad White

Project Manager

Brad is well experienced with IT project management, having managed the end-to-end delivery of several solutions architecture, business analysis, and IS projects before joining 知阴视频. The three things he could not live without are: his outdoor adventuring and world travel partner, his friends and board game collection.

SHAREIT

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Director, ShareIT

Mary was the first female firefighter in Ontario, and the first to open up a Goodlife Fitness Centre in western Canada. At 知阴视频, her biggest achievement so far was winning the CUCCIO 鈥淐ollaboration of the Year鈥� award for a project that's never been done before (ShareIT). Her favourite thing about working at 知阴视频 is being given the trust to steer her own ship. The three things she could not live without are her son, her dog, and her canoe.

Harold Berry

Procurement Lead

Harold is a Supply Chain Management Professional who, prior to joining 知阴视频, spent several years working at the City of Medicine Hat and Mount Royal University. There, he implemented numerous shared services initiatives, including Purchasing Card Programs, and successfully tendered the construction of large buildings focusing on culture and sports. His favourite thing about working at 知阴视频 is 鈥渢hat I go home at the end of the day with a smile on my face because I feel valued and I am making meaningful contributions鈥�.

Charlotte Beauparlant

Senior Project Lead

Charlotte previously worked at Alberta Municipalities in its business services鈥� department, where she helped leverage economies of scale to support municipalities across the province. When she鈥檚 not at work, she enjoys bouldering low, indoor rock climbing. The one place she鈥檇 most like to travel to is Bora Bora, to stay in an overwater bungalow and go scuba diving.

Anna Kosmala

Project Lead

Anna has a Bachelor of Science from Western University and is a certified Project Management Professional. She came to 知阴视频 from British Columbia鈥檚 transportation infrastructure sector, where she managed various subway, interchange, bridge, and bike lane improvement projects. Anna appreciates ShareIT鈥檚 commitment to selflessly serving and supporting Alberta鈥檚 postsecondary and K-12 institutions. A wine and viticulture enthusiast, she hopes to one day travel to the Italian countryside.

Erik Krochak

Project Lead

Erik received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Alberta and previously worked for the Edmonton Public School Board. Erik appreciates being able to connect and learn from tech leaders across the country. When he鈥檚 not at work, you can find him on the golf course, unless it鈥檚 winter, in which case you can find him at his desk, dreaming about golf.

FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

Anna Leung

Controller

Anna received her Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Calgary and is a designated Chartered Professional Accountant. She enjoys building spreadsheets and takes pride in a balanced budget. Outside of work, Anna is an adventurous spirit. She dreams of one day crossing an ocean by sailboat, immersing herself in the vastness of water with no land in sight. Anna also cherishes the companionship of her dog and has a fondness for chicken nuggets, which are a must-have in her life.

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Finance Administrator

Caroline has been with 知阴视频 since it was launched in 1994, helping the company implement its internal systems, procedures, and policies. Her favourite thing about working here is the forward-thinking nature of the company, and the sense that she鈥檚 "making a difference in a challenging, fun and flexible environment (with great people)." If she's not at her desk, you will find her in the mountains, or behind her guitar.

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Accountant

Amyn brings 18 years of experience in accountancy / accounts management to his current role. As the person responsible for distributing cheques to employees, Amyn is one of the most cherished and celebrated members of our staff. For his part, he enjoys the friendly, stress-less environment of 知阴视频. Outside of work, he is an accomplished singer and bagpipe player. His dream holiday is to go on an African Safari.

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Senior Human Resources Generalist

A typical day for Alyshia is as follows: "Coffee. Organize. Schedule. Schedule. Organize. Meeting." Her previous non-profit experience includes managing an amateur sporting grant program for the Calgary Flames. Her favourite thing about 知阴视频 is its culture, ambition, flexibility, and people. If she's not at her desk, you will find her at the pottery studio. The one place she鈥檇 most like to go is the Great Bear Rainforest in BC: 鈥淚t looks quiet and peaceful there.鈥�

Meg Smith

Executive Assistant

Meg is an experienced Executive Assistant with over 10 years of supporting C-level executives under her belt, and has worked extensively on Boards of Directors as a Corporate Secretary in the non-profit space. In addition to her main roles, Meg is also 知阴视频鈥檚 office manager and Chair of 知阴视频鈥檚 social committee. Meg鈥檚 favorite thing about 知阴视频 is our culture and our people. If she鈥檚 not at her desk, you can find her walking her rescue husky, Indy.

Riley Merchant

Human Resources Administrator

Prior to joining 知阴视频, Riley worked at the Leighton Art Centre, a non-profit museum and art gallery, where she was responsible for developing and organizing an art inventory management process. As well as supporting the general administration of 知阴视频鈥檚 HR, she is also involved in hiring and onboarding new staff. A big fan of art, she hopes to one day visit the Museo del Prado in Spain to check out the great works they have on display.

DATA SCIENCE

Zachary Shand

Senior Data Scientist

Zachary has a MSc in Physics from the University of Calgary, and previously led the data science department at a start-up. A typical day at 知阴视频 involves helping teach Albertans about data science, or helping build data science solutions for Alberta companies (and showing them how their data can work for them). If he's not at his desk, you will find him biking along the Bow River. The one place he鈥檇 most like to travel to is London, UK, to see his family.

Jiaxin Zhang

Data Scientist

Jiaxin has a MSc from the University of Alberta and previously worked as a consultant in the university鈥檚 Statistics Division. One of his greatest career accomplishments (so far) was placing second place in the Case Studies in Data Analysis Poster Competition at the Statistical Society of Canada 2019 annual meeting.

Jordan Swanson

Data Scientist

Jordan holds a Bachelor of Kinesiology and Master of Data Science and Analytics, both from University of Calgary, and previously managed a health research lab at the university. As part of his data science work at 知阴视频, he enjoys teaching others about the cool ways they can incorporate data science into their everyday lives. A general fixit kind of guy, Jordan is as comfortable under the hood of a car as he is behind a computer.

TECH SERVICES 鈥� DEVELOPMENT

Rulan Lu

Software Developer

Rulan holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from the University of Calgary, and has previous experience volunteering with a Calgary non-profit to create an application for recruiting mentors for at-risk youth. Her favourite part of working at 知阴视频 is knowing what she鈥檚 doing is making a real difference to others. In her free time, she enjoys making art for friends and family, including pet portraits or designing tattoos.

Jaide Porter

Software Developer

While a student at the University of Calgary, Jaide was the telemetry team lead for the Solar Car team. An active advocate for women representation, she was selected as the team's representative for the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Her favourite thing about working at 知阴视频 is the ability to work in a fun and inclusive environment, while collaborating with the team on new challenges. If she's not at her desk, you will find her playing board games, listening to music, or drawing.

Derek Walz

Software Developer

Derek holds a Master of Engineering in Software Engineering from the University of Calgary, and previously spent eight years working as a process engineer in oil and gas. A typical day for him at 知阴视频 is spent learning and applying new skills and practices to solve that week鈥檚 pressing issues. Outside of work, he maintains a small addiction to accumulating vinyl records, and plays the washboard in a bluegrass band.

TECH SERVICES - NETWORK

Scott Henwood

Operations Manager

Bio coming soon...

Mike Norton

Network Administrator

Mike comes from the K-12 IT space, where he experienced the evolution of classroom connectivity from printer access, to dial-up access, to the Alberta SuperNet, to Wi-Fi and beyond. He holds a Telecommunications Engineering Technology diploma from NAIT, and greatly enjoys the important but behind-the-scenes role that network administrators play. If he's not at his desk, you will find him at his other desk, hacking away at random personal projects or playing with music and sound.

Courtney Davis

Network Administrator

Courtney holds an Information Technology: Network Systems diploma from SAIT. Since joining 知阴视频, she鈥檚 learned a lot about the specialized world of R&E networking! Her favourite thing about working here is its focus on enabling and helping our members, not making a profit (and also the people and community). The three things she could not live without are: family, friends, and a stable internet connection.

Alvaro Pereira

Network Administrator

Alvaro completed his Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at the Federal University of Santa Catarina in Brazil. His career has included stints with networks both big and small, and one of his proudest professional accomplishments was combining network administration with software development to automate a globally spanning network. He is happy to now be back at 知阴视频 working with awesome people and exciting technology. If he's not at his desk, you will find him traveling.

TECH SERVICES - SECURITY

Kevin Paul

Director of Cybersecurity Operations

Kevin obtained his Offensive Security Certified Professional designation and leveraged that experience to develop the CPS Advanced Cyber Capabilities (Red) Team and a public-private-public partnership between the Calgary Police Service and the University of Calgary Canadian Cyber Assessment, Training and Experimentation Centre. If he's not at his desk, you will find him at the cabin on the water, or on hackthebox attempting to gain a foothold or elevate privilege.

Catherine Farr

Senior Project Manager

Catherine has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Alberta, and worked within several technology and education sectors in Alberta before coming to 知阴视频. Since joining, she says every day brings new adventures, and loves 知阴视频ns鈥� willingness to jump in, try out something new, and see what happens. If she's not at her desk, you will find her 鈥渋n the library, with the candlestick...鈥�

Luis Novoa

Cybersecurity Analyst

Luis holds a Master鈥檚 Degree in Information Technology Security, and started his career in cybersecurity at the Central Bank of Mexico. He appreciates the opportunity to use his knowledge to support the development of the society around him. If he鈥檚 not at his desk, you will find him with his family, watching a movie or tv, and, if it is not cold outside, camping, swimming, hiking, biking, or otherwise barbecuing, baking a pizza, or cooking some Mexican food.

Kolby MacDonald

Cybersecurity Analyst

Kolby holds an Information System Security Diploma from SAIT, and previously served as a Corporal in the Kings Own Calgary Regiment. He enjoys working in positions where he can apply his personal interests towards helping others. If he's not at his desk, you will find him working on one of his vehicles, backcountry camping, or writing software.

Angelina Rochon

SOC Analyst

Bio coming soon...

Callum Goheen

SOC Analyst

Bio coming soon...

Jason Mattson

SOC Analyst

Bio coming soon...

Josue Tiempo

SOC Analyst

Bio coming soon...

TECH SERVICES - OPERATIONS

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Technical Operations Manager

From managing our cloud services to now being in charge of the Technical Operations department, Micheal and his聽 team take care of 知阴视频's cloud services, internal IT, internal infrastructure, and the ever nascent "other tasks as required". As well as brewing a fine cup of coffee for his colleagues, he cites writing his staff bio as his greatest professional accomplishment (so far) in his 10+ years at the organization. His favourite thing about working at 知阴视频 is knowing that he's helping Albertans accomplish so much more than they realize.

Chad Garrovillas

Systems Administrator

Chad holds a Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering from De Salle University in the Philippines. Her favourite thing about working at 知阴视频 is supporting the Rapid Access Cloud, which provides free cloud computing resources to researchers and educators to help with their testing, analysis and experimentation. If she's not at her desk, you will find her cuddling with her fur babies, camping, or travelling with her hubby.

Logan Thies

Systems Administrator

Previous to joining 知阴视频, Logan worked as a System Administrator in both Oil & Gas and education sectors, before becoming a cybersecurity consultant for a variety of European and North American clients. At 知阴视频 he focuses on a variety of projects ranging from Systems Architecture, Automation, as well as Security Operations. If he's not at his desk, you will find him enjoying the great outdoors.

SHARED CISO

Curtis Blais

Shared CISO

Curtis is a multi-discipline certified security and risk expert with a networking and application development background. He finished at the top of his Cyber Risk Management class at Harvard, has a Masters degree in Leadership and Organizational Change and has worked for every level of government and for numerous verticals both in Canada and internationally.

COMMUNICATIONS AND POLICY

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Senior Policy Advisor

Imran has over 7 years' experience as a policy and political staffer, working in the Legislative Assembly of Alberta and the federal House of Commons. Prior to joining 知阴视频 he served as a policy advisor to a federal representative sitting on the Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Technology, working on a number of federal policy changes in innovation, technology and rural broadband access.

Imran has a B.A in Political Science from the University of Calgary.

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Communications & Design Specialist

Laura holds a B.A. in Mass Communications / Media Studies from Carleton University, as well as diplomas in Integrated Marking Communications and Graphic Design. She has worked extensively in not-for-profit organizations, both as an employee and as a volunteer. Her favourite thing about 知阴视频 is 1) the amazing culture and great staff, and 2) the ability to help improve the lives of Albertans. The three things she could not live without are: tea, wireless headphones, and sleep.