Accelerate Okanagan Announces New Board of Directors

Blog November 6, 2023

Posted by Carollynn Schafer

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On October 26, AO hosted an Annual General Meeting for the Board of Directors and its members. This event gives us the opportunity to reflect on how Accelerate Okanagan has supported the growth and achievements of the Okanagan tech community over the past year. You can browse through the 2022/2023 Annual Report to read more about the initiatives we launched, and the milestones that AO and the ecosystem achieved. 

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At the AGM, our members elect new directors to replace the board members whose terms are ending. We would like to take a moment to acknowledge our outgoing board members Phil Ashman, Tanja Halsall, Buffy Mills, and Sally Powell. Thank you for your time and dedication to Accelerate Okanagan and the Okanagan tech community. Your impact on the community will continue to be felt for years to come.  

This year’s Board of Directors will consist of both new and returning members, and we are fortunate to have 15 directors supporting our organization. This diverse group of skilled professionals have a wealth of experience and are committed to supporting us and the community through the next chapter of growth. We are looking forward to the year ahead and are thrilled to introduce the Accelerate Okanagan Board of Directors for 2023/2024 to our community.  

Nicole Rustad

Carbon Counts

Chief Impact Officer

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Michael Macaulay

Lawson Lundell LLP

Partner

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Chris Pinkerton

Clearco

Global Director of Partnerships

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Shayne Dyrdal

Kelowna International Airport

Senior Finance and Corporate Services Manager

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Mark Betteridge

Mark Betteridge & Associates

Chief Executive Officer

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Ashley Ramsay

Yeti Farm Creative

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

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Derek Edstrom

City of Kelowna

Divisional Director of Partnerships and Investments

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Harry Singh

Venture Capital and Corporate Development Executive

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Jennifer Kilback

Hyper Hippo

Chief Business Officer

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Krista Mallory

Central Okanagan Economic Development Comission

Manager

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Sandra Spencer

UBC

Innovation Manger

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Reece Tomlinson

RWT Growth

Founder & Managing Partner

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Devin Rubadeau

Okanagan College

Chair of the Okanagan School of Business

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Brie Elson

Potentia HR

Engagement Consultant

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Laine Nevison

MAVAN Capital Partners

Chief Executive Officer

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At Accelerate Okanagan we believe that entrepreneurs are the key to unlocking a better future. If we want to solve complex challenges in our community, we need to continuously build capacity for entrepreneurship and leadership. We continue to look ahead at the changing needs of our community. Now more than ever, Accelerate Okanagan is ready to elevate entrepreneurs, address challenges companies are facing, and foster meaningful connections in our community.

Interested in getting involved in Accelerate Okanagan? There is always something happening in the Okanagan tech community. Plug in by connecting with us, becoming a member or attending an event.

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