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Jesse Finkelstein is co-founder and principal of Page Two, a publishing company that helps experts, industry leaders and organizations publish non-fiction books. Jesse brings to her work an extensive knowledge of author relations, publishing operations, sales strategy, and digital publishing. In previous publishing roles, Jesse ran D&M Publishers day-to-day operations as Chief Operating Officer, leading the company\u2019s digital and international sales strategies, licensing content in multiple formats and in global markets, and developing enhanced ebooks. Prior to this role, Jesse was associate publisher at Raincoast Books, where she managed the publishing department, oversaw acquisitions and sold foreign rights. She holds a master of publishing degree from Simon Fraser University.<\/p>\n

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Founder of Lark Productions, Louise Clark began her career at the National Film Board of Canada. Her career as a producer and broadcast executive spans television series, drama and comedy, documentaries\u00a0 and feature films.<\/p>\n

For Canada’s top network, CTV, Louise developed and oversaw production on five seasons of the number one comedy CORNER GAS, and three seasons of the critically acclaimed ROBSON ARMS. She also oversaw production on multiple seasons of FLASHPOINT and THE LISTENER,\u00a0 ground-breaking Canada\/US co-ventures.\u00a0 As Vice President of Program Development, she was responsible for all original development and production across Canada, and worked directly with CTV specialty channels Bravo, The Comedy Network, and Space.<\/p>\n

Louise had oversight of all projects at Lark Productions with her partner Erin Haskett, who now runs the company, and was Executive Producer on four seasons of CTV’s original drama series MOTIVE (ABC & USA), critically acclaimed documentary series and ratings success, EMERGENCY ROOM: LIFE & DEATH AT VGH for Knowledge Network, and the hit format series REAL HOUSEWIVES OF VANCOUVER.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

 
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Jeevyn Dhaliwal, K.C. is a Vancouver lawyer who represents public sector and business clients in connection with workplace immigration and related employment issues. Jeevyn is active in the legal community as an elected Bencher of the Law Society of British Columbia, where she serves as first Vice President until 2024 when she will assume the role of President.\u00a0 Jeevyn has served as a longstanding Board member and past president of the South Asian Bar Association of British Columbia, in which capacity she has mentored and supported legal professionals of South Asian descent.<\/p>\n

As selected by her peers, Jeevyn has been included in Best Lawyers Canada since 2014 and she is a Lexpert Zenith Award winner.<\/p>\n

Her larger community involvement extends to singing at charitable and sporting events and she has, over the years, been a frequent guest anthem singer for the Vancouver Canucks NHL hockey team.<\/p>\n

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Michelle Grady is President of Sony Pictures Imageworks, responsible for overall operations, strategy, planning, and production. The award-winning visual effects and animation facility most recently completed work on SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 3, ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA, the Academy Award\u00ae-nominated THE SEA BEAST and THE MITCHELLS VS. THE MACHINES, IN VAULTED HALLS ENTOMBED, an episode of the Netflix animated anthology LOVE, DEATH & ROBOTS, SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME, and the Academy Award\u00ae-winning SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER-VERSE.<\/p>\n

Michelle has spent over two decades in the Visual Effects and Post-production industry in Vancouver, where her career grew alongside the expanding film production business in the city.<\/p>\n

She joined Imageworks from the visual effects studio MPC, where she served as head of film, managing projects including: SUICIDE SQUAD, BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE, GODZILLA, MALEFICENT, and the Academy Award\u00ae-winning LIFE OF PI.<\/p>\n

Prior to MPC, Grady was vice president and general manager at Technicolor, overseeing a 35mm film laboratory, digital post production and VFX divisions.<\/p>\n

Michelle is Chair of the Animation & VFX Alliance of BC, Vice Chair of the Motion Picture Production Industry Association of BC (MPPIA), and Executive Committee Member of Creative BC.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Matt O’Grady is an award-winning communications professional who has held senior leadership positions at both regional and national media companies. He has served as Editor-in-Chief of BC Business magazine twice from Mar. 2008 to May 2011, and Jan. 2014 to Nov. 2016 during which time the magazine was nominated for several National Magazine Awards, as well as a Jack Webster Award for excellence in journalism. He has also worked for The Globe and Mail in both Toronto and Vancouver, most recently running their west coast operations as British Columbia Bureau Chief.<\/div>\n
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Matt has deep ties within the Vancouver media community, having served as an editor at Vancouver magazine and Western Living, worked as an online editor for CBC British Columbia, and taught non-fiction writing, editing and magazine production courses at Langara College, Simon Fraser University and Capilano University (he continues to teach at Langara and SFU). Matt is a graduate of the Queen Smith School of Business Bachelor of Commerce program (Honours) and SFU Master of Publishing program.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Amy Lang<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Amy Lang, President of North Shore and Mammoth Studios, oversees all aspects of the operations and administration of the two production facilities. Amy is actively involved in industry-building initiatives and is an Executive Director for the Motion Picture Production Industry Association (MPPIA) and a Director on the Invest Vancouver Management Board to champion long-term growth of the film and television industry in B.C. Amy previously held the position of Director of Finance & People at Bosa Development for the past 5 years and prior to that worked at PricewaterhouseCoopers (Vancouver) from 2007 to 2017. During her years with PricewaterhouseCoopers Amy worked with both public and private companies across a broad range of industries including real estate, mining, forestry, financial services, retail, film & entertainment, and technology. Her time there also included working with PricewaterhouseCoopers (San Jose) focused exclusively on private equity venture capital in the life sciences & bio-medical field. Amy was also involved in leading the training and development programs for the CA (CPA) exams and has also worked as an Adjunct Professor in the accounting department at UBC Sauder School of Business. Amy holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Simon Fraser University, a Master of Professional Accounting from the University of Saskatchewan, and is a CPA-CA.<\/p>\n

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Shirley Lew is the Dean, School of Arts and Sciences at Vancouver Community College (VCC). Prior to this position, she was a librarian in leadership positions and active in province-wide initiatives such as Digital BC. She was also adjunct faculty in the library program at UBC. Prior to a career in libraries, she was a bookseller in Vancouver for over ten years.<\/p>\n

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Shirley has served on the boards of Vancouver Writers Fest and West Coast Book Prizes Society, and for two years was a juror for the City of Vancouver Book Awards. She was President of BC Libraries Association and is currently Chair of the BC Libraries Cooperative board. She co-edited and contributed to the collection Feminists Among Us: Resistance and Advocacy in Library Leadership, published in 2017. With her co-editor, Shirley was recognized with the Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) Significant Achievement Award in 2018.<\/p>\n

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Shirley has a Bachelor of Arts in Human Geography and a Master of Library & Information Studies. She is currently pursuing her doctorate in education at UBC.<\/p>\n

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Laura Lightbown<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Laura Lightbown, President of Terra Films Inc., is a Gemini (CSA) and Leo Award-winning prime-time dramatic television producer. Laura has executive produced and consulted on numerous feature films and projects across Canada, including her recent work on the CBC television series “The Romeo Section”. She worked with Brent Butt\u2019s (CTV “Corner Gas”) company, Sparrow Media Inc., where she produced the feature film NO CLUE, and executive produced the series “Hiccups” for CTV. Prior to that, Laura was CEO of Chris Haddock\u2019s company, Haddock Entertainment, where she executive produced multiple successful CBC series such as “Intelligence”, the multi-award winning, eight-season series “Da Vinci\u2019s Inquest”, “Da Vinci\u2019s City Hall”, MTV\/CTV’s “4Real”, as well as several made-for-television movies. Laura has sat on both the national and the B.C. branch boards of the Canadian Media Producers Association and has long been committed to mentoring a diverse group of professionals starting and building their careers in Canada’s motion picture industry.<\/p>\n

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Kesi Smyth<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Kesi Smyth began her career in Canada\u2019s music industry in 2003, undertaking roles of progressive responsibility at Simkin Artist Management and 604 Records where she now holds the title of General Manager & Human Resources. With studies in marketing and human resources management, Kesi now oversees both label operations for the 604 Label Group and the many clients it serves, as well as professional development, people management, and inclusive practices for the company and its staff.<\/p>\n

Most notably, Kesi was Sr. Project Manager for Carly Rae Jepsen during the peak of her Grammy-nominated blockbuster hit, \u201cCall Me Maybe\u201d. During that time Kesi was responsible for an array of activities including strategic marketing, day-to-day operations, and logistical planning for performances like the MuchMusic Video Awards, Billboard Music Awards, American Music Awards, and more.<\/p>\n

Kesi is a Board Member of both FACTOR (The foundation assisting Canadian talent on recordings), and the Canada Independent Music Association (CIMA) and serves ADVANCE, Canada Black music business collective,\u00a0as a regional representative and as part of its membership committee.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Jamie began his professional career as the First Nations Liaison for Klohn-Crippen Consultants, an environmental consulting firm based in Vancouver BC. At Klohn-Crippen, he built a solid reputation in community engagement, consultation, and commercial information technology applications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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In 2005, Jamie launched Sahetxw Consulting, where he has planned and delivered a wide range of successful projects for his clients, from broadband network projects and customized computer science courses to community capacity development and planning.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Now, as both an Information & Communications Technology (ICT) expert and a seasoned Aboriginal Governance consultant and facilitator, who has a background in traditional and digital arts, Jamie brings a truly unique blend of expertise, a remarkably diverse skill set, and a wealth of experience to any project he takes on. He also brings his passion and boundless energy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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He is a member of the Gitxsan Nation and currently sits on the Board of Governors for the Justice Institute of BC and First Peoples Cultural Council. \u00a0He relishes the overlap between his various disciplines and fields of knowledge, embracing both the traditional and the modern.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Bill Tam is recognized as one of the pre-eminent leaders of the Canadian tech sector. A lifelong entrepreneur, Bill has been actively involved with technology and start-ups as a founder, executive, investor, advisor and board member for the past 20 years. Bill co-founded the development of the Digital Technology Supercluster \u2013 a signature innovation program in Canada to drive large-scale collaboration among industry leaders, small and medium enterprises, and post-secondary institutions to develop new technology breakthroughs in digital health and climate adaptation.<\/p>\n

Bill forges partnerships across private and public sectors to accelerate economic growth and foster inclusiveness. He serves on the Steering Committee of the Cascadia Innovation Corridor initiative \u2013 a cross-border partnership between British Columbia, Washington and Oregon to develop and promote a globally recognized hub of innovation and commerce.<\/p>\n

Bill serves as a director of CBC-Radio Canada, Invest Vancouver and Creative BC. In addition, he serves as an advisor to the Vancouver Chinatown Foundation, Founders Institute, the Rideau Hall Foundation and is as an industry advisor at the University of British Columbia (UBC), Simon Fraser University and the British Columbia Institute of Technology. He is a recipient of UBC\u2019s Dean\u2019s Medal of Distinction for his contributions to the engineering and tech community.<\/p>\n

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Kate Wattie is an entrepreneur in B.C.\u2019s dynamic music industry and a leader within the province\u2019s broader arts and culture community, where she also currently chairs the board for Karen Jamieson Dance. Kate is both co-owner of boutique guitar store, Exile Electronics, and artist manager and general manager of her own boutique record label and management company, Tonic Records. Kate brings a global perspective of the industry, combined with a deep understanding of the business behind music. Her career in the music industry began with Virgin Records in London, UK and led her back to B.C., with increasing responsibilities and experiences spanning from management of vintage guitar store, Another Music Shop, to serving previously for four years as a board member of the industry membership association. Her company Tonic Records has been recognized by the Western Canadian Music Awards for Impact in Artist Development and its current and past roster of award-winning clients includes: The Harpoonist and The Axe Murderer, Leeroy Stagger, We Are The City, Ryland Moranz, Satellite and The Harpoonist, Terence Jack, Buckman Coe, Bocephus King, Rodney De Croo and Jody Peck.<\/p>\n

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About Creative BC<\/p>

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Funding, opportunities and events for the creative industries<\/p>

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Creative BC Team<\/p>

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Leadership<\/span><\/h3>

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Prem Gill<\/strong><\/p>

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Prem Gill is Chief Executive Officer of Creative BC. The organization is designated by the Province of British Columbia to focus on uniting, sustaining and growing British Columbia\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s dynamic and diverse creative sector including motion picture, music and sound recording, interactive and digital media, and magazine and book publishing.<\/p>

Prem has been named one of Canada's 100 most powerful women, Vancouver Magazine\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Power 50\u00e2\u20ac\u009d and received the Community Catalyst award from the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. She brings more than 20 years of experience from the digital media and entertainment industries to her current role as CEO, where she is responsible for delivering a wide range of programs and services that will expand B.C.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s creative economy to reach its economic, social and creative potential both at home and globally.<\/p>

Before Creative BC, Prem spent eight years with TELUS, most recently in the role of Director of Production & Original Programming. Her commitment to the advancement of B.C.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s creative economy can be seen through her achievements there, including the successful development and launch of the STORYHIVE program and TELUS\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 Optik TV community channel.<\/p>

For many years, Prem has championed Canadian creativity as a representative and spokesperson to media, industry and government at all levels. Previous roles and responsibilities have included government and regulatory affairs, independent media consultation, cross-platform marketing, communications, research, public affairs and multicultural programming.<\/p>

Prem is currently on the Board of Directors of The Bell Fund, a not-for-profit organization. The Bell Fund\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s mission is to support Canadian Media content makers in creating for and connecting with, audiences here and everywhere.<\/p>

Contact<\/strong>
Media requests:<\/strong> media (at) creativebc.com
General inquiries:<\/strong> info (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Robert Wong<\/strong><\/p>

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After working for several years in a Vancouver chartered accounting firm, Robert first joined Creative BC when it was BC Film + Media. At that time, he became part of the organization's newly forming tax credit team.<\/p>

Now Creative BC's Vice President, Robert markets British Columbia internationally as a destination of choice for projects and companies seeking a world class creative industries centre in which to do business. In his role, he leads the administration of Creative BC's tax credit and granting programs, balancing attraction of international business with support for BC's domestic content creators.<\/p>

During his tenure with the organization, Robert has become the expert on motion picture tax credits, originally helping to launch the BC film and television tax credit program in 1998. He went on to play an integral role in the evolution of British Columbia\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s motion picture industry tax policy.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2236
Email:<\/strong> bwong (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Anita Reichenback<\/strong><\/p>

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Anita Reichenback is responsible for providing confidential, administrative assistance to the CEO, Vice President, and Board of Directors of Creative BC and the BC Film Foundation. She also provides administrative support to the tax credit department.<\/p>

Anita brings over 20 years of administrative experience to the organization and came to Creative BC from the former BC Film + Media.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1\u00c2\u00a0604 730 2249
Email:<\/strong> areichenback (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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James Blair<\/strong><\/p>

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Most recently, James was in charge of business operations and acted as the corporate controller for Embassy Visual Effects, a post-production visual effects studio in Vancouver. Prior to this, he worked in the film, television and entertainment industry for many years in the areas of logistics, on-set supply, equipment sales, financing and payroll disbursement, specifically with EP Canada \u00e2\u20ac\u201c including the administration of film tax credits through Canada Film Capital (now EP Canada - Incentives). As a result, James is very familiar with Creative BC!<\/p>

James is also knowledgeable and experienced in the music industry, having served as the controller of a music instrument retail\/wholesale business and school, and later as Director of Finance for a cross-border brokerage, which served many industries including motion picture and live music.<\/p>

James possesses an MBA and is a CPA with over 17 years\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 experience in finance and accounting. The majority of those years have been spent in a supervisory role. James has worked closely with IT departments in past positions and led several major implementation projects. He has also managed general administration services from office management to employee benefits.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2234
Email:<\/strong> jblair (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Karin Watson<\/strong><\/p>

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Karin brings broad experience to this role, including expertise and education in a variety of areas that are key to her focus at Creative BC on strategic brand-building, research, knowledge and talent development.<\/p>

Previously, she worked with Emily Carr University of Art and Design for close to three years, most recently in the capacity of Digital Strategist and before that as their Media Relations and Communications lead.<\/p>

She possesses five years as an independent professional consultant, providing strategic and hands-on expertise to organizations in the areas of brand positioning, marketing and communications; human resources and employee engagement; as well as operations and organizational development.<\/p>

Prior to these professional activities, Karin worked in various operational roles for Korn\/Ferry International, a leading global talent management firm, for close to 10 years.\u00c2\u00a0 Karin has a BA in Art History and possesses certificates in digital strategy and professional writing.<\/p>

Karin is on the Board of Directors for the BC Centre for Ability Foundation.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2250
Email:<\/strong> kwatson (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Marnie Gee<\/strong><\/p>

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As BC Film Commissioner and Director of Production Services, Marnie Gee leads BC\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s film commission team to deliver provincial film commission services, from locations marketing and physical production resource support, to industry and community relations services. She works to sustain and grow ongoing opportunity and collaboration for the network of industry and government stakeholders who together contribute to the motion picture industry's success in BC. With 20+ years of experience in location and production support in the film and television industry, Marnie has worked throughout British Columbia and brings a specialized knowledge of local communities and geographical areas as well as a strong understanding of the dynamics between communities and motion picture production.<\/p>

Direct Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2247
Main Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2732
Email:<\/strong> mgee (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Provincial Film Commission<\/span><\/h3>

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\"\"Julie Bernard, is the Manager of Production Services + Reel Green\u00e2\u201e\u00a2 Partnerships at Creative BC, and was previously in the same position at the BC Film Commission for 13 years. Julie works closely with local and international producers providing service including valuable resource information and location expertise helping to market the province as a film destination.<\/p>

In Julie\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s 20 years of experience in the film industry as a Location Manager and Production Coordinator, working on many productions: commercials, television movies, pilots, series and feature films, she brings extensive knowledge of the film industry, having worked directly with producers, production managers, directors and the creative teams.<\/p>

Julie has found working at Creative BC both gratifying and complimentary to her many years of film experience, and is passionate about the growth of BC\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Creative Industries.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2244
Email:<\/strong> jbernard (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Se\u00c3\u00a1n Hern\u00c3\u00a1ndez Cummings works closely with local and international producers by providing production services including valuable resource information and location expertise, helping to market the province as a film destination. \u00c2\u00a0Se\u00c3\u00a1n promotes British Columbia as a destination of choice for film producers by preparing customized location packages, facilitating location surveys for the creative team, tracking stage space & studio facility availability, and assessing the suitability of location files for inclusion in Creative BC\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s online locations library.<\/p>

Se\u00c3\u00a1n has significant experience and knowledge of motion picture production in British Columbia having worked as a location manager and scout for more than 30 projects including feature films, television movies and series. \u00c2\u00a0In addition, Se\u00c3\u00a1n brings a diverse background to more than five years experience with Creative BC, including time in professional theatre, finance, real estate appraisal, client services, teaching, and organized labour.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2243
Email:<\/strong> sdcummings (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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\"\"As Location + Listing Consultant, Mike has the responsibility to connect incoming production companies with British Columbia\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s many and varied filming locations. He conducts a creative location breakdown of film and television scripts for potential projects. He is also responsible for overseeing Creative BC\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s proprietary digital library, Reel Scout, and the Locations + Listing Coordinator, managing the Coordinator\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s activities and priorities, ensuring the effectiveness and quality of those services and maintenance of the Reel Scout database, and its associated services to the regional film commissions, property owners and locations professionals.<\/p>

Previously, Mike worked in the Locations Department on a wide range of television series and feature films. He brings to the role more than 12 years of experience in BC\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s film and television industry including positions with BC and Regional Film Offices.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2246
Email:<\/strong> mjamont (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Andrea Connacher | Locations + Listing Coordinator\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"Andrea Connacher joined Creative BC in February 2020 as a Locations + Listing Coordinator on the Provincial Film Commission team. Andrea is responsible for coordinating the operation and maintenance of Creative BC\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s online locations library, which is one of its key vehicles for promoting British Columbia and attracting domestic and international productions to the province. Andrea ensures that the data is current and catalogued correctly and liaises with members of the public and businesses who want to add images of their property for inclusion in the locations library.\u00c2\u00a0 She also provides training for location managers and scouts and regional film offices on its use.<\/p>

Andrea brings to the role a broad range of experience and knowledge of Motion Picture Production in BC which includes 17 years of experience in the Locations Department; most recently with 8 years spent as a Location Scout\/Coordinator doing episodic television. Andrea is also a graduate with honours of BCIT\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Broadcast Media & Communications: Television Program.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604\u00c2\u00a0648 7899
Email:<\/strong> aconnacher (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Julie Stangeland | Regional Lead\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"Julie is responsible for the ongoing evolution of Creative BC\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s engagement, support, and collaboration throughout B.C.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s economic regions. This includes facilitating investment in, and partnership with, the Regional Film Commissions.<\/p>

Building strong regional ties and connections, she undertakes strategic projects, initiatives and policy work to support the sustainability and growth of the motion picture industry, as well as the broader creative industries, across all of BC.<\/p>

Working internally and externally, Julie ensures that Creative BC\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s programs and services reach stakeholders beyond the Lower Mainland\/Southwest, and facilitates collaboration between associations, governments, industry and communities to expand the positive impacts of Creative BC\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s activities.<\/p>

Julie brings to the role a broad range of knowledge of motion picture production in BC which includes five years of experience in the locations department for a wide range of productions in BC.\u00c2\u00a0 She is a graduate of the UBC Film Production Program. She also co-wrote and produced her own short film as part of the annual Crazy8 Short Film Competition.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2245
Email:<\/strong> jstangeland (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Smiely Khurana | Reel Green\u00e2\u201e\u00a2 Sustainability Lead\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

Smiely Khurana is the Reel Green\u00e2\u201e\u00a2 Sustainability Lead at Creative BC, supporting and connecting Reel Green's expanding community of engagement through the implementation of Reel Green's strategic plan, deepening industry's expertise and use of the tools, further transforming production practices through the Clean Energy municipal collaboration, and work to help industry transition to a circular economy.<\/p>

With a background in film and marketing, Smiely has worked on a number of productions in several different positions such as producer\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s assistant, accounting, digital marketing and film promotion, and most recently as a sustainability coordinator. Throughout the years, Smiely\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s passion and involvement in environmental sustainability has allowed her to lead discussions, workshops and keynotes in university film programs, at the Sustainable Production Forum, and host a successful podcast focused on environmental sustainability.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 260 2154
Email:<\/strong> skhurana (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Katharine Pavoni | Manager, Motion Picture Industry + Community Affairs\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"In this role, Katharine is responsible for support and engagement with a variety of stakeholders including all levels of government, industry and community under the guidance of the BC Film Commissioner. She is responsible for a variety of projects and initiatives that support the sustainability and growth of the motion picture industry in BC as well as the management of general inquiries, physical production concerns, policy work and community relations.<\/p>

Katharine\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s background includes 10+ years of experience in film and television production in various positions; most recently with multiple years spent in the locations department doing episodic television. Her broad range of experience in a variety of productions and positions has enabled her to remain creative and efficient in problem solving and collaborating with the entire Provincial Film Commission team at Creative BC.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2248
Email:<\/strong> kpavoni (at) creativebc.com<\/p><\/div>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Jennifer McNeil | Coordinator, Motion Picture Industry + Community Affairs\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"Jennifer joined the Provincial Film Commission at Creative BC in October 2019.\u00c2\u00a0 In her role on the Industry + Community Affairs team, she serves as a first point of contact for general inquiries, works to resolve concerns raised by the community, provides collaboration for ongoing policy work and municipal outreach, and supports physical production to help keep filming viable and sustainable in British Columbia.<\/p>

Jennifer previously worked in locations in Los Angeles where she managed film permits and community outreach for a number of productions.\u00c2\u00a0 Her unique background liaising between production, government, and the community has given her a big-picture perspective of physical production and the ability to collaboratively solve problems.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> + 604 730 2231
Email:<\/strong> jmcneil (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Giovanna Vargas | Coordinator, Motion Picture Industry + Community Affairs\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

As part of the Industry + Community Affairs team,\u00c2\u00a0Giovanna\u00c2\u00a0supports the sustainability of the motion picture industry in B.C. through ongoing municipal outreach, engagement with industry and the community, and collaborative solutions for physical production and community concerns.<\/p>

Giovanna\u00c2\u00a0brings to the role an extensive background from the motion picture industry. Prior to joining the Provincial Film Commission in 2021, she spent several years working in various positions within the locations department for film and TV productions.\u00c2\u00a0Giovanna\u00c2\u00a0is also an award-winning writer and director, recently releasing her first feature film, A Perfect 14, on Amazon Prime Video. Her creative drive enables her to truly connect and provide support to new filmmakers reaching out to Creative BC for guidance on beginning their own journeys.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1\u00c2\u00a0236 455 6240
Email:<\/strong> gvargas (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Katannya Yee | Workforce Diversity Program Lead\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

As part of the Industry + Community Affairs team,\u00c2\u00a0Giovanna\u00c2\u00a0supports the sustainability of the motion picture industry in B.C. through ongoing municipal outreach, engagement with industry and the community, and collaborative solutions for physical production and community concerns.<\/p>

Giovanna\u00c2\u00a0brings to the role an extensive background from the motion picture industry. Prior to joining the Provincial Film Commission in 2021, she spent several years working in various positions within the locations department for film and TV productions.\u00c2\u00a0Giovanna\u00c2\u00a0is also an award-winning writer and director, recently releasing her first feature film, A Perfect 14, on Amazon Prime Video. Her creative drive enables her to truly connect and provide support to new filmmakers reaching out to Creative BC for guidance on beginning their own journeys.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1
Email:<\/strong> kyee (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"||5px|||\" collapsed=\"on\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=\"3_4\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_text _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"|75px|1px|||\" inline_fonts=\"IBM Plex Sans\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

Motion Picture Tax Credits Team<\/span><\/h3>

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"5px|60px|1px||false|false\" collapsed=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=\"3_4\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_toggle title=\"Jill Reilly | Manager, Motion Picture Tax Credits\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"Jill Reilly is the manager of the tax credit team at Creative BC and provides direction and oversight to the department in the administration of the Film Incentive BC and Production Services Tax Credits. She has had extensive experience with the provincial tax credit system, having been a business analyst at Creative BC and, before that, BC Film + Media for many years. Prior to working in the tax credit department, Jill worked at the Union of B.C. Performers \/ ACTRA.<\/p>

Jill has a degree in Economics from the University of Manitoba and in Law from the University of Toronto. In her spare time, she enjoys running, biking and cheering on her beloved Winnipeg Jets.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2237
Email:<\/strong> jreilly (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Bijana Radovic | Business Analyst, Motion Picture Tax Credits\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"Biljana Radovic analyzes applications to Film Incentive BC and the Production Services Tax Credit, including production budgets, distribution and financing agreements and other documentation, in order to determine eligibility in accordance with the program legislation and regulations.<\/p>

Biljana is a published playwright and academic writer; a former editor in chief and accredited film critic at the international film festivals VENICE (2005), MILAN (2005), TIFF (2004), FEST (2004) etc.<\/p>

Prior to joining Creative BC in 2019, Biljana was a Business Affairs and Production Associate at Omnifilm Entertainment and had over a decade long\u00c2\u00a0career in Business Affairs in Motion Picture, Indie Film Distribution, Screenwriting for Endemol\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s format driven TV shows, and Theatre Production.<\/p>

Biljana\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s academic competencies are Post Baccalaureate diploma: North American Business Management (2016. Capilano University, North Vancouver), Master\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s degree: Production of Dramatic Arts and Media - Film and TV (2008. University of Arts, Belgrade), and Bachelor\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s degree: Dramaturgy (2005. Academy of Arts, Belgrade).<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2232
Email:<\/strong> bradovic (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Kal Dhoot | Business Analyst, Motion Picture Tax Credits\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"Kal Dhoot joined Creative BC in November 2019 in reviewing and processing FIBC and PSTC applications; in addition to, providing guidance to producers with their provincial tax credit needs.<\/p>

Kal previously worked as a production accountant for local and international companies working on many highly acclaimed films. He has a MBA from SFU\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Beedie School of Business and a Bachelors in Accounting degree from BCIT.<\/p>

During his free time, Kal can be found spending time with his wife and two kids, attending concerts, listening to golden age hip hop, and watching obscure foreign horror movies.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2240
Email:<\/strong> kdhoot (at) creativebc.com<\/p><\/div><\/div>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Joanne Chow | Business Analyst, Motion Picture Tax Credits\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"Joanne Chow is a Business Analyst for the Creative BC Motion Picture Tax Credit team. She processes applications for the Motion Picture Tax Credit programs: Film Incentive BC and Production Services Tax Credit, while providing expertise and service to local and international producers.<\/div>
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Prior to joining Creative BC in 2019, Joanne worked as a software engineer in California for many years. Joanne is a Jill of many trades with excellent crafting skills, a degree in Computer Engineering from the University of British Columbia and a diploma in Film and TV writing from Vancouver Film School.<\/div>
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Tel:<\/strong> +1 778 657 6278<\/div>
Email:<\/strong> jchow (at) creativebc.com<\/div>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Lea Chambers | Business Analyst, Motion Picture Tax Credits\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"Lea Chambers joined the tax credits department to support the implementation of Creative BC\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s new pre-certification process for PSTC tax credits. Lea also assists the tax team more broadly in delivering provincial film, television, digital animation and visual effects tax credits for British Columbia.<\/p>

For the three years prior to this role, Lea was responsible for processing payment requests at Creative BC and had the pleasure of taking on special projects like impact report photography.<\/p>

Graduating from the University of Waterloo with a Bachelor of Mathematics, Lea\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s educational background is in maths, business, and economics. Outside of the office, these days, Lea can be found writing, reading, and photographing.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2252
Email:<\/strong> lchambers (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Andr\u00c3\u00a9e Laplante | Coordinator, Motion Picture Tax Credits\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

Andr\u00c3\u00a9e has returned to Creative BC to support the Tax Credit Team as the Tax Credit Coordinator after having pursued personal writing projects for several years. Andr\u00c3\u00a9e is familiar with the BC Motion Picture Tax Credit programs since she was a tax credit business analyst with SODEC in Quebec for 7 years, prior to joining BC Film + Media (now Creative BC), where she was part of the tax credit team for another 7 years.<\/p>

Andr\u00c3\u00a9e has a degree in Business Administration from Laval University in Quebec.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1\u00c2\u00a0604 262 8678
Email:<\/strong> alaplante (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Funding Programs | Book, Magazine Publishing, Motion Picture, Interactive<\/span><\/h3>

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"5px|60px|1px||false|false\" collapsed=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=\"3_4\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_toggle title=\"Mathew Parry | Program Analyst\" _builder_version=\"4.11.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" hover_enabled=\"0\" global_colors_info=\"{}\" sticky_enabled=\"0\"]<\/p>

\"\"Mathew began his career in film locations in his native Wales, spending a decade working for the Wales Screen Commission, attracting and providing support to productions of all shapes and sizes. His locations talents eventually led him to Vancouver by way of Los Angeles where for a number of years he helped facilitate international productions on behalf of the UK Film Council from their Hollywood office.<\/p>

Now at Creative BC, Mathew\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s primary responsibilities lie within the Development Team where he oversees a number of programs including the Project Development Fund, and other partnership programs with external organizations supporting film and TV development.<\/p>

Mathew has a Master\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s degree in history, and is also a graduate of the Documentary Film Production program at Langara College. A short film he produced and shot as part of the program was selected for screening at DOXA (Vancouver Documentary Film Festival) and at other festivals in Canada and the UK.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2239
Email:<\/strong> mparry (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Janine Steele | Project Manager, Domestic Motion Picture Fund\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"Janine Steele is an experienced producer, production manager and arts administrator working at the confluence of linear filmmaking and digital media. Most recently as Director of Operations, Digital at the National Film Board of Canada, she managed the team behind their online platforms, NFB.ca and the NFB Films App.<\/p>

Before that Janine was Operations Manager for their Vancouver-based English Digital Studio, where she produced or project managed pioneering interactive documentaries like Far Away From Far Away, Seven Digital Deadly Sins, Bear 71 and Welcome to Pine Point. Her work has received dozens of awards including a Cannes Cyber Lion, FWA Site of the Year and several Webby Awards.<\/p>

Janine is excited to be returning to Creative BC. Under the former BC Film shingle, she was responsible for the design and release of the first interactive media funds, as well as oversaw the industry-renowned Slate Development Fund and Passport to Markets programs.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2230
Email:<\/strong> jsteele (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Rylan Friday | Coordinator, Funding Programs\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1\u00c2\u00a0778 878 4891
Email:<\/strong> rfriday\u00c2\u00a0(at)\u00c2\u00a0<\/em>creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Selina Crammond | Program Analyst\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

Before joining Creative BC as a Program Analyst in September 2021, Selina was the Director of Programming at DOXA Documentary Film Festival, Western Canada\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s largest Film Festival. While at DOXA she provided artistic, strategic, and operational leadership for the organization at large. She is also one of the founding members of the Vancouver Podcast Festival, produced by The Documentary Media Society.<\/div>
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In addition, Selina has over 12 years of experience in a wide range of roles related to program coordination, youth mentorship and media production. She has worked for many local organizations including Vancouver International Film Festival, CBC Radio, Intersections Opportunities for Youth Society, Museum of Vancouver, and CiTR Radio. Selina has an undergraduate degree in Communication and Fine and Performing Arts from Simon Fraser University and is currently pursuing a graduate degree in Liberal Studies. In her downtime, Selina enjoys playing drums, reading philosophy, and going on bike rides with friends.<\/div>
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Tel:<\/strong> +1 236 455 0945<\/div>
Email:<\/strong> scrammond (at) creativebc.com<\/div>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Robin Macabulous | Coordinator, Funding Programs\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

Robin joined the Creative BC team as Funding Programs Coordinator in August 2021 to support the administration of book and magazine publishing, interactive and digital media, and motion picture industry funding programs. He comes from a background in film where early on in his career, gained years of coordinating experience working as a Production Coordinator on various international co-productions and features.<\/div>
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Prior to joining Creative BC, Robin worked for Front Street Pictures Inc. and previously supported research, strategy, and policy initiatives such as the BC Motion Picture Industry Below-the-Line Market study 2019 at Notio Media Inc.<\/div>
\u00c2\u00a0<\/div>
Outside of his work at Creative BC, He is also an independent film producer that focuses on telling Filipino driven stories with some of his work having been selected at the DOXA Documentary Film Festival, Hawaii International Film Festival, Whistler Film Festival, Toronto International Film Festival, and the Story to Action program.<\/div>
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Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2239<\/div>
Email:<\/strong> rmacabulos (at) creativebc.com<\/div>

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Funding Programs | Music + Sound Recording<\/span><\/h3>

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column_inner][\/et_pb_row_inner][et_pb_row_inner _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"default\" custom_padding=\"5px|60px|1px||false|false\" collapsed=\"off\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_column_inner saved_specialty_column_type=\"3_4\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"default\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"][et_pb_toggle title=\"Brenda Grunau | Manager, Music Programs\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"Brenda is the manager of the new Music Team, and brings more than 15 years of experience in Canada\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s music industry. Most recently, she was at CiTR, UBC\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s radio station, where she held the position of Station Manager and was the Publisher of Discorder magazine. In this role, she was responsible for strategic planning, stakeholder relations, fundraising, grant writing, finances and human resources, leading a team of 20 employees and 250+ volunteers to create local programming with a mandate to support local, Canadian and niche music.<\/p>

Brenda has a degree in music performance, as well as an MBA in Arts and Media from York University. She has organized festivals and community events, and chaired the boards of the Vancouver Folk Music Festival and the National Campus and Community Radio Association. Outside of work, Brenda enjoys festivals, hosting a local music and food radio program on CiTR, biking around town and playing croquet in the park.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2251
Email:<\/strong> bgrunau (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Gina Loes | Program Analyst, Music Programs\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"Gina Loes joined Creative BC in December 2016 as Program Analyst in the music department. Gina is responsible for the Career Development program and supports artists applying for recording, marketing and music video production grants.<\/p>

Gina has her BA in Music from The University of British Columbia. Her primary music project was writing and performing with Vancouver band, The Ruffled Feathers. Gina worked in music publishing administration with Nettwerk Music Group, and has also held positions in fundraising, grant writing, sync licensing, and digital marketing. Outside of work, Gina studies flamenco dance, Spanish and Italian language, and has been making ceramics for over a decade.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2253
Email:<\/strong> gloes (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Kaitlyn Reining | Program Analyst, Music Programs\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"Kaitlyn Reining joined Creative BC in December 2016 as a Program Analyst in the music department. Kaitlyn is responsible for the Live Music and Music Company Development programs, advising and supporting applicants with business development projects.<\/p>

Kaitlyn graduated from the Producing and Engineering program at Harris Institute for the Arts. Prior to working at Creative BC, Kaitlyn got her start in the music industry at Arts & Crafts in Toronto, and moved on to a Project Manager role at local indie record label, Light Organ Records, where she managed the day-to-day career development for signed artists. Outside of work, Kaitlyn enjoys going to shows, riding her bike, and being a tortured Toronto Blue Jays fan.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2254
Email:<\/strong> kreining (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Giselle Lee Hausman | Coordinator, Music Programs\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

Giselle joined the Creative BC team as Music Coordinator in March 2021. She has diverse experiences in the arts and culture industry, working on music festivals such as Small World Music and Ashkenaz Festival in Toronto, writing for Spill Magazine, and providing digital show support with Side Door.<\/p>

As a graduate from Berklee\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s Master of Arts program in Global Entertainment Business, Giselle has developed a continuous interest in music programming and artistic initiatives, as well as community development. Outside of work, Giselle songwrites, records, and performs with her latin soul band Gisun. She can also be found rock climbing mountains, cycling, and attending concerts!<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 236 455 6232
Email:<\/strong> ghausman (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Mizzy Mejia | Coordinator, Music Programs\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

Mizzy joined the Creative BC team as a Music Coordinator in August 2021.\u00c2\u00a0 He has worked within several sectors of the music industry; as a performing artist; event & festival producer, booking agent and artist manager. After attending Durham College for Music Business Administration in Oshawa, he moved out west to Vancouver in 2009.<\/p>

He began his career in Vancouver as a performer (KIDS, Holy Sock Gang & Dem Ros\u00c3\u00a9 Boys) but was quick to seek out opportunities within the business side of the industry. His first experience was street marketing for events\/selling tickets hand to hand for the Donnelly Group and then Timbre Concerts.\u00c2\u00a0 This evolved into becoming a Production Manager for live events with Timbre Concerts and BREAKOUT Festival; as well as his own events for local artists, mainly the monthly installment of Catch A Vibe at the Alexander and Fortune Sound Club. He also has served as a manager and booking agent for several local artists and helped to secure opening performances for major touring artists and festivals in the GVR and nationally.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 736 7997
Email:<\/strong> mmejia (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Communications + Operations<\/span><\/h3>

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\"\"Lisa Escudero joined Creative BC in December 2019 as the Marketing and Communications Specialist.<\/p>

At Creative BC she leads all digital and promotional aspects of the organization, servicing and sharing the creative industries and organization to deliver strong integrated storytelling to B.C. and beyond.<\/p>

Lisa holds a Bachelor of Communications from Capilano University and over seven years of experience in publicity, marketing, and branding for talent, brands, film and television content, and a decade of working in social media and graphic design.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2235
Email:<\/strong> lescudero (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Nashlyn Lloyd | Knowledge + Systems Specialist\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 736 7997\u00c2\u00a0
Email:<\/strong> nlloyd (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

[\/et_pb_toggle][et_pb_toggle title=\"Kevin Friesen | Knowledge + Systems Specialist\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

Email:<\/strong> kfriesen (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Finance + Administration<\/span><\/h3>

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=\"Daniel Gallant | Manager, Finance\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

\"\"Daniel is Creative BC's Finance Manager, responsible for financial operations and reporting, as well as supporting strategic decision-making and achieving objectives.<\/p>

Daniel graduated with a BBA degree in accounting and has 10 years' experience in the finance field. Prior to joining Creative BC, Daniel worked in the VFX industry and within municipal government. In his spare time, Daniel enjoys exploring B.C.'s beautiful landscapes.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2238
Email:<\/strong> dgallant (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Creative BC Board of Directors<\/p>

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Rob Bromley<\/strong><\/p>

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=\"Chair\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

Prem Gill is Chief Executive Officer of Creative BC. The organization is designated by the Province of British Columbia to focus on uniting, sustaining and growing British Columbia\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s dynamic and diverse creative sector including motion picture, music and sound recording, interactive and digital media, and magazine and book publishing.<\/p>

Prem has been named one of Canada's 100 most powerful women, Vancouver Magazine\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Power 50\u00e2\u20ac\u009d and received the Community Catalyst award from the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. She brings more than 20 years of experience from the digital media and entertainment industries to her current role as CEO, where she is responsible for delivering a wide range of programs and services that will expand B.C.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s creative economy to reach its economic, social and creative potential both at home and globally.<\/p>

Before Creative BC, Prem spent eight years with TELUS, most recently in the role of Director of Production & Original Programming. Her commitment to the advancement of B.C.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s creative economy can be seen through her achievements there, including the successful development and launch of the STORYHIVE program and TELUS\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 Optik TV community channel.<\/p>

For many years, Prem has championed Canadian creativity as a representative and spokesperson to media, industry and government at all levels. Previous roles and responsibilities have included government and regulatory affairs, independent media consultation, cross-platform marketing, communications, research, public affairs and multicultural programming.<\/p>

Prem is currently on the Board of Directors of The Bell Fund, a not-for-profit organization. The Bell Fund\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s mission is to support Canadian Media content makers in creating for and connecting with, audiences here and everywhere.<\/p>

Contact<\/strong>
Media requests:<\/strong> media (at) creativebc.com
General inquiries:<\/strong> info (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Louise Clark<\/strong><\/p>

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After working for several years in a Vancouver chartered accounting firm, Robert first joined Creative BC when it was BC Film + Media. At that time, he became part of the organization's newly forming tax credit team.<\/p>

Now Creative BC's Vice President, Robert markets British Columbia internationally as a destination of choice for projects and companies seeking a world class creative industries centre in which to do business. In his role, he leads the administration of Creative BC's tax credit and granting programs, balancing attraction of international business with support for BC's domestic content creators.<\/p>

During his tenure with the organization, Robert has become the expert on motion picture tax credits, originally helping to launch the BC film and television tax credit program in 1998. He went on to play an integral role in the evolution of British Columbia\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s motion picture industry tax policy.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2236
Email:<\/strong> bwong (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Jeevyn Dhaliwal<\/strong><\/p>

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=\"Board Member\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

Anita Reichenback is responsible for providing confidential, administrative assistance to the CEO, Vice President, and Board of Directors of Creative BC and the BC Film Foundation. She also provides administrative support to the tax credit department.<\/p>

Anita brings over 20 years of administrative experience to the organization and came to Creative BC from the former BC Film + Media.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1\u00c2\u00a0604 730 2249
Email:<\/strong> areichenback (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Jesse Finkelstein<\/strong><\/p>

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=\"Board Member\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

Prem Gill is Chief Executive Officer of Creative BC. The organization is designated by the Province of British Columbia to focus on uniting, sustaining and growing British Columbia\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s dynamic and diverse creative sector including motion picture, music and sound recording, interactive and digital media, and magazine and book publishing.<\/p>

Prem has been named one of Canada's 100 most powerful women, Vancouver Magazine\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Power 50\u00e2\u20ac\u009d and received the Community Catalyst award from the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. She brings more than 20 years of experience from the digital media and entertainment industries to her current role as CEO, where she is responsible for delivering a wide range of programs and services that will expand B.C.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s creative economy to reach its economic, social and creative potential both at home and globally.<\/p>

Before Creative BC, Prem spent eight years with TELUS, most recently in the role of Director of Production & Original Programming. Her commitment to the advancement of B.C.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s creative economy can be seen through her achievements there, including the successful development and launch of the STORYHIVE program and TELUS\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 Optik TV community channel.<\/p>

For many years, Prem has championed Canadian creativity as a representative and spokesperson to media, industry and government at all levels. Previous roles and responsibilities have included government and regulatory affairs, independent media consultation, cross-platform marketing, communications, research, public affairs and multicultural programming.<\/p>

Prem is currently on the Board of Directors of The Bell Fund, a not-for-profit organization. The Bell Fund\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s mission is to support Canadian Media content makers in creating for and connecting with, audiences here and everywhere.<\/p>

Contact<\/strong>
Media requests:<\/strong> media (at) creativebc.com
General inquiries:<\/strong> info (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Michelle Grady<\/strong><\/p>

[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_toggle title=\"Board Member\" _builder_version=\"4.5.3\" _module_preset=\"d2dbeff8-d72d-434b-890b-4db8a6625491\" custom_margin=\"||1px|||\" global_colors_info=\"{}\"]<\/p>

After working for several years in a Vancouver chartered accounting firm, Robert first joined Creative BC when it was BC Film + Media. At that time, he became part of the organization's newly forming tax credit team.<\/p>

Now Creative BC's Vice President, Robert markets British Columbia internationally as a destination of choice for projects and companies seeking a world class creative industries centre in which to do business. In his role, he leads the administration of Creative BC's tax credit and granting programs, balancing attraction of international business with support for BC's domestic content creators.<\/p>

During his tenure with the organization, Robert has become the expert on motion picture tax credits, originally helping to launch the BC film and television tax credit program in 1998. He went on to play an integral role in the evolution of British Columbia\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s motion picture industry tax policy.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2236
Email:<\/strong> bwong (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Shirley Lew<\/strong><\/p>

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Anita Reichenback is responsible for providing confidential, administrative assistance to the CEO, Vice President, and Board of Directors of Creative BC and the BC Film Foundation. She also provides administrative support to the tax credit department.<\/p>

Anita brings over 20 years of administrative experience to the organization and came to Creative BC from the former BC Film + Media.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1\u00c2\u00a0604 730 2249
Email:<\/strong> areichenback (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Matt O'Grady<\/strong><\/p>

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Prem Gill is Chief Executive Officer of Creative BC. The organization is designated by the Province of British Columbia to focus on uniting, sustaining and growing British Columbia\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s dynamic and diverse creative sector including motion picture, music and sound recording, interactive and digital media, and magazine and book publishing.<\/p>

Prem has been named one of Canada's 100 most powerful women, Vancouver Magazine\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Power 50\u00e2\u20ac\u009d and received the Community Catalyst award from the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. She brings more than 20 years of experience from the digital media and entertainment industries to her current role as CEO, where she is responsible for delivering a wide range of programs and services that will expand B.C.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s creative economy to reach its economic, social and creative potential both at home and globally.<\/p>

Before Creative BC, Prem spent eight years with TELUS, most recently in the role of Director of Production & Original Programming. Her commitment to the advancement of B.C.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s creative economy can be seen through her achievements there, including the successful development and launch of the STORYHIVE program and TELUS\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 Optik TV community channel.<\/p>

For many years, Prem has championed Canadian creativity as a representative and spokesperson to media, industry and government at all levels. Previous roles and responsibilities have included government and regulatory affairs, independent media consultation, cross-platform marketing, communications, research, public affairs and multicultural programming.<\/p>

Prem is currently on the Board of Directors of The Bell Fund, a not-for-profit organization. The Bell Fund\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s mission is to support Canadian Media content makers in creating for and connecting with, audiences here and everywhere.<\/p>

Contact<\/strong>
Media requests:<\/strong> media (at) creativebc.com
General inquiries:<\/strong> info (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Kesi Smyth<\/strong><\/p>

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After working for several years in a Vancouver chartered accounting firm, Robert first joined Creative BC when it was BC Film + Media. At that time, he became part of the organization's newly forming tax credit team.<\/p>

Now Creative BC's Vice President, Robert markets British Columbia internationally as a destination of choice for projects and companies seeking a world class creative industries centre in which to do business. In his role, he leads the administration of Creative BC's tax credit and granting programs, balancing attraction of international business with support for BC's domestic content creators.<\/p>

During his tenure with the organization, Robert has become the expert on motion picture tax credits, originally helping to launch the BC film and television tax credit program in 1998. He went on to play an integral role in the evolution of British Columbia\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s motion picture industry tax policy.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2236
Email:<\/strong> bwong (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Jamie Sterritt<\/strong><\/p>

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After working for several years in a Vancouver chartered accounting firm, Robert first joined Creative BC when it was BC Film + Media. At that time, he became part of the organization's newly forming tax credit team.<\/p>

Now Creative BC's Vice President, Robert markets British Columbia internationally as a destination of choice for projects and companies seeking a world class creative industries centre in which to do business. In his role, he leads the administration of Creative BC's tax credit and granting programs, balancing attraction of international business with support for BC's domestic content creators.<\/p>

During his tenure with the organization, Robert has become the expert on motion picture tax credits, originally helping to launch the BC film and television tax credit program in 1998. He went on to play an integral role in the evolution of British Columbia\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s motion picture industry tax policy.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2236
Email:<\/strong> bwong (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Bill Tam<\/strong><\/p>

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Prem Gill is Chief Executive Officer of Creative BC. The organization is designated by the Province of British Columbia to focus on uniting, sustaining and growing British Columbia\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s dynamic and diverse creative sector including motion picture, music and sound recording, interactive and digital media, and magazine and book publishing.<\/p>

Prem has been named one of Canada's 100 most powerful women, Vancouver Magazine\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s \u00e2\u20ac\u0153Power 50\u00e2\u20ac\u009d and received the Community Catalyst award from the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade. She brings more than 20 years of experience from the digital media and entertainment industries to her current role as CEO, where she is responsible for delivering a wide range of programs and services that will expand B.C.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s creative economy to reach its economic, social and creative potential both at home and globally.<\/p>

Before Creative BC, Prem spent eight years with TELUS, most recently in the role of Director of Production & Original Programming. Her commitment to the advancement of B.C.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s creative economy can be seen through her achievements there, including the successful development and launch of the STORYHIVE program and TELUS\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 Optik TV community channel.<\/p>

For many years, Prem has championed Canadian creativity as a representative and spokesperson to media, industry and government at all levels. Previous roles and responsibilities have included government and regulatory affairs, independent media consultation, cross-platform marketing, communications, research, public affairs and multicultural programming.<\/p>

Prem is currently on the Board of Directors of The Bell Fund, a not-for-profit organization. The Bell Fund\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s mission is to support Canadian Media content makers in creating for and connecting with, audiences here and everywhere.<\/p>

Contact<\/strong>
Media requests:<\/strong> media (at) creativebc.com
General inquiries:<\/strong> info (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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Kate Wattie<\/strong><\/p>

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After working for several years in a Vancouver chartered accounting firm, Robert first joined Creative BC when it was BC Film + Media. At that time, he became part of the organization's newly forming tax credit team.<\/p>

Now Creative BC's Vice President, Robert markets British Columbia internationally as a destination of choice for projects and companies seeking a world class creative industries centre in which to do business. In his role, he leads the administration of Creative BC's tax credit and granting programs, balancing attraction of international business with support for BC's domestic content creators.<\/p>

During his tenure with the organization, Robert has become the expert on motion picture tax credits, originally helping to launch the BC film and television tax credit program in 1998. He went on to play an integral role in the evolution of British Columbia\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s motion picture industry tax policy.<\/p>

Tel:<\/strong> +1 604 730 2236
Email:<\/strong> bwong (at) creativebc.com<\/p>

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The team at Creative BC is dedicated to empowering B.C.\u00e2\u20ac\u2122s storytellers. Each one of us has a focused role to play, yet we are integrated, adaptive and continually expanding. Our shared goal is profoundly clear: to use our reach, resources and vision to wholly serve our clients\u00e2\u20ac\u2122 needs.<\/p>

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