Vanessa is a passionate people person with a keen eye for detail and organization. Who believes that an empathetic ear and a solid spreadsheet are the keys to success for any task. Her get-up and go attitude alongside her unmatched work ethic has given her experience in all industries. She isn’t afraid to try something new and thrives in fast paced and changing environments. Specifically, Vanessa has extensive experience in the not-for-profit sector and relishes the opportunity to give back to her communities. Her previous role focused on external customer service and making sure the client experience was always exceptional. She has gained a Bachelor of Science from Athabasca University along with certificates in Office Administration and Human Resource Management from Bow Valley College. Vanessa is thrilled to join the team at AWE and is looking forward to supporting the fierce entrepreneurs here in Alberta.

Outside of the office, Vanessa serves the Ukrainian Cheremosh Society as Festival Director, Instructor, and company dancer. Through dance she has been able to travel the world. She loves spending time in the studio and on stage.