We Work for All Women
WeMB works in the service of all self-identifying women+ (cis, trans, 2S, gender-diverse) to foster economic and social wellbeing. We believe women+ are the experts in their own lives and we are here to assist.
We are working to improve our accessibility, for all who wish to access our services, who want to work in our organization, or serve on our Board. In doing so, we acknowledge we must learn from past mistakes, build on successes, work to become better allies to racialized and underserved populations, partner with new organizations, and adopt wise practices.
We respect and welcome cultural diversity; each woman’s strengths and experiences are valued and respected. We believe every woman+ is entitled to self-determination, self-respect, self-esteem, and a safe environment as we work together.
Meet our Team
Our dedicated team draws on their varied knowledge and experience every day, working toward the common goal of helping our clients achieve their business goals.
Lisa Boyson
Loans & HR Administrator
Joyce Burneau
Stakeholder & Workplace Experience Manager
Karen Buss
Partnership & Business Development Manager
Geraldine De Braune
SCW Program Facilitator
Kateryna Haponova
Client Engagement Administrator (Programs)
Yvette Hawkes
Business Advisor
Max Kashton, CPA, CMA
Chief Executive Officer
Alanna Keefe
Managing Director & Privacy Officer
Colleen Krebs
Director of Business Solutions
Kelsey Marcotte
Digital & Content Marketing Specialist
Shaily Nag
Client Engagement Administrator (Communications/Events)
Tanis Russell
Finance Assistance
Nirmala Sathan
SCW Administration Coordinator (Bilingual)
Heather Stephens
Loans Manager
Heidi Streu
SCW Project Manager
Christine Vorrath
Business Advisory Manager
Meet Our Board of Directors
We rely on the knowledge, skills, and experience of many people to provide insight into the initiatives that WeMB develops to support our clients including our talented Board of Directors.
Bonnie Chwartacki
Chair of the Board
Tamara Pound
Vice-Chair
Richard Avila
Treasurer
Manmeet Bahad
Board Member
Jane Helbrecht
Board Member
Leanne Jones
Board Member
Desiree Katz
Board Member
Taz Lakhani
Board Member
Thao Lam
Board Member
Elisabeth Saftiuk
Board Member
Max Kashton, CPA, CMA
Ex-Officio
Our Community Partners
We are proud to partner with so many incredible community organizations with whom WeMB shares its core vlaues. These organizations help make so many of our programs possible.
Women’s Enterprise Organizations of Canada (WEOC)
Women’s Enterprise Organizations of Canada (WEOC) supports a diverse membership of organizations that directly impact the growth and success of women entrepreneurs. Representing an array of populations and regions, WEOC members support women entrepreneurs through a variety of initiatives, including business training, advising, financing, and mentorship.