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.

Tracey Maconachie
Chief Executive Officer

Alanna Keefe
Managing Director & Privacy Officer

Colleen Krebs
Director of Business Solutions

Heather Stephens
Loans Manager

Lisa Boyson
Loans & HR Administrator

Joyce Burneau
Stakeholder & Workplace Experience Manager

Geraldine De Braune
SCW Program Facilitator

Kateryna Haponova
Client & Data Administrator (Ops/Programs/Staff)

Yvette Hawkes
Business Advisor

Kelsey Marcotte
Digital & Content Marketing Specialist

Shaily Nag
Partner & Client Administrator (Comms/Events/Sponsors)

Tanis Russell
Finance Coordinator

Nirmala Sathan
SCW Administration Coordinator (Bilingual)

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

Tracey Maconachie
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.