Meet the Team
Together, we’re all working towards a common goal – create opportunities for everyone to thrive in the workplace and community.
Our Facilitator and Consultant Experts
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Angelle Whyte
SR. FACILITATOR & LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT LEAD
Angelle is a passionate inclusivity advocate, bringing a wealth of experience from her background in HR, Leadership, Training and Development, Change Management and Coaching. She strategically develops and delivers impactful learning with a focus on anti-racism, inclusion and diversity in the workplace.
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Dale Bennett
FACILITATOR
Dale, a proud member of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte, has five years of experience as an educator. He holds a Bachelor of Education focused on the Aboriginal Teacher Education Program and a Master’s of Education in World Indigenous Studies from Queen’s University.
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Daniela Garcia Grandon
FACILITATOR
Daniela is a dedicated sociologist with a strong commitment to research and fostering a more diverse, inclusive, and just society. With a Ph.D. in Sociology from NC State University and a Master's degree in Public Policy from Universidad de Chile, she combines academic expertise with a passion for social transformation.
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Diana Montero
FACILITATOR & CONSULTANT
Diana, a workplace culture specialist with over a decade of experience, has notably impacted workplace culture at the Department of Defence and the Government Publishing Office. While pursuing a Doctorate in Public Policy, she is a board member of Fifty Shades of Purple.
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Emily Moorhouse
LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Emily completed her PhD in Education at the University of Toronto, specializing in sexual violence prevention, media literacy and curriculum design. Prior to joining the CultureAlly team, she worked as a university faculty member, in equity offices in higher education and on interdisciplinary research teams.
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Gari Francisco
TRAINING COORDINATOR
Gari brings over 14 years of diverse professional experience, including 12 years as a Sales Trainer at DISH Network, where he honed his skills in developing and coaching sales teams to achieve excellence.
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Hanna Daltrop
FACILITATOR & CONSULTANT
In addition to community planning, Hanna has specialized experience working on Indigenous housing issues. As a survivor of multiple brain injuries, Hanna is an advocate for the disabled and brain injured communities, as well as for the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.
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Maliesa Cadogan
CONSULTANT
Maliesa is a Certified Franchise Executive with 20 years of experience across HR, Operations, and Training. A passionate inclusion advocate, she helps organizations align people and processes through honest, open, and transparent conversations that build trust and create winning cultures.
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Melicia Hewitt
FACILITATOR
With a Master's in Education, and over a decade of experience as an educator and curriculum designer, Melicia is passionate about fostering cross-cultural understanding and creating inclusive learning spaces where all voices are valued. Guided by both her lived experience as an Afro-Canadian, neurodivergent woman of Jamaican ancestry, she fosters empathy and connection through dialogue.
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Ogho Ikhalo
SR. FACILITATOR
Ogho brings 18+ years of experience advising C-Suite leaders, analyzing policies through an intersectional equity lens, and managing media relations on complex social issues. Ogho holds certifications in Diversity and Inclusion Service Management (ISO 30415:2021), Intercultural Development (IDI), Leadership Development, and Mental Health First Aid.
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Rebecca Lazarenko
FACILITATOR & CONSULTANT
Rebecca, a Franco-Métis, is pursuing her PhD in Franco-Métis history, exploring the historical and ongoing colonial impacts on francophone and Métis communities. She is dedicated to amplifying Indigenous voices.
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Vinciane de Pape
FACILITATOR
After a decade in tech, Vinciane turned to this work to leverage her experience, challenging legacy practices. Now, she collaborates with various organizations to understand systemic oppression and build equitable workplaces.
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Winnie Lu
PRODUCT SUCCESS MANAGER
Winnie supports the delivery and evolution of CultureAlly’s eLearning platform. She bridges client experience with product development by providing platform support and onboarding, and contributing to product research, testing, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance the platform experience.
Our Leadership and Operations Team
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Ashley Kelly
CEO & FOUNDER
Ashley brings her expertise in anti-oppressive and anti-racist strategy development to all our projects. She has partnered with global companies like SurveyMonkey, Condé Nast, and the Central Bank of the Philippines on implementing their global workplace culture initiatives.
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Andrea Kelly
CONTROLLER
Andrea has over a decade of experience in financial leadership across SaaS and purpose-driven organizations. She supports CultureAlly with thoughtful financial oversight, helping ensure the business is sustainable, well-run, and positioned for long-term growth.
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Annie Baakza
SOLUTIONS CONSULTANT
Annie is an accomplished Account Executive with a proven track record in the SaaS B2B industry. With a Masters of Psychology and Counselling, she is passionate about improving the well-being of employees in the workplace.
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Carlo Pagtalunan
SOLUTIONS CONSULTANT
With 5+ years in B2B sales, Carlo works closely with organizations to deliver rewards and recognition and creative-as-a-service solutions. A natural collaborator with a growth mindset, they value strong partnerships and shared success.
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Izabel Veilleux
SOLUTIONS CONSULTANT
Izabel’s dedication to diversity and inclusion started through volunteering at the Special Olympics. As a fully bilingual sales and marketing professional, she enjoys coordinating events in her diverse community .
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Jakub Januzik
DEVELOPER
Jakub is an experienced technical leader with over a decade of experience in systems architecture and backend development. Having worked with organizations across North America and Europe, he brings a global perspective to building scalable, high-performance platforms.
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Jeremy Jones-Juliá
DIRECTOR, LEARNING & DEVELOPMENT
Born and raised in the United States, Jeremy has lived in Canada for the past 15 years. Passionate about creating inclusive working environments for all, he brings both professional expertise and lived experience as a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, a Canadian immigrant, and part of a bilingual (English/Spanish), interfaith, non-apparent disability household.
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Kevin Smit
HEAD OF GROWTH
Kevin has a background in scaling purpose-driven and technology organizations, with experience across growth, partnerships, and customer success. He has worked in both startup and global contexts, supporting teams as they expand thoughtfully and sustainably.
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Pedro Santos
MARKETING DESIGNER
Pedro is a dedicated, creative designer with extensive experience in web development, concept-driven illustration, and both digital and print layout design. Known for his collaborative spirit and dedication to standout visuals, he is integral in bringing CultureAlly to life. -

Sonya MacMillan
MARKETING MANAGER
Sonya has over 20 years of experience in advertising and marketing, developing award-winning content and strategies for non-profits, retail giants, and tech organizations around the world.
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Steve Wilson
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Steve brings over 20 years of experience in financial strategy, scaling businesses, and working closely with boards and investors. At CultureAlly, Steve supports long-term, values-aligned growth by helping leadership make informed, sustainable financial decisions. -

Tara Ford
DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
With more than 30 years of experience in project management and client success, Tara has led complex, client-focused initiatives across automotive, advertising, and corporate communications. Tara is known for aligning ambitious project goals with operational realities, removing barriers, streamlining processes, and driving strong client outcomes.
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Terrance Lee
SOLUTIONS CONSULTANT
Terrance has 4+ years of experience working closely with senior leaders to solve complex business challenges through thoughtful and consultative solutions. A natural collaborator with a growth mindset, he’s driven by building meaningful partnerships and delivering lasting impact for both clients and teams.
Ready to Make a Difference?
We’re always looking for talented individuals who are as excited about building inclusive workplaces as we are. Learn more about why you belong at CultureAlly and current job openings.
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