Louise Wilkinson (she/her)

iWIST Co-Chair | Business Improvement Analyst, Mosaic Forest Products | Change Agent | Data-Driven | Community Builder

Louise joins the iWIST board with a true passion for transitioning the world to sustainability, and empowering women in STEM. Her 20+ year career has seen her grow into a thoughtful and inclusive leader that delivers impact at local, national and international levels. She is a strong business leader with a track record for finding solutions and creating change. An avid traveler with a love for art and science, Louise grew up in the UK, and currently resides in Ladysmith, BC.

Megan Fuller (she/her)

iWIST Vice Treasurer | MBA, BSc, RMLAT | Project Manager, BC Cancer | Manager of Scientific & Business Operations, Innovakine Therapeutics

Megan has 22 years of experience in cancer research and biotechnology, in the public sector for 17 years and the private sector for 2. She has been an inventor on four patent applications and a co-author on more than 20 scientific publications. She has also presented seminars, workshops and posters at conferences and events. Megan has an MBA in Sustainable Innovation from the University of Victoria, and a BSc in Pharmacology with Honours from UBC. 

Megan works as a Project Manager in the Conconi Family Immunotherapy Lab at BC Cancer and Manager of Scientific Operations at Innovakine Therapeutics. She is also an instructor in the Faculty of Business at Camosun College.

Megan is actively involved in her community volunteering for the Canadian Association of Laboratory Animal Science (CALAS) for the past 19 years, serving as Finance Chair since 2022, CALAS rep to the Canadian Council of Animal Care (CCAC) since 2023, and member of the CCAC’s Public Affairs and Communications Committee since 2023.

Megan has been national examiner at the CALAS RMLAT and RLAT certification levels since 2013. She is also actively involved in study groups and workshops to promote the certifications process. Megan also contributes to publication of the CALAS National Member’s Magazine and has been involved with the local CALAS chapters in both Victoria and Vancouver. She also volunteers as treasurer of the Torquay Elementary School PAC.

Alison Bird (she/her)

iWIST Secretary | Seismologist

Alison has been working as an Earthquake Seismologist with Natural Resources Canada since 2000. For 20 years, she analyzed and researched western Canada's earthquakes, and visited Haida Gwaii as part of a response team after the 2012 magnitude 7.8 earthquake. In recent years, Alison modeled fault rupture scenarios for a comprehensive seismic risk assessment for Canada. Alison routinely responds in the wake of significant events (having given over 1,000 interviews).

In 2020, Alison joined the national Earthquake Early Warning project as Liaison & Outreach Officer, helping to establish an EEW system for Canada, which will be launched in 2024.

Alison is involved in numerous outreach activities, and is passionate about seismic-resistant engineering, in encouraging mitigation practices for at-risk communities, and in educating the public about earthquake hazards. She is on the Board of Directors for the BC Earthquake Alliance and on the Organizing Committee for the annual Great British Columbia ShakeOut earthquake drill.

Alison was introduced to iWIST when she provided a tour of the Pacific Geoscience Centre as part of an iWIST Tech Crawl several years ago, and was thrilled to have the opportunity to join such a vibrant, diverse, interesting group of women in STEM.

Robyn Quinn, APR, MA, Fellow CPRS (she/her)

iWIST Director + Founder | Storyteller | Leader

Excited to return to a role with the Island Women in Science and Technology Board, President of Big Bang Communications and longtime Chair of IWIST, Robyn Quinn is a dynamic communications professional with 20 years experience working in education, research, technology, government, not-for-profit, association and transportation sectors. 

Originally from Nova Scotia, she developed and delivered award winning public relations and marketing campaigns from coast to coast and is passionate about supporting the growth of women in leadership roles. Volunteer Victoria recognized her commitment to IWIST with a Leadership Award in 2018 presented by Lt Governor Janet Austen.

A graduate of Royal Roads University (MA Professional Communications) and Saint Mary’s University, Robyn is a long time accredited member of the Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS) and named Fellow in 2018. She was CPRS National President 2004/05. While working at Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency in Nova Scotia she was recognized several times for her unique approaches to making funding announcements for innovative labs. No animals were harmed in the process.

While working at Natural Resources Canada (Pacific Forestry Centre), in 2008 Robyn co-chaired National Science and Tech Week for BC & Yukon.

In 2015 and in 2020 Robyn was nominated for the RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards.

Supporting women in STEM on their career path is an important role for Robyn - she has delivered sessions for national conferences (Canadian Coalition for Women in Engineering Science Trades and Technology) and been a featured speaker for other women’s organizations (Women in Leadership, SFU-WWEST, GirlBoss). Robyn is also a longtime mentor for the Gustavson business program at UVic.

Purvi Dubey (she/her)

iWIST Director | Test Lead and Product Support Assistant | Community Support Worker

Purvi is a passionate professional with a strong background in technology and community engagement. As a Test Lead and Product Support Assistant at Certainty Software, she ensures the delivery of high-quality solutions through careful testing and exceptional client support. In her role as a Community Support Worker, Purvi is committed to fostering inclusive environments where individuals can thrive.

A graduate in Information and Computer Systems, Purvi has also developed her leadership skills as Campus Director in her college’s student society, where she led initiatives that promoted collaboration and empowered peers.

Now serving as a Board Director at iWIST, Purvi is excited to contribute her energy and insights to advancing the representation of women and allies in STEM. Outside of work, she enjoys connecting with people, staying on top of trends, and exploring new experiences with friends. A passionate extrovert with an interest in fashion, Purvi brings a creative and dynamic perspective to everything she does.

Bridget Anaekwe (she/her)

iWIST Director | MIT, B.Eng, PSM, ITIL, CBAP, Prince 2 | Business Solutions Manager, BC Ferries | Event Host & Panel Moderator

Bridget Anaekwe is a seasoned Technology & Solutions Delivery Professional with over 15 years experience spanning Innovation, Digital Transformation, Project and Change Management, Business Analysis, Process Optimization, Strategy Design & Execution, and Customer Experience Management. She holds a Bachelor of Engineering and Master of Information Technology degrees, complemented by global certifications in Scrum, Project Management, Business Analysis, and ITIL.

She currently serves as  Business Solutions Manager for BC Ferry Services, where she leads the delivery of technology solutions that advance strategic priorities and strengthen organisational performance.

Beyond her professional work, she is passionate about using her voice to uplift and inspire others. She runs a YouTube channel, Restoring Hope with EfueB, and is a skilled host and moderator for corporate events and panel discussions.

Guided by her faith, she brings passion, purpose and empathy to her work and community engagements. In her personal time, she enjoys listening to podcasts, nurturing meaningful relationships, and spending quality time with her husband and children.

Beki Zajac (she/her)

iWIST Director | MBA, PMP®, PMI-ACP®, PMI-PMOCP™ | Supervisor of Technology Projects, BC Transit

Beki joins the iWIST Board excited to help women find community and connections in the Victoria STEM industry. Though she started her career as a real estate appraiser, she soon discovered her interest in technology couldn't be ignored and for the past decade has been delivering data and IT projects and programs. Now, as a Supervisor of Technology Projects, she leads a team of project managers and business analysts in delivering transformational projects at BC Transit and maturing the organization's IT project management practice.

A lifelong learner, Beki holds a BComm and MBA from UVic, a Post Graduate Certificate in Workplace Innovation from Royal Roads, and a Professional & Business Coaching Certification. She is also certified in project management as a Project Management Professional (PMP®), Project Management Agile Certified Professional (PMI-ACP), and Project Management Office Certified Professional (PMI-PMOCP®). 

When not working or volunteering, you can find Beki reading, running, or performing in improv comedy shows around town. 

Eniola Ajibade (she/her)

iWIST Director | M.Sc, PMP®, CBAP®, PROSCI®, CSM | IMIT Business Analyst, Island Health Authority | Business & Technology Leader

Eniola is a distinguished Technology and Business Analysis Leader known for delivering high-value digital transformation across healthcare, information technology, government, and enterprise environments. She specializes in leading modernization initiatives that streamline operations, leverage automation, and implement scalable, data-driven solutions that enhance organizational performance. With over 13 years of experience, her career spans healthcare, consulting, IT system development, technology, and the financial ecosystem, where she has supported organizations in optimizing processes, strengthening digital strategy, and driving measurable transformation outcomes. Eniola’s work bridges business needs with innovative technology, positioning her as a strategic leader in digital modernization.

She currently serves at Island Health Authority as an Information Management and Information Technology (IMIT) Business Analyst. In this role, she leads automation and process optimization projects across the organization. Her contributions to the Shift Premium Automation Project earned her the 2024 Award of Merit from the Health Employers Association of British Columbia (HEABC), recognizing exceptional contributions to healthcare transformation.

Eniola holds a Master’s degree in Environmental Economics and Management, graduating as Top Student Award recipient and a Graduate Diploma in Business Administration from Thompson Rivers University, Kamloops. She also maintains globally respected certifications including CBAP, PMP, PROSCI, and CSM.

A committed advocate for women in STEM, Eniola brings her technical expertise, leadership experience, and passion for community building to initiatives that promote inclusion, mentorship, and representation. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys fashion, gardening, fitness, and exploring the outdoors with friends and family.