Anna is a Business Advisor at Small Business BC. She holds a degree in Business Administration from Simon Fraser University, with specializations in Human Resources Management and Innovation & Entrepreneurship. With a strong background in sales and a genuine commitment to supporting small business owners, Anna is dedicated to helping clients achieve success on their entrepreneurial journeys.

Gary has been a part of Small Business BC for over twenty years. Currently, as a Business Advisor, he advises clients on all aspects of business start-up including registration, licencing, sales tax registration, workers compensation coverage, business insurance and industry specific regulatory requirements. Gary has first-hand knowledge of what it takes to successfully start, run and sell a business, having operated his own coffee shop business, in Kitsilano, over a span of 6 years. Given this experience, he is able to provide clients with very practical insights during one-on-one consultations. In particular, he is able to advise on financial and operational aspects of clients business strategies that they often overlook.

Jason Negin is the Business Development Relationship Manager at Small Business BC. As a former business owner, Jason also brings over 15 years of expertise in business development and building impactful partnerships.

John Baxter is the Regional Business Advisor for Vancouver Island. He has a Bachelor of Mathematics and Business Administration and a Masters of International Development. Having worked on entrepreneurship programs both in Canada and Abroad he has worked with a wide variety of businesses. He uses this experience to help his clients with all aspects of their business idea, helping them to develop a business plan that will guide their business through startup and growth.

Josie Breuls is a Vancouver-based graphic designer specializing in accessibility design. In 2022, she completed her bachelor’s degree in Communication Design from Emily Carr University of Art & Design, where she honed her creativity and design skills. With a strong background in acrylic painting and experience working for art advisory companies, Josie brings a unique perspective to her graphic design projects. Currently, she is applying her expertise as a designer at Small Business BC. When not designing, she finds joy in sewing and exploring nature through hiking.

Kath Britton is the Director of Program Operations for Export Navigator.

Leo Chow is the Internal Program Manager at Small Business BC. He is a nonprofit sector professional with over fifteen years of experience spanning various areas including education, government grants, immigrant settlement, community health, and more. Leo currently manages our Workplace Accessibility Resources program.

Paola is the Digital Marketing Coordinator at Small Business BC. Born and raised in Bogotá, Colombia, Paola came to Canada to study digital marketing and to have a new experience abroad. She fell in love with Vancouver and decided to give it a try. She has more than fifteen years of experience in marketing, gravitating towards public service back in Colombia, and non-profits in Canada. As a marketing specialist, her focus is on social and cultural causes. Paola helps entrepreneurs and small businesses become  more visible from a digital perspective and supports SBCC with all of our digital campaigns and promotions.

With several years of experience in community engagement, sponsorship, and stakeholder relationship management, Roop looks to actively improve and provide business excellence in business development and partner relations. She has a deep commitment to serve the community and is passionate about business.

Sara Clark is the VP of Strategic Projects at Small Business BC, currently overseeing a number of special programs and government initiatives. In addition to previous roles such as the VP and Director of Marketing, she holds a Project Management Professional (PMP)® Certification, a diploma in Marketing Management and a Bachelor's degree from the University of British Columbia. Sara participates in various small business and economic development focused groups and committees, including the Downtown Vancouver Business Improvement Association’s (DVBIA) Policy Advisory Council.

Sarah is from Vancouver, BC, and is a graduate of UBC and SFU. She uses her versatile background encompassing journalism, marketing, and public relations to help inform SBBC’s community about the latest updates for business owners.

Sarah is also a small business owner herself, running Mystic Rose Tarot Co., a tarot reading service for events in Metro Vancouver. With a passion for both her work at SBBC and her thriving soloprenuer venture, Sarah brings a unique blend of skills and experiences to her diverse roles.

Shubhangi Jain is a driven HR professional with over six years of experience in Human Resource, Operations and Finance management. She finds joy in enhancing performance and operations by analyzing existing processes and creating/implementing effective systems, strategies, policies, and procedures. Shubhangi is truly passionate about supporting small and local business success through effective talent and HR management.

Steven is a Business Advisor at Small Business BC. He is pursuing a degree in Psychology and Business from the University of British Columbia. Through his experience with SBBC and previous roles in sales and customer service, Steven is well-equipped to support clients on their journey to becoming a small business owner.

Steven is also proficient in Cantonese and Mandarin, allowing him to support clients from diverse backgrounds.

Originally from Lagos, Nigeria, Temitopeoluwa Odelade is a dynamic and self-motivated professional that brings a blend of analytical and creative skills to her work. She possesses a diploma in law, a BA in English and literature studies, and a diploma in business management. Committed to making a difference, she actively contributes to non-profit organizations as she strives to create positive change.

Tom Conway is the Chief Executive Officer for Small Business BC (SBBC), holding the position since joining in April 2019.

Tuan Pham is an Education Coordinator at Small Business BC. He studied Business Administration at Capilano University before embarking on an eclectic career in hospitality, travel, sales, and the non-profit sector in Cambodia and the Philippines.