Meet the Destination Canada Business Events Team

Impartial insights, inspiration, a simple introduction, or assistance with your next bid — our team is eager to share the benefits of meeting in Canada.

Virginie De Visscher
Virginie De Visscher
Acting Executive Director, Business Events
Virginie De Visscher
Acting Executive Director, Business Events
What is the best thing about Canada?

"The best thing about Canada is: the warmth and positive outlook of Canadians. But you can’t beat those places where you can suntan on the beach one week and snowshoe pristine wilderness just a few weeks later!"
devisscher.virginie@destinationcanada.com
+1-204-802-0920

Jennifer Attersall
Jennifer Attersall
Acting Senior Director, Business Events
Jennifer Attersall
Acting Senior Director, Business Events
What is the best thing about Canada?

"The warmth of the people, the multitude of different cultures, sun, snow, sand, mountains - Canada is breathtaking!"
attersall.jennifer@destinationcanada.com
+1-403-923-5972

Robert McCreight
Robert McCreight
Director of Business Events, Government and Industry Relations
Robert McCreight
Director of Business Events, Government and Industry Relations
What is the best thing about Canada?

"The best thing about Canada is the diversity of our natural landscapes from coast to coast to coast."
mccreight.robert@destinationcanada.com
+1-343-202-2042

Mark Zanetti
Mark Zanetti
Sales Manager, Incentive Travel
Mark Zanetti
Sales Manager, Incentive Travel
What is the best thing about Canada?

“From the Atlantic to the Pacific to the Arctic, the landscapes reflect the experiences – diverse, beautiful, and inspiring!”
zanetti.mark@destinationcanada.com
+1-604-638-8362

Mark Zanetti
Pamela Wilton
Business Development Manager, Economic Sectors - Life Sciences, Natural Resources and Advanced Manufacturing
Pamela Wilton
Business Development Manager, Economic Sectors - Life Sciences, Natural Resources and Advanced Manufacturing
What is the best thing about Canada?

"You can have any experience imaginable! There is beauty and diversity in our landscapes, seasons, communities, cultures, industry, sports, arts, food, festivals, and events. You dream it - Canada has it."
wilton.pamela@destinationcanada.com
+1-204-223-1922

bryan
Bryan Blue
Business Development Manager, Economic Sectors - Technology, Finance & Insurance and Agribusiness
Bryan Blue
Business Development Manager, Economic Sectors - Technology, Finance & Insurance and Agribusiness
What is the best thing about Canada?

"Friendly, welcoming people and stunning landscapes"
blue.bryan@destinationcanada.com
+1-514-229-3493

Jeffrey Fehr, Sales Manager
Jeffrey Fehr
Sales Manager
Jeffrey Fehr
Sales Manager
What is the best thing about Canada?

"Canada is a diverse country that truly offers something for everyone. From coast to coast, your background can be mountains, prairies or oceans. Iconic metropolises or smaller cities with an intimate vibe. Bucket list adventures or family-run experiences off the beaten path. What makes Canada unique is the people that call it home. Here you will find friendly faces and welcoming hospitality."
fehr.jeffrey@destinationcanada.com
+1-639-525-1388

Larissa Tishevskaya
Larissa Tishevskaya
Strategic Partnership and Events Representative
Larissa Tishevskaya
Strategic Partnership and Events Representative
The best thing about Canada?

"I like the fact that the Capital of Canada Ottawa, is the second coldest capital in the world after my hometown and capital of Russia, Moscow. I love a good winter!"
larissa@forumdestinationmarketing.com
+1 703-965-6750

Rebecca Anderson
Rebecca Anderson
Strategic Partnerships & Events Specialist (on maternity leave)
Rebecca Anderson
Strategic Partnerships & Events Specialist (on maternity leave)
What is the best thing about Canada?

"The best thing about Canada are the endless opportunities for adventure, the diverse experience you can have from coast to coast and the warmth of the people."
Anderson.Rebecca@destinationcanada.com
+1-403-831-2895

angela
Angela Trunzo
Market Intelligence Analyst
Angela Trunzo
Market Intelligence Analyst
What is the best thing about Canada?

"The best thing I’d say is the friendly people."
trunzo.angela@destinationcanada.com
+1-204-914-8692

Guy Hall
Guy Hall
Content Specialist
Guy Hall
Content Specialist
What is the best thing about Canada?

"The best thing about Canada is the diverse range of experiences that are available; you can go from dining in world-class restaurants in thriving urban centres to backcountry camping in pristine wildernesses in just a couple of hours!"
Hall.Guy@destinationcanada.com
+1-778-897-0771

Jenni Sheppard
Jenni Sheppard
Writing and Editing Specialist
Jenni Sheppard
Writing and Editing Specialist
What is the best thing about Canada?

"Spectacular landscapes, beautiful oceans, majestic wildlife, and welcoming people - all of which make me feel genuine wonder and gratitude every time I come home to Canada."
sheppard.jenni@destinationcanada.com
+1-778-926-4482

felicia
Felicia Rafael
Project Manager
Felicia Rafael
Project Manager
What is the best thing about Canada?

"The beautiful nature that surrounds us, the delectable fusion of foods, and the unique exciting experiences to be found from sea to sea to sea."
rafael.felicia@destinationcanada.com
+1 778-783-2821

Aida de la Mata
Aida de la Mata
Coordinator
Aida de la Mata
Coordinator
What is the best thing about Canada?

"Canada equals adventure, meaning Canada is set up to get up my adrenaline pumping. Exhilarating excursions and amazing landscapes can be found just everywhere. Traveling around Canada means experiencing many different landscapes, cultures and heritages while meeting welcoming people"
delamata.aida@destinationcanada.com

anna
Anna Elizavetova
Executive Assistant
Anna Elizavetova
Executive Assistant
What is the best thing about Canada?

"The best thing about Canada is the cultural diversity and friendly people."
elizavetova.anna@destinationcanada.com
+1-604-638-8247

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