Notre équipe

Email: christinea@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.905.357.0218
Language spoken: English

Christine joined the SSS family in 2011 with a solid foundation in hotel sales and contracting and continues to build strong relationships within  the industry. She brings a flair for creativity and fun to the team and is known for her quirky sense of humour.  Christine is a natural in identifying and exploring client’s needs while offering appropriate, tailored options for the best solutions for each program she works on.  It was Christine’s time working as both a supplier and a now a buyer in the industry that inspired her to create an experience that offers the highest level of personalized service for each and every client. She strives to make the client’s partnership with SSS one that leaves them smiling.

Christine is enjoying living back in the city of her roots with her beau Jeremy and their two dogs Ruckus and Cohen.  She is loyal to the beautiful Niagara region but also loves to travel.  She’s a DIY-er, baker, wanna-be chef, golfer (scratch), wine connoisseur (lol) .  When she’s not at work she could be found in her kitchen creating a homemade meal for some friends or family.  She loves to make people laugh and spending time with the people she loves is her favorite thing. She tries to be the sharpest, most giving, generous version of herself that she can be. Every. Single. Day.

1. What do your ideal clients say about you?  That I’m easy to work with and make them look good!
2. What are three travel essentials you never forget to pack? Toothbrush / toothpaste.  Scarves / Pashminas. Flats. 
3. What are you most passionate about professionally? I want my clients to really see and feel the value in working with me.  I take my reputation in the industry to heart and I know there are lots of options out there.  I want to be their number 1.  The person they know they can trust to guide them to the right decisions and have confidence once those decisions are made.

Email: angelav@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.647.342.3482
Language spoken: English

An experienced hospitality professional with over 10 years of hotel management and sales experience. Prior to joining Strategic Site Selection, Angela worked for several successful companies from Marriott Hotels & Resorts to Preferred Hotel Group’s Metropolitan Hotel Toronto. Most recently, she was the Senior Sales Manager for Skyline Hotels & Resorts’ Deerhurst Resort, overseeing corporate and association portfolios. Angela is also a devoted volunteer, involved with a number of professional, community and charitable organizations including MPI Toronto Chapter, Toronto District Catholic School Board Nutrition Advisor committee and The Weekend to End Women’s Cancer. Based out of Toronto, Angela enjoys spending time with her husband of 6 years, as well as her two children.

1. What most excites you about your work & the contribution you can make? The trust our clients have in me, in our team. Oh, and saving our client’s time and money.
2. Simple pleasure? Those quiet Sunday mornings enjoying a great cup of coffee and reading the newspaper.
3. What are three travel essentials you never forget to pack? Lint roller, static guard and patience.

Email: jodim@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.604.990.7730
Language spoken: English

Jodi joined SSS in 2012 with a passion for the hospitality industry, excited to grow her existing relationships and build many new ones! With 6 years at Starwood, she has worked with both association and corporate clients and knows that consistency, honesty and going the extra mile is a must in everything she delivers. In addition to working for some of Vancouver’s top hotels, Jodi’s past experiences include travelling the world as an event planner for Princess Cruises after achieving her B.A. at the University of Victoria.

Based in North Vancouver, Jodi enjoys spending time with her friends and family. Her and her husband John keep busy with their daughter Hannah born in 2011, son Cole born in 2013 and their first born…their dog Molly.

1. What most excites you about your work & the contribution you can make? Working with such a fun, amazing, variety of experienced planners and hoteliers, bringing them together to find the perfect fit for each program.
2. Favorite part of your day? The morning when I am sipping my first cup of coffee…hmmm…or the evening when I am sipping my first glass of wine, tough choice.
3. Favorite SSS moment? Truly too many to list! But becoming an SSS Mentor and helping others in my role reach their potential and achieve their goals might be at the top!

Email: heleneg@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.416.268.9809
Language spoken: English

Helene joins Strategic Site Selection bringing her dedication to customer service, honesty, and a strong focus on
results. She enjoyed 12 years in the hospitality business as a sales manager, beginning with Group Accor in the Toronto market. She then moved to Interstate Hotels and Resorts in downtown Toronto, spending 8 years with the company, where her focus was on corporate clientele. Helene has spent the last few years focusing on her husband and 3 children at home in Toronto and at the family cottage, which is her favourite place to be.

1. What do your ideal clients say about you? My ideal clients would say that I am a Hotel guru, that always comes through for them, and is fun to work with!
2. Favourite part of your day?  The first coffee in the morning with my husband.
3. Where is your favourite place you have travelled and why? I would love to go back to Europe as I was there when I was 16, and TOTALLY under appreciated the beauty and the history! It was all about the shopping then.

Email: DanaA@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.647.992.8941
Language spoken: English

1. What are you most passionate about professionally? I am passionate about building meaningful and lasting relationships not only with clients, but also suppliers and colleagues.
2. Favorite Quote? You’re in competition with one person only, and that is the individual you know you can become.
3.  One word people use to describe you? Energetic.

Email: silvias@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.905.862.3186
Language spoken: English

Silvia comes to our team with over 21 years of hotel experience. Silvia started her hospitality career with a placement program in the events department at the InterContinental. That turned into a 10 year adventure and love for the planning world which also included the King Edward and Park Hyatt Toronto. She even spent a few years being a server in the banquet department to get a better understanding of flow and timing of events. The remainder of her hospitality career involved her being a sales manager in both group and business travel at the Park Hyatt Toronto. Silvia’s dedication and passion for the industry ultimately earned her a coveted position at Hyatt as Global Sales Manager representing all Hyatt properties around the world!

In her spare time, Silvia can usually be found in the great outdoors, even on the cold days, with her husband and two sons who are 10 and 6 years old. She especially gets a reel kick out of being convinced by her sons that fishing is fun (please excuse the pun).

1. What do your ideal clients say about you?  My clients will often say that I am reliable and trustworthy.
2. Where is your favourite place you have travelled and why?  My favourite place I travelled to is Portugal. Most of my family still lives there and I find that country beautiful with so much culture and amazing food. Hoping to pass on some traditions to my boys.
3. Favourite way to spend a weekend or a Sunday? My favourite way to spend a weekend or a Sunday afternoon is with my family. Either going fishing or exploring a small town in the middle of no where.

Email: tanyaf@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.604.474.3444
Language spoken: English

Tanya joins Strategic Site Selection after 17 years in the hospitality industry, the last 9 years spent in Vancouver on the opening teams of some of the city’s newest hotels. Prior to this, she was living in the UK where she was a Product Manager for a luxury travel company and was fortunate enough to travel to the furthest corners of the world for work. Having extensive experience in hotel sales, she understands the importance of listening to the needs of each individual client and finding the best fit for them. She believes that the most important aspect to any dealing in life is to work hard and have fun. And plans to continue that philosophy with SSS!

Based in Vancouver, Tanya lives with her husband, daughter, and crazy little dog.  When not spending time with her family, Tanya enjoys all things sports – playing or watching!

1. What do your ideal clients say about you? Always available, likes to have fun, works hard to get them what they need, helps navigate their options with honesty, provides ongoing support and advice, and saves them a lot of time and effort in the process!
2. Favourite way to spend a Sunday afternoon?  Sunday Ticket all the way, who made the NFL season so short?!
3. Where is your favourite place you have travelled and why?  Too many to choose just one! I love the diversity of the different regions of South Africa, the tranquility, and beauty of the Maldives and the history and culture of many cities throughout Europe, particularly Prague

Email:jaye@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.343.204.2790
Language spoken: English and French

Jay joins the SSS team with over eight years experience in event planning, sales, destination marketing, and event audio-visual sales.

As graduate from Bishop’s University with a BBA in Entrepreneurship and Economics, Jay is currently serving as Vice-President Communications on the MPI Ottawa Board of Directors. He speaks and writes English and French.

Jay prides himself on his dedication to client satisfaction, his varied background, and his ability to foster meaningful business relationships with both suppliers and clients. He is especially passionate about giving back within the industry and helping new, as well as established planners, navigate the intricacies of meetings and events.

Jay and his wife love to travel and get lost in foreign places, and are parents to two kids under 3, plus a dog.

1. What are you most passionate about professionally? I want my clients to feel like I’m part of their team. My most meaningful professional relationships are ones that are built on honesty, trust, and my ability to bring tangible value-adds to areas that would otherwise be stressors.
2. Where is your favourite place you have travelled and why? The list is long so I’m going to go with the places not yet travelled. There’s nothing quite like the planning process of travel. You can sometimes get more out of researching where you want to go, and consequently not go, and what you want to do when you get there, than the time-limited travel itself. If I had to choose a place and answer the question? Northern Spain for the simple yet delectable food.
3. What are three travel essentials you never forget to pack? Headphones, Travel Size Lint Roller, and Spearmint Gum.

Email: sabineh@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.514.574.4496
Languages spoken: English, French and Spanish

Sabine is joining SSS with a strong background in Hospitality.  She has worked in Sales and Marketing for luxury hotels but also for well known products companies. Graduated from L’Institut de Tourisme et d’hotellerie in Hotel Management, she also owns a Bachelor Degree in Commerce from John Molson School of Business. Her various experiences have allow her to develop a large network in many industries and the ability to solve most situations with creative solution. Quality experience and client satisfaction are always her priority.

Parents of two, Sabine and her husband are passionate travellers. They dream of taking the family for a round the world trip someday. She speaks and writes English, French and Spanish. As much as she enjoys talking,  Sabine knows how to listen and understand other people needs, she cares.

1. What do your ideal clients say about you? I am devoted, creative and very professional. My goal is to find the best way to help my clients by understanding exactly what they need and what is important for them. I am not afraid to ask questions or challenge the ideas in place. Their satisfaction is what matters the most to me.
2. Where is your favourite place you have travelled and why? Australia is on the top of my list but it’s a difficult question to answer as so many places are lovely in their own manner. I spent a year in Australia on a Working Holiday visa and felt in love with this beautiful and wild country. What’s not to like about a place where most large cities have beaches and surfing is a common way of working out!
3. One word people use to describe you? Passionate

Email:matthewd@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.647.409.4987
Languages spoken: English

Matthew joined the SSS family in 2019, with an extensive background in hotel and convention sales. Most of his 12 years in hotel sales were spent in the luxury boutique market. He brings a refined and enthusiastic approach to finding the perfect venue for all of his clients, while having some fun along the way! Matthew understands that every organization, association and program have different needs and always finds the perfect location for each clients individuality. Usually found wearing sparkly shoes, and telling a not always funny joke his outgoing personality is what draws his clients to working with him. He never hesitates to work tirelessly to make sure the clients SSS partnership is truly one that matters to them every time they work with him.

Living downtown Toronto with his amazing husband Tim and dog Roxstar, you can usually find him walking, shopping and eating on Queen Street West. When not in the city, he can usually be found at his cottage or on his boat hosting all of his friends and family for the weekend. Any spare time he is found literally jumping for joy! He has been a competitive Jump Roper and coach (yes that is a thing!) for the last 27 years, starting when he was in kindergarten. Having travelled all around the globe for this sport including Australia, Hong Kong, South Africa, across Canada and the USA, he has earned himself 16 National Titles and 3 World Titles.

1. What would your ideal client say about you? My ideal client would say that we have probably become friends, that they trust me completely and that I always have their best interest in mind.
2. What’s your favorite way to spend a weekend or Sunday afternoon? At my cottage, on my boat enjoying some great sun and music with my husband Tim and dog Roxstar!
3. One word people use to describe you? Enthusiastic.

Email:allisonm@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.365.994.5885
Languages spoken: English

Allison brings with her a diverse background in the Hospitality Industry, allowing her a keen understanding of the many considerations required when working with a particular event. She began her hospitality journey 24 years ago in the Wedding Industry, helping brides plan and execute the most important day of their lives. Over time she transitioned into the fast paced and pressure cooker environment of the restaurant industry in her role as Director of Food and Beverage. For the last 10 years Allison has worked for several successful hotels within the Marriott Hotels & Resorts brand, overseeing corporate portfolios.  This lengthy career in Special Events, Corporate Conferences and the Restaurant Industry as both a Sales and Event Manager allows Allison to understand her client’s individual and unique needs while thinking outside the box when it comes to site selection for their events.

Personally Allison is passionate about Health and Wellness, teaching yoga and spending as much time outdoors as possible. Her world revolves around her two Pugs, Chunky and Nutz, and if she is not in the kitchen getting ready for a dinner party, you will probably find her getting dirty in her vegetable garden.

1. What do your ideal clients say about you?
   
   It may be a cliché, but they would all agree that I truly do care about my clients. I ‘SEE’ every single client that I work with, recognizing they are not just a “planner” but person with a family, personal passions and professional goals for their future. Getting to know my clients on a personal level helps me to respond quickly professionally when we work together because I understand exactly who they are and what they need. My proudest moments are whenever a client tells me that I have “NAILED IT”.
2. Favourite part of your day?
   
   Enjoying the Sunrise while I sneak quiet moments for myself to center, stretch and reflect on my day ahead is one of the most transformative things I do for myself daily.
3. What are three travel essentials you never forget to pack?
   
   In two parts:
   List of Food Destinations to hit up, Flat Shoes and the stamina of a competitive eaterTums, my Travel Yoga Mat and a plan to detox my system when I return home.

Email: gilliank@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.416.999.1787
Languages spoken: English

In over a decade, Gillian has worked with some of the worlds biggest brands to bring their meetings and events come to life. Experience in DMC, CVB, marketing, sourcing and full service events, Gillian brings a wealth of knowledge to the leadership team at Strategic Site Selection. 

Priding herself on honesty, integrity, and meaningful work, Gillian always has value to add to the process. A rare mix of creativity, detail-oriented and strategy-forward thinking has lent to her experience in both the development of programs from planning to on-site execution. 

When Gillian isn’t working, she can be found running off the end of a dock in to a lake, cooking, playing with her nieces, or learning American Sign Language. 

1. Where is your favourite place you have travelled and why? Buenos Aires! South America has soul, kindness and nurtures the family unit. Not only is this city full of beautiful architecture and greenery, its heart beat is lively, laid back and full of colour. 
2. Favourite quote? A rule, moreover a quote: ‘Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.’ I believe in ordinary kindness, and treating others the way we would want to be treated ourselves. We could all stand to follow this simple golden rule. 
3. What do your ideal clients say about you? My ideal client knows that I will go to battle for them, genuinely enjoys talking to me and brainstorming with me, and trusts that I will always have their best interest at heart which is reflected in my work. 

Email: bryanne@strategicsiteselection.com
Language spoken: English

Bryanne is joining SSS with four years of travel and tourism experience.   She started her career in hospitality as an event planning intern at a Country Club in Stratford. Once graduating from the Travel and Tourism program at Fanshawe College, she pursued her passion for adventure and turned it into a full time profession.   For three years Bryanne planned and organized pertinent travel itineraries for clients who wanted to see the world,  this developed a greater understanding of the hospitality industry and brought joy of giving people the opportunity to travel without hassle.

Bryanne has resided in a few cities in Southwestern Ontario, however she is excited to call Guelph her forever home.   When not working, she leads an active lifestyle indoors and outdoors – with her family and dogs pursuing the opportunity to travel whenever it is possible.

1. What are you most passionate about professionally? Professionally I am most passionate about finding opportunities to go over and above when it comes to client experience and satisfaction. Thinking two steps ahead on how to make someone’s life easier and stress free is the most rewarding.
2. Where is your favorite place you have travelled and why? It would definitely be a tie between Porto and Barbados – the food, history and most amazing views of the Douro River make the city of Porto worth returning to. Where Barbados will always be my favourite country for beaches, island life, and culture.
3. One word people use to describe you? Exuberant.

Email: elizabeths@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.289.786.7117
Language spoken: English

Elizabeth joins the SSS team with over ten years experience in event management, sales, operations, and destination management.  She has a passion for the nitty gritty of program logistics, and she looks forward to utilizing these skills on behalf of our clients with the destination and venue partners.  With her diverse background as both a supplier and a client, Elizabeth looks forward to providing a full service, client focused approach in putting together exceptional events and experiences.

Elizabeth is a lifelong resident of Southeastern Ontario, and feels lucky to live in one of the most beautiful and diverse places in Canada, with both Toronto and Buffalo, USA within a short drive away.  Outside of work you can find her chasing after an active toddler, spending time with her partner, family, and friends, and trying to squeeze in as much travel that she can.  A lifelong goal is to secure as many stamps in her passport as possible before it is time to renew.

1. What most excites you about your work & the contribution you can make? Events are like fingerprints, each one is unique, and I love being able to connect the dots to find the best fit for a client to ensure that their objectives are always being met.  From my background as an event planner, I am able to put myself in their shoes, and approach a proposal and contract from their point of view.
2. What are three travel essentials you never forget to pack? Headphones, sunglasses, and hand sanitizer.
3. One word people use to describe you? Determined

Email: heatherh@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.519.341.4148
Language spoken: English

Heather joins Strategic Site Selection with over 10 years of customer service experience and most recently with Habitat for Humanity as the Manager of Communications and Events. Heather brings with her a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a knack for creative solutions. She is a graduate of Conestoga College’s Event Management Post Graduate Program and is passionate about helping clients create seamless meetings and events with the perfect venue to compliment any progam. In her spare time, Heather can be found on the ice with her synchronized skating team, traveling, or spending time with friends and family (including her two fur-children; Belle and Ralphie).

1. What do your ideal clients say about you? My ideal clients would say that I am fun and easy to work with and that I am a key member of their planning team; someone who comes through with the perfect venue time after time.
2. Simple pleasure? Singing a power ballad at the top of my lungs with no one around to deafen. Boyz II Men, Backstreet Boys, and Celine Dion are the best.
3. Favourite quote? “Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see a shadow” – Helen Keller

Email:amandan@StrategicSiteSelection.com
Tel: +1.226.214.4898
Language spoken: English

Amanda joins Strategic Site Selection after working in the hospitality industry for over 10 years. She has worked various roles in the Front Office and Sales Department. She graduated from Fanshawe College where she received her Tourism and Travel Diploma and later received her Hospitality and Restaurant Management Diploma.  Amanda is a very positive person with a powerful drive to succeed. From her previous positions, she brings knowledge, determination, organization and resourcefulness to her new role at Strategic Site Selection.  When she is not at work she enjoys baking, gardening, reading, watching movies and spending time with her friends and family – especially her nephew!

1. Where is your favourite place you have travelled and why? Ocho Rios in Jamaica, the people and beaches were amazing!
2. One word people use to describe you. Loyal
3. What is one of your hobbies? I love to bake – it relaxes me and a great way to clear my head. 

Email: hilarym@strategicsiteselection.com
Tel: +1.226.314.0393
Language spoken: English

Hilary graduated from Trent University with a BA degree with Honours in Sociology. After spending some time in the customer service industry, she returned to school and obtained a post-graduate Human Resources Management certificate at Durham College. Hilary’s professional background is composed mainly of customer service, office administration and accounting, and the skills built in these roles will be useful in her current position with Strategic Site Selection. Outside of work, she enjoys running, playing piano and reading.

1. What’s your favorite way to spend a weekend or a Sunday afternoon? I love spending some quality time with family and friends. Also, heading up to the family cottage to spend some time on the water and get some nice R&R!
2. Where is your favorite place you have travelled and why? Definitely Rome! It’s such a beautiful and historical city, and the people are very friendly.
3. Favorite quote? Nothing is impossible, the word itself says, “I’m possible!”