Meet the Team

Management

District Sales Managers

Regional Account Executives

Accounting Department

Office Staff

Web Department

Distribution and Directory

News Team

Award Winners

Executive Management Team

Bonnie Derry
Bonnie Derry
CEO
Peter Boyd
Peter Boyd
President of iNFOTEL MULTIMEDIA and iNFOnews.ca
Jason Kezama
Jason Kezama
Chief Financial Officer
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Bonnie Derry
Bonnie Derry
CEO

For the last 23 and a half years I’ve dedicated myself to the success of our business with the help of our amazing team. For exercise I ride horses to lose weight. So far my horse has lost 15 lbs.

Peter Boyd
Peter Boyd
President of iNFOTEL MULTIMEDIA and iNFOnews.ca

Peter has an extensive career including senior executive management roles within two international branded companies. His experience also includes creating, owning, and running three successful start up businesses. Peter has been with us since July 2017.

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Jason Kezama
Jason Kezama
Chief Financial Officer

Jason loves the Okanagan, and enjoys summer, hiking, golf, hockey and travelling. He moved from rainy Vancouver 8 years ago and would never go back. Jason has been with us since November 2018.

 

District Sales Managers

Blake Ouellet
Blake Ouellet
District Sales Manager
Werner de Jager (“DJ”)
Werner de Jager (“DJ”)
District Sales Manager
Kazi Zayed
Kazi Zayed
District Sales Manager
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Blake Ouellet
Blake Ouellet
District Sales Manager

Blake graduated from the UBC-Okanagan in June 2015 with a BA in English Literature and History. Since then, he’s found a passion for building relationships with businesses and business owners across the Okanagan. He joined us in November 2020. Blake can be reached at (250) 575-3997

Werner de Jager (“DJ”)
Werner de Jager (“DJ”)
District Sales Manager

Werner (a.k.a DJ) was born and raised in South Africa and has been in Canada since 2008. He prides himself on being kind and genuine and has a passion for sales and customer service. In his own words “I aim to bring good to every person I interact with. That is how I measure success.” In his free time, you will find him going for walks and spending time with his lovely fiancée. DJ joined the team in September 2022 and can be reached at (250) 512-9352.

Kazi Zayed
Kazi Zayed
District Sales Manager

Live for the life, not for the moment! Kazi has been with us since December 2021. Kazi can be reached at 250-899-3755

 

Regional Account Executives

Tiffany Weiss
Tiffany Weiss
Regional Account Executive
Justin Smith
Justin Smith
Regional Account Executive
Gary Johnston
Gary Johnston
Regional Account Executive
Dan Wood
Dan Wood
Regional Account Executive
Gandharav Chopra
Gandharav Chopra
Regional Account Executive
Jarrett Young
Jarrett Young
Regional Account Executive
Asif Mahmud
Asif Mahmud
Regional Account Executive
Daniel Galindo
Daniel Galindo
Regional Account Executive
Derrick Ford
Derrick Ford
Regional Account Executive
Steve Irwin
Steve Irwin
Regional Account Executive
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Tiffany Weiss
Tiffany Weiss
Regional Account Executive

Tiffany thrives on living and working in the Okanagan. She's been with us since March 2020. Tiffany enjoys the Okanagan heat by hiking, playing sports, or being on a lake with friends. On a winter weekend, if she's not on the slopes, she is appreciating a taste at one of our local wineries, breweries, or restaurants. Tiffany looks forward to meeting and working with you and can be reached at (778) 363-1958.

Justin Smith
Justin Smith
Regional Account Executive

Justin is a recently graduated TRU Marketing alumni. He likes to spend his spare time watching sports, particularly NHL, NFL, and NBA. He also likes to sit at home on the computer and relax. Passionate about all things marketing, Justin is happy to help your business grow. Justin has been with us since December 2021. Justin can be reached at 250-319-6183.

Gary Johnston
Gary Johnston
Regional Account Executive

Gary started with us in May 2022. Gary has a long background in media and enjoys working with businesses to help maximize their marketing results. When he is not working, you can find him biking around our beautiful city or in the mountains hiking or snowshoeing. Gary can be reached at 250-258-1728.

Dan Wood
Dan Wood
Regional Account Executive

Dan is BC-born and raised with an extensive background in marketing and advertising, and he receives great joy from helping businesses succeed and find new avenues for growth. He is also a collector of all things cool! Dan has been with us since August 2022. Drop Dan a line and see what we can do for you.... 250-899-3367

Gandharav Chopra
Gandharav Chopra
Regional Account Executive

In the process of being the best salesman he can be! Love meeting and interacting with new people, hope to grow and help people along the way. If Gandharav is not working, then he's either playing soccer or singing hip-hop! Gandharav has been with us since November 2022. Please contact Gandharav (250) 879-5123.

Jarrett Young
Jarrett Young
Regional Account Executive

My name is Jarrett, when I am not working, I love playing sports with success! I continue that love through my involvement in multiple mens' league teams in Kelowna. I also enjoy concerts, and travelling. Jarett joined our team in October 2023 and can be reached at 250-317-0590.

Asif Mahmud
Asif Mahmud
Regional Account Executive

Asif is a seasoned corporate professional with over 14 years of experience, including 10+ years focused on sales and marketing. With MBA in hand, Asif has worked with various multinational companies, and has a proven track record of helping businesses improve their ROI. For leisure time, Asif enjoys watching movies, reading books, and spending quality time with family. Asif joined us in February 2024. He can be reached at (250) 879-5223.

Daniel Galindo
Daniel Galindo
Regional Account Executive

An audiovisual communication and multimedia professional, driven by enthusiasm for digital marketing and content creation. With a postgraduate degree in Advertising Media Management from Humber College, I embarked on a journey to Kelowna in pursuit of fresh challenges and opportunities. My purpose is to be able to help local businesses and to share my skills and experiences. Beyond my professional pursuits, I am an avid sports enthusiast, and I love to watch F1 and football.

Daniel can be reached at 647-864-9736.

Derrick Ford
Derrick Ford
Regional Account Executive

Large-city-born, small town raised, Derrick has lived across Canada and worked within several industries. He brings that knowledge to create strategies to help you grow your business. He graduated from the Toronto Film School in 2022 and has a passion for photography. Derrick joined us in May 2024. He can be reached at (778) 220-7381.

Steve Irwin
Steve Irwin
Regional Account Executive

Steve is a dedicated sales professional who believes that everything starts by building lasting client relationships. With years of experience, Steve combines an approachable style with practical, results-oriented solutions. As a new transplant to the Okanagan, Steve is looking forward to enjoying all the area has to offer, and getting to be a part of this great community. Steve joined us in October 2024. He can be reached at 778-835-8706.

 

OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT

Danielle Hastings
Danielle Hastings
Vice President of Operations
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Danielle Hastings
Danielle Hastings
Vice President of Operations

Danielle has been with us since August 2014. She’s another one of those Sasky imports and a national Hobby Horse Champion. If she isn’t in her office, she can be found at one of the many hockey rinks across the province.

Danielle can be reached at 1-800-599-5399

 

ADMIN & ACCOUNTING ASSOCIATES

Brianna Anhorn
Brianna Anhorn
Office Manager
Louise Gordon
Louise Gordon
Leads Assistant
Tina Coridor
Tina Coridor
Accounting/Leads Assistant
Kaolin Macfarlane
Kaolin Macfarlane
Administrative Assistant
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Brianna Anhorn
Brianna Anhorn
Office Manager

Brianna has been with us since August 2022. BC born and raised. When not in the office Brianna loves hiking the Okanagan, adventuring with her dog, and traveling the world. Brianna can be reached at 250-260-7776 ext: 104

Louise Gordon
Louise Gordon
Leads Assistant

Louise has been with us since August 1996. She loves the outdoors, snowshoeing and the colour yellow.

Louise can be reached at 1-800-599-5399

Tina Coridor
Tina Coridor
Accounting/Leads Assistant

Tina moved to the Okanagan (Cherryville) in December 2008 from Langley BC. She is the mother of two boys and a wife. Tina loves walking/hiking, going camping, boating, and fishing. Tina has been with us since June 2021

Kaolin Macfarlane
Kaolin Macfarlane
Administrative Assistant

Kaolin joined us in November 2024. Her extension is 105.

 

Web Department

Jason Poitras
Jason Poitras
Web Department Manager
Sue Rooks
Sue Rooks
Web Project Coordinator
Mikayla Meyers
Mikayla Meyers
Web Team Product Supervisor
Jason Peters
Jason Peters
Website Developer
Mark Phillips
Mark Phillips
Website Developer
Ana Grace Sabellano
Ana Grace Sabellano
Website Developer
Dmytro Taran
Dmytro Taran
Website Developer
Richard Weninger
Richard Weninger
Content Writer
Susan Garand
Susan Garand
Copywriter
Alexandra
Alexandra
Search Engine Marketing Specialist
Alexandre Brabant
Alexandre Brabant
Search Engine Marketing Specialist
Sterling Dickie
Sterling Dickie
Website Developer
Stefanie Wah
Stefanie Wah
Google Business Profile Expert
Jenna Poitras
Jenna Poitras
Google Business Profile Expert
Elizabeth McGrail
Elizabeth McGrail
Google Business Profile Expert
Jace Cochrane
Jace Cochrane
Social Media Specialist
Sierra Krog
Sierra Krog
Social Media Specialist
Tarj Desai
Tarj Desai
Social Media Specialist
Sara Fehr
Sara Fehr
Social Media Specialist
Stacie Tappen
Stacie Tappen
Social Media Specialist
Cathy McMaster
Cathy McMaster
Social Media Specialist
Josh Alves
Josh Alves
Social Media Specialist
Rylan Kinnin
Rylan Kinnin
Videographer
Pamela Ralston
Pamela Ralston
Videographer
Sarah Smith
Sarah Smith
Videographer
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Jason Poitras
Jason Poitras
Web Department Manager

JP has a passion for continual learning and loves talking about Electric Cars, SpaceX and anything related to nerdy tech stuff. Ask him about SEO, one of his favorite topics. JP has been with us since July 2019. 🚀
Jason Poitras can be reached at 1-800-599-5399 ext 107

Sue Rooks
Sue Rooks
Web Project Coordinator

Sue has a background in IT consulting, communications and marketing. She is an avid skier, mountain biker, and squash player and loves working with customers to help them achieve great results with compelling websites and social media campaigns. Sue joined us in December 2019 and can be reached at 1-800-599-5399 ext 114.

Mikayla Meyers
Mikayla Meyers
Web Team Product Supervisor

Mikayla started with us in May 2022. She moved to Kelowna from Calgary in 2018 for her bachelor’s degree at UBC, and has developed a passion for media marketing and building strong customer-client relationships. Apart from work, Mikayla enjoys soaking up the Okanagan sun, in which you can find her spending time at the lake or local wineries!

Jason Peters
Jason Peters
Website Developer

Jason has been with us since June 2014.

“Nothing goes over my head. My reflexes are too fast. I would catch it.” – Drax the Destroyer

Jason Peters can be reached at 1-800-599-5399 ext 102

Mark Phillips
Mark Phillips
Website Developer

Mark is the newest member of the team, joining us in September 2020. He is actively pursing a career in programming. Mark is passionate about learning, building applications and going to the gym daily to stay in shape.

He can be reached at 1-800-599-5399 ext 113

Ana Grace Sabellano
Ana Grace Sabellano
Website Developer

Ana Grace came from Cebu, Philippines, and migrated here in Canada, specifically in Winnipeg, Manitoba in May 2018. Some of her friends call her “Ana Banana”. Ana helps build custom online solutions and maintain client websites. While not building sites, she enjoys staying at the kitchen cooking and baking excellent chocolate and carrot cake. Other hobbies are photography, baking/cooking and playing badminton.
She can be reached at 1 250-260-7776 ext 102

Dmytro Taran
Dmytro Taran
Website Developer

With over 8 years of experience developing responsive websites, Dmytro is an expert in all aspects of front-end and back-end development. He is proficient in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP and popular frameworks like WordPress and React. He enjoys solving complex technical challenges and crafting pixel-perfect designs.
Outside of work, He enjoys photography, hiking and basketball.

Richard Weninger
Richard Weninger
Content Writer

Richard Weninger is a freelance writer who grew up in the Okanagan Valley. He started his career in broadcast journalism at Thompson Rivers University. In addition to being a career writer and traveler, Richard has worked as an EMR and Commercial diver. When not writing or traveling, he can usually be found cycling or enjoying life with his Chihuahua Paco.

Susan Garand
Susan Garand
Copywriter
Alexandra
Alexandra Turner
Search Engine Marketing Specialist

Alex has been with us since October 2018. She likes to keep active through running, the gym and snowboarding; spending time with her three dogs (Indie, Kita & Bug) and binge watching crime documentaries.

Alexandre Brabant
Alexandre Brabant
Search Engine Marketing Specialist

Alexandre has been with us since Dec 2021.

Sterling Dickie
Sterling Dickie
Website Developer

Sterling has been with us since 2016.

Sterling can be reached at 1-800-599-5399

Stefanie Wah
Stefanie Wah
Google Business Profile Expert

Stefanie has been with us since September 2020. She arrived from Germany 3 years ago with a backpack and a one-way-ticket, and never went back. She likes Heavy Metal, her cat and fishing.

Jenna Poitras
Jenna Poitras
Google Business Profile Expert

Jenna Poitras is a Google Business Profile Expert who loves to travel. She enjoys working with clients to create dynamic and engaging Google Business Profiles that will help them reach their business goals. When Jenna's not helping companies get found online and grow, you can find her baking up a storm in the kitchen or planning her next big trip. She's currently studying for her CompTIA Security+ certificate. Jenna joined us in March 2022.

Elizabeth McGrail
Elizabeth McGrail
Google Business Profile Expert

Elizabeth loves being able to call British Columbia home! When she is not collaborating with clients to craft engaging Google Business Profiles, you can find her soaking up everything this beautiful province has to offer—from hiking its stunning trails to savouring local wines, and everything in between. Elizabeth joined us in June 2024.

Jace Cochrane
Jace Cochrane
Social Media Specialist

In 2022 Jace pursued a lifelong passion and studied graphic design at the Visual College of Art and Design in Calgary, AB. Jace lives in Calgary and spends his time outside of work enjoying a cold beverage on a patio and playing with his wiener dog Obi. Jace joined us in June 2024.

Sierra Krog
Sierra Krog
Social Media Specialist

Sierra has been with us since April 2019. This history buff can be found spending time with her horse Kahli, her pony Captain, her dog Roxy, or kickboxing, dancing, and adventuring in the great outdoors.

Sierra can be reached at 1-800-599-5399 ext 106

Tarj Desai
Tarj Desai
Social Media Specialist

Tarj loves food, music, snooker, cooking, travelling, reading, bowling, interacting with people & more. He spends his free time with his many interests, & the people he loves.

Sara Fehr
Sara Fehr
Social Media Specialist

Sara has been working in marketing since 2017 and has a passion for graphic design and writing. In their free time they are a self-published indie author.

Stacie Tappen
Stacie Tappen
Social Media Specialist

Stacie joined the iNOFOTEL team in June 2023. With a robust academic background, including an E-Commerce Business Diploma, and a decade of immersive experience in the marketing sector, Stacie brings a blend of expertise and unique creativity to our digital presence. Beyond a passion for innovative marketing strategies, Stacie thrives on thinking outside the box, and crafting engaging content that resonates. When she’s offline, Stacie lives for adventure, embodying her belief that life, like marketing, should be anything but ordinary.

Cathy McMaster
Cathy McMaster
Social Media Specialist
Josh Alves
Josh Alves
Social Media Specialist

Josh has a keen interest in blockchain and finance. He lives in Vernon where he enjoys playing hockey, hitting the gym and relaxing at the lakes in his free time.

Rylan Kinnin
Rylan Kinnin
Videographer

Rylan has been with us since February 2022.

Pamela Ralston
Pamela Ralston
Videographer

Pamela has been with us since June 2022.

Sarah Smith
Sarah Smith
Videographer

A visual storyteller for 8+ years, Sarah has a special knack for creating comfortable interviewing experiences for her clients and finding unique narratives. When not working, she loves getting outside with her family and playing sports like baseball, golf, snowboarding and mountain biking. Sarah also has a passion for fine wine and culinary indulgence. Go Blue Jays!

 

Distribution and Directory

Penny Greger
Penny Greger
Graphic Arts Coordinator
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Penny Greger
Penny Greger
Graphic Arts Coordinator

Penny has been here longer than the business (since 1993). She enjoys crafting, gardening and reading.

News Team

Marshall Jones
Marshall Jones
Managing Editor
Howard Alexander
Howard Alexander
Editor
Ben Bulmer
Ben Bulmer
Reporter
Levi Landry
Levi Landry
Reporter
Shannon Ainslie
Shannon Ainslie
Reporter
Jesse Tomas
Jesse Tomas
Reporter
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Marshall Jones
Marshall Jones
Managing Editor

Marshall may call West Kelowna home, but after 16 years in local news and 14 in the Okanagan, he knows better than to tell readers in other communities what is “news’ to them. As our newsroom leader since 2012, his job is making our reporters better, ensuring accuracy, fairness and meeting the highest standards of journalism.

Marshall can be reached at 1-250-718-2724

Howard Alexander
Howard Alexander
Editor

Howard has been a reporter, news anchor, talk show host and news director, first in Saskatchewan and then the Okanagan. He moved his family to Vernon in the 90s and has been with us since 2013.

Howard can be reached at1-250-309-5343

Ben Bulmer
Ben Bulmer
Reporter

Ben has been with us since July 2018.

Ben can be reached at 1-250-309-5230

Levi Landry
Levi Landry
Reporter

Levi is a recent graduate of the Communications, Culture, & Journalism program at Okanagan College and is now based in Kamloops. After living in BC for over four years, he finds the blue collar and neighbourly environment in the Thompson reminds him of home in Saskatchewan. Levi, who has previously been published in Kelowna’s Daily Courier, is passionate about stories focussed on both social issues and peoples’ experiences in their local community. Levi joined us in January 2021.

If you have a story or tips to share, you can reach Levi at 250-819-3723

Shannon Ainslie
Shannon Ainslie
Reporter

Shannon brings a background of content writing and blogging to the team. She loves to find interesting and unique stories about the people in the city of Kamloops. Her favourite things are arts and culture, cats, and everything 80’s. Shannon has been with us since July 2021.

Shannon can be reached at (250) 819-6089 or sainslie@infonews.ca

Jesse Tomas
Jesse Tomas
Reporter

Jesse Tomas is a reporter from Toronto who is thrilled to join our team and cover the Kelowna area. He graduated from Carleton University’s journalism program in 2022. Jesse has contributed to the Ottawa Citizen, National Post, travel blogs, and skateboarding magazines. As a recent transplant to the Okanagan he is excited to provide a new perspective on what makes the region a great place to live. Coming to InfoNews is the start of a new chapter in his life and career, dedicated to giving the people of Kelowna the best news coverage possible. Jesse has been with us since September 2023; he can be reached at (250) 488-3065.

 

2023 Award Winners

District Sales Manager of the Year - 2023

Blake Ouellet

Senior Regional Account Executive of the Year – 2023

Dan Wood

Rookie Regional Account Executive of the Year – 2023

Gandharav Chopra

News Person of the Year – 2023

Levi Landry

Support Manager of the Year – 2023

Brianna Anhorn

Support Person of the Year – 2023

Tina Coridor

Sub-Contractor of the Year – 2023

Stefanie Wah

2022 Award Winners

Senior Regional Account Executive of the Year - 2022

Tiffany Weiss

Rookie Regional Account Executive of the Year - 2022

Kazi Zayed

News Person of the Year - 2022

Rob Munro

Support Manager of the Year - 2022

Jason Poitras

Support Person of the Year - 2022

SUE ROOKS

Sub-Contractor of the Year - 2022

Penny Greger

2021 Award Winners

Senior Regional Account Manager of the Year - 2021

RICK LEBLANC

Support Person of the Year - 2021

SUE ROOKS

Rookie Regional Account Executive of the Year - 2021

DYLAN CUNNINGHAM

DSM of the Year - 2021

TANYA FEDERICI

Support Manager of the Year - 2021

DANIELLE MINARD

News Person of the Year - 2021

CARLI BERRY

2020 Award Winners

DSM OF THE YEAR - 2020

Tanya Federici

Support Manager of the Year – 2020

Danielle Minard

Senior Regional Account Executive of the Year – 2020

Rick LeBlanc

Support Person of the Year – 2020

Sue Rooks

News Person of the Year – 2020

Steve Arstad

Rookie Regional Account Executive of the Year - 2020

Tiffany Weiss

2019 Award Winners

DSM of the Year – 2019

Tanya Federici

Support Manager of the Year – 2019

Danielle Minard

Senior Regional Account Executive of the Year – 2019

Tami Bjornson

Support Person of the Year – 2019

Kate Carter

Sub-Contractor of the Year – 2019

Alex Turner

2018 Award Winners

District Sales Manager of the Year

Tami Bjornson

Senior Regional Account Executive of the Year

Jim Kelly

This background has given him the experience and understanding in what drives a customer to become loyal, and more importantly extremely satisfied from the results of the products and services provided. Peter believes the key is engaged and happy associates, and so he leads his teams with that priority focus day in and day out. Outside of his focus of our continually growing company, Peter loves his two young children dearly, and has a true passion for playing hockey. If you ask him, he likes to jokingly say, he has put his professional hockey career on hold for now, but that being said, you will find him at nearly any local ball hockey event with a stick in his hand wanting to play!

"iNFOTEL MULTIMEDIA and iNFOnews.ca have been amazing success stories that I take great pride in. I absolutely believe in the products and services we provide, and more importantly, I appreciate each and every one of our associates! Our team of talented people are the ones who have helped us grow our company into who we are today! I can state with confidence that we are a company that focuses and produces incredibly high results for our customers, and in turn our customers appreciate what we do more than ever today!” Peter joined us in August 2017, and he has been an incredible influence on ensuring our company is ready for the future! Onward and upward!