Our Team Of Weirdos - Lighthouse Labs

Shweta 🔻

Project Manager

Shweta has an MBA in marketing and operations and a Bachelors of Engineering. Shweta applies both her business and technical background into her day to day Project Management. Shweta specializes in Government Projects where she adds top level coordination to ensure their successful delivery.
Rachel 🔻

Sr. Enrollment Coordinator

Rachel has worked in HR and recruitment since completing her BBA in Human Resources. Having previously worked with foreign workers at a large cherry farm she is excited to return to an education role. When not working she likes to Travel - specifically road trips, and spend time with family and friends.
Kristina 🔻

Admissions Operations Manager

Kristina has a bachelor of arts degree and over 4 years working in career coaching. She loves opportunities to provide tools for success, encourage and support life changes and help people reach goals! When she is not working she loves to explore, spend time with loved ones, or watch a good show.
Amy 🔻

Product Manager

Amy is an experienced product manager & technical learning experience designer. She has a specialized interest in human-centred design & using data to develop accessible & inclusive technical learning experiences. She loves the thrill of a good thrift & crafting the perfectly balanced charcuterie board!
Reem 🔻

Director, Finance

Reem has 7+ yrs of well-rounded experience including implementing new cloud-based solutions & structuring financial processes to pave the way for greater financial reporting. She also holds a diploma in Pastry Arts but has ironically lost in a departmental bake-off.
Nichola 🔻

Sr. Manager, Workforce Development

Nichola has over 10 years of experience specializing in program management, stakeholder relations, PR and communications for government, academia, and industry. In her free time, she enjoys travelling, adventures with her standard poodle Gilbert, and being anywhere near water.
Danielle 🔻

Director, Performance and Growth Marketing

A true East Coaster turned Alberta transplant, Danielle has a unique marketing perspective that comes from her experience in the gaming and education industries. She loves a good bowl of seafood chowder but don’t expect her to rock a cowboy hat.
Kristen 🔻

Education Manager

Kristen has been working abroad in education for the last 12 years. Resettling back in Canada has required extensive toque & mitt purchases, which she now must support with a job. After work, she loves to bake, join community theatre & go for walks looking for things to bark at with her dog Wilson.
Bethany 🔻

Sr. Learning Experience Designer

Bethany comes from a background in STEM, education, and IT. She’s worked in eLearning design for academic institutions and tech teams and holds an honours degree in Physics. In her free time, she’s led a hackathon, takes her dogs, Bella and Charlie, on adventures, and also loves cross-stitching
Jake 🔻

Lead Cyber Instructor

Jake is a Fleming College Computer Security graduate. He has always had a passion for computers and cybersecurity. Jake loves helping and teaching others about anything computer-related. Outside of work you can find Jake listening to music, gaming, or fixing his computers.
Kiana 🔻

Content and Communications Manager

Kiana has a Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing and International Business. She has been working in marketing for four years with most of her experience being in education. Kiana’s current home base is Canada’s Capital City, Ottawa. Outside of the office, Kiana can be found travelling, reading, painting
Jordan 🔻

Workforce Development Specialist

Jordan has a background in grant writing at non-profit organizations. He enjoys researching and solving problems. Jordan is also passionate about helping people of all backgrounds and abilities to enter the workforce. He is an avid runner and loves good coffee and good food.
Sarah 🔻

Education Operations Specialist

Sarah has a passion for continuous learning and helping others enjoy their education. When she isn’t lost in a book, you might find Sarah tending to her houseplants or cooking a new recipe.
Sheryll 🔻

Manager, Career Services Advisors

Sheryll is a seasoned Career Development specialist who has been committed to assisting job seekers and employers navigate the rapid changes that occur in today’s tech-filled world of work. Once she’s put in a full day, Sheryll gets in the spotlight herself by sharing her love of music.
Kendall 🔻

Student Success Coordinator

Kendell is passionate about creating positive learning experiences centred around student support and authenticity. A personal growth aficionado, Kendell traded in the big city for a Kootenay small town where she now spends as much time outside as possible.
Shelly 🔻

Sr. Manager, Student Finance and Compliance

I have a Law Degree and over 19 years of experience in the education industry. I have worked in many roles in education including as a teacher, program coordinator and in the last 11 years in the Student Finance Department. I love working in an industry that helps students to achieve their goals.
Alana 🔻

Content Writer

I love cats and people (order depends on which specific cat or person we're dealing with), and I have an unhealthy obsession with tzatziki and hoisin sauce. Come winter, those obsessions change to snowboarding and hot chocolate, but not both at once because that would be reckless
Kelsey 🔻

Employment Partnership Manager

Kelsey is passionate about helping people realize their full potential & is excited to combine her 10+ years of experience in sales with her recent education in career services to make this happen. A self-proclaimed personal development junkie, she is dedicated to continuous learning
Kiwook 🔻

Project Accountant

Kiwook has a background in accounting and worked in various industries including mobile app development and board games. Born in Seoul, Korea, and raised in New Brunswick, Canada, he is a global citizen with a passion for project management and product development.
Jelena 🔻

Sr. Project Coordinator

Jelena has 5+ years of experience coordinating projects in higher education. Her focus is on utilizing technology and data to improve project outcomes. A lifelong learner, she is currently completing her project management certification. She enjoys scuba diving, travel, and mixology outside of work.
Lynaya 🔻

Sr. Manager, Career Success

Lynaya comes from D.C. and has worked in student services at U.S. institutions for the last 9years. Lynaya holds degrees in Biology, Education, and Theology. Lynaya enjoys not just the science disciplines and theology, but also creative endeavours such as baking, painting, knitting, comedy and listening
Corie 🔻

Sr. Manager, Career Services Operations

Corie focused on teaching visual arts during her time in Hong Kong ranging from early childhood to high school level at various schools/organizations, where she also completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Education from Chinese University of Hong Kong and became a licensed teacher in 2015.
Kathryn 🔻

Learning Advisor

Kathryn has a diverse background in events, career advising, and recruiting. She has a passion for positive learning experiences and helping others succeed. Outside of work, she enjoys aerial arts, horror movies, watching hockey, exploring the outdoors, and her two fur babies.
Deborah 🔻

Career Services Advisor

I am a certified BCCDA practitioner (British Columbia Career Development Association) with over 25+ years of Employment Coaching experience. I specialize in assisting graduates to create a clear vision, discover new possibilities and set goals and create a strategy for achieving them.
Rachel 🔻

Learning Advisor

Rachel has degrees in Anthropology and Education from Lakehead University. She has worked in the education sector for the past 12 years and has a passion for helping students achieve their educational and career aspirations. In her spare time, Rachel loves to read, listen to podcasts, and enjoys spending
Cione 🔻

Admissions Administrator

I love learning and helping others learn. I have years of experience working in customer service and always bring my best foot forward. Outside of work I enjoy hot yoga and dancing. I also enjoy making clothing and embroidering designs I’ve created.
Olivia 🔻

Student Success Coordinator

After getting her Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology, Olivia found a passion for learning and wanted to support others in achieving their goals. In her downtime, Olivia loves to read and spend time with her dog.
Martin 🔻

Workforce Development Specialist

Martin is a passionate and people-focused fundraiser. He is excited to bring his nearly 30 years of experience assisting organizations in securing funding to his work with Lighthouse Labs. Martin is happily married and a proud father of two daughters. He resides with his family in Cambridge, Ontario.
Dora 🔻

Sr. Career Services Advisor

Dora is a career services professional in the education industry for over 10 years. Her expertise includes providing coaching services to students and alumni, resume and cover letter development, interviewing techniques and strategies, job search techniques and overall career exploration.
Zoë 🔻

Learning Advisor

Zoë has a diverse background in customer service, recruitment and PR. She gets a kick out of helping people achieve their goals and is passionate about fostering community and diversity. When not at work you can find her road-tripping in Patsy (her beloved camper van) or climbing big rocks!
Paula 🔻

Career Services Advisor

With a Bachelor's in Anthropology, Paula has fostered a passion for learning about others to help them succeed. Her background includes educational workshop facilitation and social research in the tech and government sectors. Outside of work, you can find her making pottery or exploring a museum.
Josh 🔻

Director, Admissions

Josh is a career education professional who has spent over a dozen years in the field. He taught in South Korea, built and managed an online language school, and led admissions teams in several top-performing immersive tech programs. He is extremely passionate about helping students develop their skills!
Kai 🔻

Marketing Generalist

With a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and three years' experience in program coordination within the social services sector, Kai emphasizes a human-centric approach in her work. Outside of work, you can find her with her sidekick, Yoshi, upside down (aka doing gymnastics), or travelling.
Lauren 🔻

Career Services Advisor

Lauren is passionate about working with students and helping others to reach their goals. She has a background in psychology and education, and has previous experience as a teacher and in EdTech. Outside of work, you can find her spending time with her two cats, Stella and Ciabatta.
Madison 🔻

Career Services Advisor

Madison has a background in Sociology and Social Service Work. She has worked in Employment Services and has knowledge in employment counselling, job searching and career development. Madison has a passion for helping others. Outside of work she loves trying new dishes and binge watching tv shows.
Mayette 🔻

Career Services Advisor

I have 4 years of experience in Career Counselling and enjoy learning about tech and how it is developing so fast! I have a passion for helping others succeed in their professional development. Outside of work I am a foody and enjoy going to new places, especially with friends and family!
Lawrence 🔻

Career Services Advisor

Lawrence has degrees from the University of British Columbia & the National University of Singapore & worked in higher education, policy analysis, recruitment & career development. Having lived in 5 countries, he now resides in Calgary where he assists LHL students & graduates navigate their new careers.
Paula Iglesias 🔻

Senior Accountant

I'm from Buenos Aires, Argentina, and have over 6 years of experience as an accountant and more than 12 in the financial field. My obsession is accuracy and structuring financial processes. I love to sing silly songs about everything I do.
Stephanie 🔻

VP, Social Impact and Global Partnerships

Stephanie has 15 yrs of experience working in the non-profit organization management industry. Her areas of focus have been in Career Development, Business Planning, Coaching, and Grant Funding. She's also a graduate from Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology and loves animals.
Francis 🔻

Web Instructor

Francis has been creating and working as a web developer, a teacher, and consultant. He loves to explain complex concepts and problems in a simple way and explore new ways to interact with the user. He's currently working as a Twitch extension developer and as a freelance full stack developer.
Andy 🔻

Web Instructor

Andy spent almost 20 years working in logistics and supply chain before becoming a developer. The switch to a career in tech was an easy choice when he discovered a passion for coding, algorithms, and continuous learning. When he’s not working on the next big thing, he is working on his other passion: be
Chetna 🔻

Sr. Manager, Student Success

Chetna passionately believes that small acts can make a big difference and uses this philosophy to guide her work. Her degree in anthropology paired with her administrative skills makes her a great addition to the education sector. She loves encouraging people and eating poutine.
Adriana 🔻

Sr. Manager, Employment Partnerships

Adriana has over six years' experience combined between the Education, Human Resources and Marketing sector. For the past five years, she has been in the Private Education sector and most recently in a role as a Career Advisor at a Private Career College in Vancouver.
Sherman 🔻

Head of Naptime

Sherman is part puppy, part sleepy-head, part nut-job. When Sherman isn't napping under Shaki's desk, you'll find him running around and eating garbage. His most important role is to remind us not to take ourselves too seriously.
Josh Borts 🔻

Founder & CFO/CPO

Owner of software development company Functional Imperative. Previously Josh operated a crabbing vessel in Iceland but unfortunately was deported to Canada after his work visa expired. He has reapplied but Iceland has yet to respond.
Khurram Virani 🔻

Founder & CTO

Khurram Virani has over 17 years of software experience. Aside from leading the technology team at Lighthouse and advising other tech startups, Khurram loves to geek out about open source software, the future of education and work, and the impact of generative AI on each of these.
Jeremy Shaki 🔻

Founder & CEO

A Montreal native, Concordia University Poli Sci graduate and former Director of Marketing at Sugar Media; Jeremy is very well versed in Marketing and Brand Strategies, Operational Structures, and Staffing, and has been applying those skills to his first love. Education.

Simon Dawkins 🔻

Data Science Instructor

Lead Data Science Instructor

Simon studied Music Performance at UVic and Audio Engineering at dBs Berlin before making a switch into data science. He loves learning just about as much as helping others learn, and spend his spare energy on cooking, org mode, and modern Cuban music.
Lovemore Jokonya 🔻

Web Instructor

After helping a few startups build their products as a Full Stack Developer, Lovemore is now back at lighthouse labs to help mentor new students and help them get entry into their careers. In his spare time Lovemore is playing with his daughter, and writing songs.
Sam Boylan 🔻

Data Science Instructor

Samuel is a Computer Scientist & Statistician that loves researching cutting-edge techniques in Machine Learning, Data Science, & Algorithmic Trading and teaching it in practical ways. Samuel focuses on inspiring his students to learn transformative technology.
Eric Elmoznino 🔻

Data Science Instructor

Eric is a computer engineer and cognitive scientist interested in AI. He has experience working in industry on computer vision applications in the past, and currently does research in academia, using tools from data science to understand the human brain and the neural code behind it.
Andrew Berry 🔻

Data Science and Data For HR Instructor

Data Analytics Instructor

Andrew is a passionate data science educator; he enjoys imparting data science knowledge to the students he teaches and always pushing to discover new ways to deliver content. In his spare time, he is the host of The Pandemic Job Hunt podcast and is also an avid yoga practitioner!
Socorro Dominguez 🔻

Data Science Mentor

Socorro is a Data Science Consultant for University of Wisconsin and a firm believer that we need a society literate in Data. Passionate about education, Socorro teaches at LHL and UBC Extended Learning. She enjoys helping students find their own EUREKA moment!
Cheng Shi 🔻

Web Instructor

Cheng is a software developer and also a graduate of Lighthouse Labs in 2018. He has been working for a FinTech company since then and is primarily experienced in open source language. He spends his spare time teaching web development and enjoys helping students get into web development world.
Alvin Li 🔻

Data Analytics Instructor

Data Analytics Instructor

Loves all things data analytics and statistics. Recently moved to Calgary and his new favourite thing to do is to hike the mountains with his golden retriever, Bailey.
Gary Jipp 🔻

Web Instructor

With degrees in both Mechanical & Chemical Engineering, Gary went on to a career spanning 4 decades in Software Development working both at Big Tech and as the co-founder of several very successful companies. Gary brings his OCD and his passion for teaching and terrible joke skills to Lighthouse
Mark Cassar 🔻

Data Science Instructor

Mark began his career as a physicist and spent 10 years in science publishing before transitioning to the world of data science. He likes the challenge of breaking down complex topics into simple to understand concepts and practices, which is why he now enjoys teaching full-time.
Sandeep 🔻

Web Instructor

A Lighthouse grad, Sandeep works as a Development Lead for a Calgary-based startup. He holds a Bachelor’s in Business (with Distinction) but decided to pursue his childhood passion of coding. Based in Downtown Toronto, he loves to spend his spare time with his daughter & playing video games (PS4)
David Halpin 🔻

Web Instructor

An LHL alumni turned instructor, David enjoys helping new students with their trickier issues and sharing his love for all things code.
Eithar Alfatih 🔻

Data Science Instructor

Eithar is a Data Scientist who transitioned from Engineering by finishing a master in Data Science from UBC. She moved to Vancouver three years ago from Sudan and has been very excited about BC outdoors. Water sports are on the list!
Garrett 🔻

Web Instructor

Garrett is a full-time software engineer and part-time educator in Vancouver. If he's not doing that, he'll be reading, napping, or training a dog who is smarter than he is. He's not sure why your code isn't working, but he's happy to have a look.
Stephen Franks 🔻

Cybersecurity Instructor

Cyber Security Instructor

Stephen is a graduate of 25+ years of teaching and industry experience in computer systems, networks and security. He is passionate about security and can bring any topic to life!
Laura Franks 🔻

Cybersecurity Instructor

Cyber Security Instructor

Laura is a consummate professional who can connect theory and practical learning to real life. She has 25+ years in the industries with a BA Psychology, B Ed., and Masters of Computer Security.
Rajeev Sobti 🔻

Instructor

Cyber Security Instructor

Dr. Rajeev is a dynamic educationist with an experience of more than 20 years. His expertise entails areas like Network Security and System Architecture. His research interest includes Cryptography, Cryptanalysis of Hash functions and Performance analysis.
Nirjhar Banik 🔻

Instructor

Cyber Security Instructor

Nirjhar Banik has been a Software Test Engineer, Certified Ethical Hacker, and dedicated security researcher for over 5 years. He's won several Hall of Fame awards and honours from multiple organizations all over the world for reporting security flaws in their products.
Soheil Nazem 🔻

Instructor

Cyber Security Instructor

Soheil is a Cybersecurity Senior consultant with focus on IoT systems and cybersecurity in industries with a wide range of work experiences in different industries as a technical consultant, auditor and/or standard compliances. He has a passion for increasing cybersecurity awareness and teaching.
Ali El-Kassas 🔻

Data Science Instructor

Ali is a Data scientist with a passion for teaching. He has divided his career so far between working as a Data Scientist at private firms, and as an instructor at various coding schools. If you don't find him teaching in class, you’ll probably find him designing apps for fun.
Usama Salim 🔻

Data Science Instructor

Usama is a Data Scientist with experience in using statistical machine learning models to predict outcomes using data as well as building ETL pipelines to expedite workflow. He is very knowledgeable and helpful in teaching and answering questions in all things Data Science.
Sabyasachi Dasgupta 🔻

Data Science Instructor

Sabya is a passionate, results-driven technologist with 10+ years experience delivering impactful data & analytics transformations & products. Sabya holds a Ph.D.in Theoretical Physics and has done 4+ yrs research in Computation Physics, AIML applications. He loves solving high value problems using data.
Dominic 🔻

Web and Intro to Web Instructor

Instructor

After graduating in CS, Dominic co-founded Visicom Media. As an entrepreneur he devoted himself to build and market the company platform for over 10 years. Today, as an instructor and mentor, his purpose is to transfer his passion, knowledge, and experience to a new generation of developers.
Marie Gallagher 🔻

Data Analytics Instructor

Data Analytics Instructor

I think that leveraging data is a great opportunity to support decision-making in a fast growing environment. I am interested in the business world, particularly when it comes to strategy, new technologies, business intelligence and analytics, which can help companies to grow.
Vasiliy 🔻

Web Instructor

Web Instructor

After graduating from Lighthouse Labs in 2017, Vasily worked in house on the LHL development team before moving on to learn different technologies. Now Vasily is back as both and instructor and mentor where he has found a passion for teaching and helping students reach their goals.
Khurram Virani 🔻

Web Instructor

Founder & CTO

Khurram Virani has over 17 years of software experience. Aside from leading the technology team at Lighthouse and advising other tech startups, Khurram loves to geek out about open source software, the future of education and work, and the impact of generative AI on each of these.
James Cash 🔻

Web Instructor

Lean Pixel

James is a Co-Founder and Lead Developer at Lean Pixel. In addition to his expertise in both Web and iOS development, James also competes in various powerlifting & strongman competitions and events throughout Canada. You wouldn't want to mess with this developer.
Alvin Ng 🔻

Front End Fundamentals Instructor

Intro to Javascript Instructor

Alvin has had a wide range of careers from a car salesman to liquor auditor - But he's always had a passion for building things and after he graduated from LHL he was hooked. Outside of the office, he could be found playing ultimate, softball or boxing. He is level 3 first aid certified.
Mark Zsombor 🔻

Intro to Web and Front End Fundamentals Instructor

Mark made a switch from Chemistry to Coding with the help of LHL and now fills his days hunting & squashing bugs, then creating new ones in an endless cycle. He's a strong proponent of the importance of digital literacy and personal improvement. When not coding he's an avid gamer and enjoys hiking.
Lindy DeCoste 🔻

Instructor

Data Analytics Instructor

Leveraging 10 years of pension data analytics experience as a qualified Actuary, Lindy DeCoste brings a unique skillset and perspective to her role as technical writer and instructor of the Data Analytics for Sales Leadership course.
Marwan Kashef 🔻

Data Analytics and Data For HR Instructor

Data Analytics Instructor

With over 5 years of planning, building and launching solutions for clients, Marwan recently completed completed his Masters of Management in AI to help people in both Data Analytics and Data Science.
Nano Johns 🔻

Web Mentor

Nano is one of Lighthouse Labs's more sought after mentors. Only working occasionally, he brings a smile to every student's face.
Laura Penstone 🔻

Intro to Web Instructor

Laura completed a degree in mechanical engineering before attending Lighthouse. Since completing the web bootcamp, she has been working full time as a developer at TunnelBear. She enjoys every aspect of web projects, from UI design to development.
Larry 🔻

Mentor

Rubber Duck Debugging Co.

Although Larry never says a word, he is one of our most helpful mentors. Outside of coding, he enjoys unwinding with a nice bubble bath.
Maybe You...? 🔻

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We’re always on the hunt for the brightest tech minds. This is your chance to take your experience as a developer and Pay It Forward to the next generation of coders. We’re looking for people who are passionate about great code, teaching, and community. If that sounds like you, we'd love to meet you!

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