Our Executive Team

 

Nikki Morshedi

Nikki Morshedi

Executive Director

Nikki Morshedi is an accomplished leader with over 15 years of experience in Program Management and operations within the aerospace engineering sector. Holding a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science from Queen’s University and a PMP certificate, Nikki has consistently driven strategic initiatives and ensured operational excellence throughout her career. Formerly VP of Operations for an aerospace engineering firm specializing in safety-critical mission systems, she played a pivotal role in advancing business growth while championing diversity and inclusion. Nikki is deeply committed to supporting and mentoring women in aerospace, advocating for diversity, and fostering a supportive environment for female professionals in the industry.

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Smriti Ahuja

Smriti Ahuja

Program Manager

Smriti Ahuja is an accomplished project management and operations professional with over a decade of experience in the aerospace, aviation, and advanced manufacturing industries. With a strong foundation in Aerospace Engineering and certification as a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM), Smriti has successfully led cross-functional teams, executed complex multi-stakeholder projects, and driven operational efficiencies across technical and organizational environments.
 
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Lara Olajumoke

Lara Olajumoke

Outreach Consultant

Lara Olajumoke is a strategic communications and growth leader with over a decade of experience driving transformative brand, digital, and engagement strategies across sectors, currently serving as Outreach Consultant for Women in Aerospace where she oversees outreach strategy, branding, digital experience, and event development to position WIA as a focal part of Canadian aerospace.
 
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Shelby Jessiman

Shelby Jessiman

Volunteer Lead West Coast

Shelby Jessiman is a Project Manager in Strategic Planning at De Havilland Aircraft of Canada, where she leads enterprise-level initiatives in mergers and acquisitions, product strategy, and organizational transformation. She is currently pursuing a Master of Business Administration at the University of Calgary and brings over a decade of experience in the manufacturing industry, with a strong foundation in Occupational Health and Safety.
 
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Sarah Ghazi

Sarah Ghazi

Volunteer Lead East Coast

Sarah is an enthusiastic Aerospace professional working for MDA where she currently assists with the Lunar Gateway program for NASA. Her passion for Aerospace heightened when she joined Bombardier in 2019 to work in the supplier compliance team in the role of overseeing a number of suppliers for the manufacturing of Global 7500 high-speed business jets.
 
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Calida Lara

Calida Lara

Volunteer – Book Club Lead

Calida Lara is a highly experienced professional with 29 years in the aviation and aerospace industry, specializing in Operations, Sales & Business Development, and Legal Contract & Compliance. Over the course of her career, she has held key roles that have allowed her to bridge the technical and business aspects of the industry, contributing to both operational excellence and strategic growth.
 
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Prabhleen Nar

Prabhleen Nar

Program Coordinator

Prabhleen Nar is a driven individual with a strong academic and professional background in political science, business, and community engagement. Professionally, Prabhleen has gained valuable experience in roles such as an Appeals Officer at the Canada Revenue Agency, Legislative Assistant at the Office of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario,
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Meet Our Directors