Meet the Team
Business Development
Blair Keating
Western Canada + Western USA
Phone: 587-899-7355
Email: blairk@tourismcalgary.com
Favourite thing to do in Calgary: Enjoy one of Calgary's amazing craft beers while "pedal pubbing" through the streets of Inglewood.
Sandra Moniz, CAE, CMM, CMP
Eastern Canada
Phone: 905-605-0555
Email: sandram@tourismcalgary.com
Favourite thing to do in Calgary: Visit Studio Bell, a modern building that houses various exhibition galleries, interactive displays, musical instruments, artifacts, and performance & events spaces. It provides visitors with an immersive experience to explore the rich musical heritage of Canada and the world.
Allison Collins
Ottawa
Phone: 613-323-0910
Email: allisonc@tourismcalgary.com
Favourite thing to do in Calgary: Experience 360° panoramic views of the city, prairies and majestic Rocky Mountains from the iconic Calgary Tower.
Kyla Knudson
Eastern USA
Phone: 703-969-4738
Email: kylak@tourismcalgary.com
Favourite things to do in Calgary: Take in the impressive public art downtown, like "Wonderland" at Bow Tower, the heritage buildings on Stephen Avenue, and the striking Peace Bridge spanning the Bow River, then head to 17th Avenue to enjoy some of Calgary's dining hotspots.
Karen Carini
Southwestern/Southern USA
Phone: 404-355-9976
Email: kcarini@tourismcalgary.com
Favourite thing to do in Calgary: As a live music fan, The Jack Singer Concert Hall, part of Calgary’s Music Mile, is a favorite venue. Whether you are into classical, country, blues, or rock & roll, Calgary’s music scene is happening!
Calgary Champions Program
Fraser Abbott
Business Development Director, Calgary Champions Program
Phone: 587-839-9992
Email: frasera@tourismcalgary.com
Favourite things to do in Calgary: In summer, paddling the Bow River through downtown to Harvey Passage and recharging at one of the city's great restaurants, craft breweries, or patios. In winter, shredding the terrain park at WinSport and stomping the landing with steady beats at one of Calgary's live music venues.
Charleen Sliwon
Business Development Manager, Calgary Champions Program
Phone: 403-863-1989
Email: charleens@tourismcalgary.com
Favourite thing to do in Calgary: Explore all the different Calgary neighbourhoods; each one with different characteristics and history, while acquainting myself with all the local boutique shops!
Sales Operations
Mary-Frances Ryan
Sales Operations Manager
Phone: 403-390-9307
Email: maryfrancesr@tourismcalgary.com
Favourite things to do in Calgary: Take in the beautiful cityscape from Scotsman's Hill, float down the Bow River, and enjoy Calgary's fantastic culinary culture.
Rosevie Taruc
Sales Operations Coordinator
Phone: 250-505-6038
Email: roseviet@tourismcalgary.com
Favourite thing to do in Calgary: Discover new mural art through the Beltline Urban Murals Project and explore hidden food spots and speakeasys.
Event Services, Site Visits, & FAM Tours
Dana Hayes
Event Services Specialist
Destination Experiences and Services
Phone: 403-615-1356
Email: danah@tourismcalgary.com
Favourite thing to do in Calgary: Dig into the local food scene with Alberta Food Tours.
Harumi Yokura
FAM Tours and Site Visits Specialist
Phone: 403-966-5805
Email: harumiy@tourismcalgary.com
Favourite thing to do in Calgary: Check out new cafés and restaurants!
Management
Carson Ackroyd
Senior VP of Sales
Phone: 403-619-7254
Email: carsona@tourismcalgary.com
Favourite things to do in Calgary: Golf at Kananaskis Country Golf Course and watch the Calgary Stampeders football team play on a sunny afternoon.
David Woodward
Executive Director, Meetings & Conventions
Phone: 587-471-1459
Email: davidw@tourismcalgary.com
Favourite things to do in Calgary: Take in a concert at one of the live music venues along Music Mile or grab a pint at one of the dozens of craft breweries in our amazing city.