Board Members, 2022-2024
NIMET MANJI, President
NIMET MANJI is an investment and wealth advisor at RBC Dominion Securities. Her work extends beyond investment advice as she addresses her clients’ concerns related to their financial, retirement and estate planning goals. Nimet earned her Bachelor of Commerce from University of Calgary specializing in Marketing and Finance. She has her Certified Financial Planner designation, Financial Management Advisor certification, Professional Financial Planning certificate, Registered Retirement Consultant designation and has completed the Canadian Securities Course. Nimet is an active volunteer of the Ismaili Community and teaches financial literacy classes for Junior Achievement. She has also volunteered with the Girls Guides Association. She served as a mentor and as First Vice President at BPW Calgary.
ANETA POPA, First Vice President
ANETA POPA is a Team Lead and an Employment Specialist with the Calgary Catholic Immigration Society. As an employment specialist, she assists professionals launch the career they desire and secure the job they need. Aneta is passionate about empowering new Canadians to accelerate their future success and support them to become thriving members of Canadian society. Aneta earned her Bachelor’s degree in General Business from the Athlone Institute of Technology in Ireland. She is also a Certified Career Strategist. Aneta serves the greater Calgary community through her volunteer efforts with not-for-profit organizations such as Calgary Seniors’ Resource Society and Salvation Army. When she is not at work, Aneta enjoys exercising, hiking, and spending time with family and friends.
SHARON IRVINE, Immediate Past President
SHARON IRVINE is an accomplished leader in Human Resources and assists organizations with critical transformation. She has been the Manager of Total Rewards at the Calgary Stampede and obtained her BBA in Human Resources from the University of New Brunswick and her Change Management Certificate from Mount Royal University. She has also completed Board Governance training at Bow Valley College. Sharon served as President of BPW Calgary (2018-2020) after serving as First Vice-President. When she is not working or volunteering Sharon enjoys spending time in the mountains, whether it’s skiing in winter or hiking in summer, as well as exploring all that Calgary and area has to offer with her son & family.
TANIA SANDOVAL, VP Membership
TANIA SANDOVAL is an independent business advisor specializing in customer acquisition strategies using digital channels. She is focused on innovation and makes use of digital tools to improve management and implementation processes to identify solutions for her clients. Tania has contributed extensively in the growth of small companies. With digital customer experience expectations at an all time new high, Tania has increased her own business by up to 50% per month. Her target is mainly the Hispanic market with businesses in Canada, United States of America, Spain and Mexico. Tania obtained her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing and Related Support Services from the Jannette Klein University of Mexico City. She earned her Master’s Degree at IEBS Digital Business School in Barcelona, Spain specializing in Marketing, Sales, Digital Strategy Management as well as Community Management, Company 4.0 and Social Media. Tania has also acquired a Diploma in Marketing Management from the Rey Juan Carlos University of Spain. She has been a member of BPW Calgary and an active volunteer with the Calgary Seniors’ Resource Association.
HILARY FRASER, Vice President Communications
HILARY FRASER has recently accepted a position at RBC as a Career Launch Associate after earning a Bachelor of Arts degree with a double major in Political Science and International Development Studies from Dalhousie University. She spent a semester at University of Malta as part of her Study Abroad Program and explored Europe while making global connections. Hilary attended the National Sports School (NSS) and was a high-performance athlete competing nationally and internationally in synchronized swimming for 11 years. At NSS, she participated in the Speaker’s Bureau to share her experiences with young students and to promote participation in sports. Hilary also co- founded the Dalhousie Running Club and finished off with a half marathon. As a high school student, Hilary was awarded the school’s Citizenship Award. Outside of work, she is an avid runner, hiker, skier and fly fisher. Hilary was born and raised in Calgary.
IMMA DIKE-SHITTU, Treasurer
Imma Dike-Shittu is a Chartered Professional Accountant and Director at Beacon Accounting Services. She earned her Masters in Business Administration from University of Lagos and has over 15 years of experience as a Management Accountant. Imma’s work experience has included operational, reporting, financial analysis and consolidation for public companies with revenue in excess of $100M. She has extensive experience with varied industries, including construction, technology, oil and gas, transport, retail services and not-for-profit. Imma has briefly worked internationally in public practice auditing various organizations. Imma is a dedicated volunteer and has contributed her professional expertise to local and global organizations such as Rotary International, Salvation Army, Lightning Strikes Toastmaster and Calgary Immigrant Women’s Association.
ARTI SINGH-KUMAR , Secretary
ARTI SINGH-KUMAR is a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant and a Licensed Commissioner For Oaths who is currently employed as a legal administrative assistant at Gowling WLG an international law firm. Arti’s areas of experience include Corporate, Oil and Gas, Wills and Estates, as well as Immigration. She has a strong background in research, development of contracts, and preparation of legal cases. Arti graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Arts degree focused on South Asian Studies. She earned her certificate in Immigration Laws, Policies and Procedures at University of British Columbia. Arti has been an instructor at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT). She is a graduate of SAIT where she was granted her legal assistant diploma with honours almost two decades ago.
ANNA MAZUR, Chairperson – Mentorship
ANNA MAZUR is a Program Coordinator for “Computer Training for Integration and Community Engagement” at the Calgary Catholic Immigrant Society. She has previously been a Program Coordinator for “Employment Preparation and Computer Training For Employment” also. Anna earned her Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business and Marketing from Silesian School of Economics and Languages in Poland. She is a Human Resources Professional and has participated in BPW Calgary’s Mentorship Program as a Mentor. Her background includes over ten years in multiple HR functions, including recruiting and selection, evaluation, HR administration, employee on-boarding, relocation as well as learning and development. Anna also possesses over thirteen years of experience in international conference planning and event management. She has previously served as Vice President of Membership at BPW Calgary.
DAWN NASON, Chairperson – Nominations
Vacancies:
Chairperson, Programs; Chairperson, Resolutions; Social Media Committee Members. Email President@bpwcalgary.com to express your interest.