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Meet the STEAM Team
Angela Lawlor
Angela Lawlor is the CEO of STEAM PEI and has over 25 years of experience in the tech and consulting world. With a Masters in Health Informatics and extensive experience building and leading teams, she is passionate about helping individuals meet their potential by creating a supportive environment where people feel empowered to explore, take risks and grow.
Angela is passionate about inspiring future generations to pursue opportunities in STEAM and is excited to build upon Amber’s vision and mission. Having worked with youth through her volunteerism, she looks forward to expanding STEAM PEI’s programming and service offerings, ensuring that all Island children have the same access and exposure to the possibilities that exist within STEAM.
Amber Jadis
Amber Jadis was the beloved founder and CEO of STEAM PEI, as well as an inspiration to countless young minds. A Professional Engineer with over 15 years of experience in Electrical Engineering Consulting for the construction industry, Amber earned her MBA in 2010 and eagerly forged her own entrepreneurial path.
Growing up in a family of educators, Amber always understood the importance of learning and combined her love of science, technology, engineering, and math with her natural talent for teaching. She dedicated herself to offering engaging courses for students of all ages, with a special passion for encouraging young people—especially girls and Indigenous students—to explore education and careers in STEAM fields.
Amber resided on Abegweit First Nation in Scotchfort, where she remained deeply connected to her community. Her vision, passion, and kindness left a lasting legacy, and her impact will continue to be felt through the many lives she touched.
Kimberly Wishart Chu Foon
Dr Kimberly Wishart Chu Foon is the Director of Partnership Development and Climate Science Specialist with STEAM PEI. Kimberly has a PhD in Environmental Science at UPEI and has conducted and published research on social network analysis and the effectiveness of organization networks in conservation spaces. She has over 5 years of experience working on collaborative projects within small island communities which have focused on conservation, sustainability, environmental education and climate resilience and adaptability.
Kimberly always had an avid interest in outreach and environmental education. When she worked as a Conservation Officer in her home country (Trinidad and Tobago), one aspect she enjoyed the most was being able to share her knowledge and experiences with youth. She believes it’s important to establish meaningful connections between young people and their natural environment.
Haifa Vernet Augustin
Haifa Vernet Augustin is STEAM PEI’s Director of French Programs. Haifa has an engineering/architecture education from Haiti with a number of years working in the field and has previously worked here on PEI managing programs for the Carrefour de l’Isle-Saint-Jean for a couple years prior to coming to STEAM PEI.
Haifa enjoys discovering the sciences behind EVERYTHING, from little details in everyday life to big events.
Phoenix Horrocks
Phoenix Horrocks is STEAM PEI’s Director of English Programs. She has a Masters in Educational Psychology and has taken a wide variety of STEM courses with minors in math and physics. She has experience educating students from preschool to university ages, with an emphasis on inquiry-based approaches and fostering curiosity. She has published papers on impacts of social support and motivation on STEM students’ well-being and academic success; consequences of emotion regulation in STEM degree programs; and effects of teacher-student relationships on teacher motivation and well-being.
Phoenix is currently on maternity leave, embracing the joys and challenges of life with her baby daughter.
Yvan Cheung Chin Yan
Yvan is our Bilingual Sustainable Energy Educational Facilitator and Makerspace Manager. He is fluent in English, French, and Creole. With a background in sustainable design engineering, he has a unique way to convey intricate ideas in a clear and engaging manner. He tailors his approach to meet the specific needs of his audience, whether it is students, professionals, or the community. Yvan loves to sketch, design, and build. If you’re curious about exploring these hands-on technologies, Yvan is the person to connect with!
Emily Wood
Emily is our Director of Special Programs, her educational background includes a BA in Criminology and Child Psychology and an Early Childhood Education Diploma. She’s been working in various roles throughout the education system across the maritimes and has spent years as an Entrepreneur creating education programs, event planning, and community building. Emily has a passion for STEAM education rooted in her childhood on a PEI dairy farm and loves to encourage curiosity and knowledge building in others.
Makena Marshall
Makena is STEAM PEI’s Marketing Coordinator and Bilingual Educational Facilitator. She has an undergraduate degree from McGill University in environmental studies and geography and has also studied in web design and digital marketing. She has worked with kids as a swim instructor and through various volunteering roles. STEAM is the perfect place to mesh her educational background, her experience with kids, and her desire to create a better world. She hopes to instill curiosity and confidence in the next generation through her work at STEAM.
Jaime Waite
Jaime is our Education Coordinator at STEAM PEI, bringing a diverse background in science education, accessibility, program development, Mi’kmaq culture, trades work, and outdoor learning. With a strong commitment to inclusivity, Jaime is dedicated to creating engaging environments where individuals are encouraged to challenge themselves, broaden their perspectives, and deepen their understanding of both themselves and the world we are a part of. Jaime is excited to join and contribute to the STEAM PEI team, particularly in the areas of climate science, geology, traditional knowledge, and community-based learning. She is inspired by STEAM’s ambitions and looks forward to fostering collaboration and helping to create educational experiences that energize and empower all participants.
Ja’far Alnazer
Ja’far is our Office and Retail Manager at STEAM PEI. Currently pursuing dual MBAs in Artificial Intelligence, Business Intelligence and Data Analysis, he brings over five years of experience in leadership, sales, supply chain, and data analysis across sectors including GMP manufacturing, retail, technology, and e-commerce. He is a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt professional, and a Certified Scrum Master.
Sarah Power
Sarah is an Education Facilitator at Ulnooweg Education Centre, and has been supporting STEAM PEI programs since joining the team in 2022, thanks to a partnership between both organizations. With a BA in English and an Ontario Advanced Diploma in Museum Studies, Sarah not only helps put the “A” in STEAM, but also brings experience in creating fun and exciting activities and programs that engage as well as educate. Sarah loves to learn alongside (and from!) participants in STEAM PEI Programs, and tries to impart that joy and passion for knowledge with everyone!
Georgia Potter Fraser
Georgia is an Education Facilitator at Ulnooweg Education Centre, and has been supporting STEAM PEI programs since joining the team in May of 2023. With a unique B.A in Diversity and Social Justice Studies earned at UPEI, she is passionate about inclusive education, Mi’kmaq culture and traditional learning, and her cats, Karo and Nitro. She has created an arts curriculum for Indigenous students grades 4-6 that lends itself to previous passions mentioned. She has networked, organized, and designed the creation of a High School Academic Credit course for Indigenous students, alongside her supervisor, Sarah. Georgia travels with Sarah frequently to deliver educational STEAM sessions with different Indigenous youth groups. Georgia believes that two-eyed seeing is fundamental in a STEAM setting, and employs it in her lessons.
Aurora Ryder
Aurora is a returning STEAM Education Facilitator with a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a specialization in Video Game Programming. She is a born Islander with a passion for STEAM, who loves Art and Technology in equal measure. She is a lifelong learner who is passionate about increasing digital literacy and accessibility for folks of all ages, a strong advocate for members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, and a firm believer in the power of community and positive role models. She adores children and is looking forward to meeting and learning with everyone!
Krishna Thaker
Krishna is a Bilingual Education Facilitator with academic training in bioscience technology and biotechnology from Holland College and University of Prince Edward Island. She is really passionate about bringing sciences to the limelight as a fun and accessible tool for daily life. After working as a research scientist assistant for some years, she realized that science has a stronger personality than being in the lab. Coming from a french speaking country, Krishna considers the ability to communicate sciences in various forms a privilege that should be shared to foster a strong bond in the science community.
