Meet Our Members
Explore the women working across food, beverage and hospitality in British Columbia, including our current and emerita members. Search by name or use the category filter to browse.
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Cassandra J Anderton
Sea Cider Sales Ambassador | Good Life Vancouver Publisher | Freelance Writer & Content Creator | PR, Events & Digital Media Consultant
Cassandra Anderton is a Vancouver-based food, drink and travel writer, broadcaster, and publisher of Good Life Vancouver. She contributes to Vancouver Is Awesome, VITA Magazine and The Growler, covering restaurants, producers, culinary travel and the people behind British Columbia’s food and drink community….
Judith Arcand
Freelance Marketing, Event, Social Media, & Administration professional specializing in super support for small businesses in the Alcohol Beverage Sector + more!
Judy spent 8 years as the B.C./Yukon Chapter Director of the Children’s Wish Foundation of Canada before joining Best Buy Canada as part of their Marketing & Promotions team. In 2004, she transitioned into the Alcohol Beverage industry, undertaking a variety of dynamic regional and national Marketing and Event roles with top Canadian agencies, the Mark Anthony Group, Select Wines & Spirits, and the Andrew Peller Import Agency….
Rossana Ascencio-Figueroa
Chef, Encanto Culinary Services
Isabel Chung
Isabel is a passionate culinarian who believes that learning should never stop. In her current role as Executive Chef of Fairmont Chateau Whistler, she oversees the creative and strategic initiatives of all culinary operations of the 528-room luxury landmark resort including the Grill Room, the Wildflower Restaurant; the Mallard Lounge, Portobello Market & Fresh Bakery, The Chalet, offering alpine cuisine throughout the winter season, and The Clubhouse, as well as In Room Dining and Banquets.
Barbara Coates
Executive Director
Barbara Coates brings over 40 years of professional experience in both the broadcast and non-profit industries to her volunteer work with Les Dames, as well as a passion for all things gastronomic….
Karen Dar Woon
Owner/Chef
Karen is the creative force behind Your Secret Chef personal chef services. Leading cooking and food preservation workshops in community and other spaces, Karen is strengthening neighbourhood resilience and capacity, one mouthful at a time….
Leeann Froese
Owner, Town Hall Brands
Agency Co-Owner, Strategist, and Industry Leader
Leeann Froese, co-owner of Town Hall Brands, has spent more than two decades leading marketing and public relations efforts for companies around the globe. Recognized as one of the “10 Women in PR That Lead, Inspire and Build Successful Brands” by Women in Public Relations North America and one of “Five Women Leaders Helping Wineries to Be Successful” by Wine Industry Advisor, Leeann’s contributions have made a significant impact in the PR and wine industries….
