Executive Board
President, IDGI-BC
Associate Campus Dean, Academic
New York Institute of Technology, Vancouver
Vice-President, IDGI-BC
Neil Mort has worked in B.C.’s post-secondary sector for over 30 years and joined Acsenda School of Management in 2017. He has expertise in higher education administration and international education, helping to launch two B.C. institutions. Neil served on the boards of BCCIE and BCCAT and was founding Chair of the Private Degree-Granting Institutions Association. He holds a Doctorate of Education, an MBA, a Master of Arts, and a BA in International Relations.
President
Ascenda School of Management
Treasurer, IDGI-BC
Maika Tshimbalanga is an advocate for educational equity with 20+ years supporting underrepresented students. As Senior Director of Enrollment and Student Success at City University Canada, she leads recruitment, student support, and campus belonging initiatives. Passionate about mentorship, advocacy, and collaboration, Maika works beyond CityU to advance equity and social justice. She believes education empowers students to succeed and impact their communities positively.
Senior Director of Enrollment & Student Success
City University in Canada
Secretary, IDGI-BC
Komil Mamajanov is the Vice-President of Strategic Development at University Canada West (UCW). He leads the growth and innovation initiatives of the university. With over 15 years of experience in international Higher education globally through working in leadership roles at institutions in UK, Germany, Singapore, US and Canada as well as online.He is passionate about innovation, technology, and social impact in education. He is also a frequent speaker and presenter at various industry events and seminars.
Vice President, Strategic Development
University Canada West
Dr. Jamie Kemp is Chief Academic Officer at LaSalle College Vancouver. She was previously Professor and Interim Chief Academic Officer at Quest University Canada. Jamie holds a Ph.D. in Art History and Visual Studies and began teaching at the University of Victoria. She won the Andy Farquharson Teaching Excellence Award and was honored with Codex Kemp, a 16th-century manuscript named after her.
Chief Academic Officer
LaSalle College Vancouver
Mark Chiarello is COO of Fairleigh Dickinson University Vancouver, leading campus administration. He brings 20+ years in post-secondary education with expertise in marketing, business development, recruitment, and international education. Mark previously worked at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, BCIT, and Vancouver Community College in leadership roles across business, global relations, and academic departments.
Chief Operating Officer
Fairleigh Dickinson University, Vancouver
Daren Hancott brings strategic vision and operational expertise to his role as Chief Operating Officer at Western Community College. With decades of experience in higher education leadership, Daren focuses on institutional growth, academic quality, and sustainable operations. His collaborative leadership style fosters innovation and cross-functional teamwork, ensuring that WCC continues to evolve and thrive in a competitive educational landscape.
Chief Operating Officer
Western Community College