BEST IN OTTAWA - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Founder
- Member of the Best in Ottawa Team
- Staff Writer
Alioune Faye, founder of a boutique marketing agency, loves to learn about new cultures and add unique experiences to his repertoire, proven by his portfolio of 30 countries traveled. Still, Alioune believes there's nothing quite like his hometown. He spends his time expanding his connections and finding new adventures in Ottawa.
Job Titles:
- Contributing Editor
- Member of the Best in Ottawa Team
- General News Reporter for the Algonquin Times
A Journalism graduate of the Algonquin College of Applied Arts and Technology in Ottawa, Haiqa Khattak has worked as a General News Reporter for the Algonquin Times and Glue Magazine. She also takes on content writing gigs, dabbling into industries like health, lifestyle, nutrition, gadgets, and technology sectors.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Best in Ottawa Team
- Staff Writer
Inna Romanii moved to Ottawa from her hometown Ukraine over a year ago to advance her career in digital marketing.
She quickly fell in love with her vibrant and dynamic life in the city, wholeheartedly considering it her home. For Inna, Ottawa is a place where her professional skills and personal passions align.
What she loves the most about Ottawa is its community spirit, motivating her to engage in volunteer work with the Children's Aid Foundation of Ottawa where she contributes to the fabric of the city she so loves and cherishes.
Job Titles:
- Contributing Editor
- Member of the Best in Ottawa Team
- Writer
Jane Pinzhoffer is a writer based in Ontario, Canada. She spent the last nine years writing content for print publications and corporate websites. Although Jane has dipped her toes into a wide array of subjects, she gravitates towards travel writing, exploring new places and sharing her experiences.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Best in Ottawa Team
- Staff Writer
Mrinmayi Sawant is a marketing professional living and working in Ottawa. She's passionate about continuous learning and innovation, allowing her to excel in dynamic marketing environments.
Mrinmayi is committed to achieving a balanced lifestyle. When not at work, she enjoys exploring Ottawa and its cultural offerings. Her favorite pastime is walking along the Rideau Canal, sipping on a cappuccino from the best coffee shops in the area.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Best in Ottawa Team
- Staff Writer
Taufiq Ul Haque earned a Master of Business Administration degree in Marketing from the North South University in Dhaka. He recently moved to Ottawa, where he works as a digital marketing specialist for businesses in the capital. Taufiq loves staying up-to-date on digital trends and consumer behavior, which helps him excel in his profession and fuels his interest in exploring Ottawa. When he's not working, he dives deep into Ottawa's commercial scene to try out new services, connect with providers, and share his discoveries in BestinOttawa.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Best in Ottawa Team
- Staff Writer
Teaghan has a Bachelor's in Language Interpretation and Translation from the University of Ottawa. Aside from being one of our reviewers, she also serves as a junior writer and editor at the Government of Canada. When she's not writing, you'll find her sipping espresso or scouring thrift shops for bargains!
Job Titles:
- Member of the Best in Ottawa Team
- Staff Writer
A digital marketer by profession, Vitaliy Deputat is known by businesses in the National Capital Region as a go-to for content creation, SEO, and advertising services. Vitaliy also values his local community and believes in fostering a thriving local economy, which drives him to collect and share information about local providers to enrich the lives of his fellow Ottawans.