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About Us

Volunteering to Share, Learn, and Grow

OPMMA is a non-profit run by volunteers who work toward holding events, providing networking, and supporting mentorship. Led by the President, the Leadership Team ensures the values and principles of our mission are upheld while delivering on our promise to help product professionals share, learn, and grow. To become part of our leadership team, Contact Us

ProductCamp 2023 volunteers

Our Mission

The Ottawa Product Management & Marketing Association is committed to elevating the expertise of product-focused professionals in Canada’s National Capital region and promoting these capabilities globally. Through a variety of “share-learn-grow” activities, including networking events, workshops, and our mentorship program, OPMMA provides opportunities to start, inspire, and grow careers in Product Management, Product Marketing, and related fields. A non-profit, inclusive volunteer organization, OPMMA celebrates and encourages diversity among its leadership team and participants.

Meet The Team

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Andrew Faulkner

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Co-Founder & President

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Michael Lalonde

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Chief Operations Officer (COO)

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Deena Shanghavi

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Mentorship Coordinator

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Sara Shouldice

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Website Manager & Editor 

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Hala Hawa

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Chief Product Officer (CPO) & ProductCamp Organizer

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Mo Elbadri

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Chief Technology Officer

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Zahra Lofti

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Executive Assistant

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Nousha Safahani

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Social Media Manager

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Bergen Wilde

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Chief Marketing Officer (CMO)

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Justin Wah Kan

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Mentorship Coordinator

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Maede Jam

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Web Content Manager

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Get Involved

Want to Get Involved? 

Become a Group Member 

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It’s easy, and it’s free!

When you register, we’ll update you on the latest news and upcoming events.

  • Network

  • Gain experience

  • Build your profile

  • Meet Product leaders

  • Find new employment opportunities

  • Share and compare ideas beyond just your work colleagues

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Volunteer

OPMMA would not exist if it weren't for its active volunteers.

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OPMMA volunteers aren’t expected to make a life-long commitment nor do you have to be a practicing Product Manager or Marketer. Anyone passionate about being involved is welcome.

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  • Join the leadership team

  • Share resources with our members via LinkedIn and events

  • Volunteer as a guest speaker at an event 

  • Share your feedback from the last meeting by writing your meeting review to share

  • Sponsor OPMMA

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