Greg Stirling,
Borderless World Productions Video Productions

After earning a Business degree from Arizona State University Greg launched into the world of business by managing a province wide weekly magazine and later starting a full service printing facility which became a leader in the market. He also honed his marketing and production skills, working on a variety of regional and national consulting tenures with print and broadcast companies. Arriving on the West Coast in 1998, Greg attended the renowned Vancouver Film School , and immediately was immersed in the film and video world. His time behind the camera has led him to swim with Great White sharks off Australia and delve deep into the Amazon Jungle for documentary and short-feature films. Since 2001 hes devoted his energy to helping Corporate clients develop innovative solutions to business through the use of Video and Film. Working with clients such as HSBC, Social Venture Partners, The NTV television network and 180 Business Solutions. When not behind the camera, Greg directs his energies to the passions of his life: family, Scuba, and mountain biking.

David James,
Borderless World Productions Video Productions

Grew up in surrey, started making films at age 10. I like to write, direct shoot edit and score my own films. I like to write music too.

Dr. Don Grant & Associates

1981-1984 Premed at Simon Fraser University
1984-1988 Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College
1988 Doctor of Chiropractic
1996 Certified Chiropractic Extremity Practitioner

Member in good standing of:

• BC College of Chiropractors
• BC Chiropractic Association
• British Columbia Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College Alumni
• International College of Applied Kinesiology - USA Division
• International College of Applied Kinesiology - Canada Division

I have hundreds of hours in post graduate education including craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation therapy, acupuncture, nutrition, and applied kinesiology.

I enjoy projects of all kinds from home improvements to restoring old cars. I also enjoy my time at Cultus Lake and flying.

Born in Vancouver in 1953 and has been my home since. I have a beautiful wife and a soon to be chiropractic son.

Stefan Sigalet
Dr. Don Grant & Associates Chiropractic Support

Stefan is a graduate from Western States Chiropractic College in Portland Oregon. He graduated in 2005 and has been practicing in Burnaby, B.C since. He did his undergraduate study at Simon Fraser University.

Ferg Hawke
Physical Training, Nutrition Consultant

To understand the caliber of Ferg Hawke the man and the quality of his athletic accomplishments, one should consider the stress of organizing and preparing for these strenuous feats as well as the physical and emotional demands and, usually, distress that endurance athletes have to contend with.

Ferg is an affable, self-effacing family man who has so many friends that they clamor to be a part of his racing crew, despite the potential for their own meltdown.

His racing resume includes sub 10 hour Ironman Triathlon finishes and a top three finish at the Ultraman World Championships in Hawaii. However, it is in the sport of ultrarunning that his name has become synonymous with talent and toughness. He was the winner of the inaugural Eagle 100 miler, one of Canadas toughest trail runs. In the world-renowned classic multi-stage Marathon des Sables, held in the Moroccan desert, his eighth place performance was the highest ever by a North American. Amazingly he has managed to even top that in taking on the 216kms Badwater Death Valley run, which, given the temperatures and climbs is considered by many to be the worlds toughest road race. Ferg has twice placed second overall to two of the worlds very best and it took uberultrarunner Dean Karnazes and a new course record by seven-time Western States winner Scott Jurek to beat him.

There is no doubt this Canadian has arrived on the world stage in his chosen sport and in doing so he has destroyed the previous National record for the course.

Despite being well into the masters division, Fergs entry into the 2006 event has put all challengers on notice that things could get really hot on what is possibly his final run to the Mt. Whitney finish line.

With total admiration and awe Steve King

Pomarex Solutions Inc.
Web Communications

Matt O'Donnell
President

Matt's business acumen comes from a combination of real world experience and the theoretical knowledge provided by a degree from Simon Fraser University. These resources have helped Pomarex Solutions to better understand the business requirements of our clients, as well as to develop new ideas. Matt also brings 5 years of programming experience to the table, giving him the expertise required to co-ordinate the web- and desktop-based application development cycles.

Adam Pucek,
CTO

Adam has many years of industry experience under his belt, and has developed unparalleled skills as a network administrator and technician. He handles on-site service and remote management, and manages the preventative maintenance packages that Pomarex provides. Adam's expertise in the field of IT is extensive and varied, and he is instrumental in allowing Pomarex Solutions to offer such a wide range of products and services.

Tony Gozra
Personal Trainer

Hello, my name is Tony Gozra. I am Matt & Stephs personal trainer and have been working with them to get in tip-top shape for their incredible journey. I have been the owner of my own personal training company (One on One personal training) here in Vancouver for 10 years.

Before that, I spent 3 1/2 years in England playing Division 3 soccer and getting my certification in Human Performance. I am very much an outdoors person and love running and playing sports.

That is why this cause is very important to me in order to help preserve the beautiful world we all live in. I will continue to keep Matt & Steph physically strong, so they can achieve their goals and bring awareness and ACTION to all!

Good luck guys!!!

Lesley Diana
The Promotion People
Founder, President and Publicist

Lesley Diana has a diverse career that includes television producing and hosting a talk show. As owner of a Western Canadian retail chain, she was a finalist in the national Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Awards. Lesley is also the author of a national published book.

For the past 12 years, Lesley has been a publicist for numerous clients including Rampage Entertainment, Keystone Entertainment and Gray Matter FX. For the publicly traded firm Skinvisible, she conducted interviews with Dr. Christiaan Barnaard, Lord Anthony St, John (British House of Lords) and coordinated European and North American media coverage. She has produced many feature film Electronic Press Kits for use on television including Entertainment Tonight and Access Hollywood featuring actors Rodney Dangerfield, Jerry Stiller, Brooke Shields, Peter Coyote, Wendy Crewson, Oscar nominee Abagail Breslin, Malcolm McDowell, Joe Lando, Kevin Zegers, Kevin Dillon and Tom Green.

The Promotion People has expanded working with Canadas busiest actors including, Emmanuelle Vaugier, Fred Ewanuick, Gabrielle Miller, Terry Chen, Michael Eklund, Sonya Salomaa and many more. Her clients have graced the covers of Maxim, Enroute, Flare, Dolce Vita, Modern Dog and Femme Fatal. Lesley also works with television hosts Fiona Forbes and Michael Eckford, of the award winning national entertainment show Urban Rush.

lesley@thepromotionpeople.ca

Tanya Tweten
The Promotion People
Publicist

Tanya Tweten comes from a well-educated background with 7 years of experience in the arts and entertainment industry. Internationally travelled, musically trained and educated in public relations and business, Tanya has become an advocate in combining business with the arts.

She has worked with some of Canadas top entertainment talent agencies, including S.L. Feldman and Associates and The Characters Talent Agency. Her experience in understanding the creative process as an artist, along with her work experience in business has enabled her to truly find that her best talents lie in publicity.

Tanya has a passion to promote talented people and help take their careers to the next level. She believes that having the drive, a creative and business mind, along with a true passion for what you love, is just the starting point to creating long term success for your clients and business.

tanya@thepromotionpeople.com

Michelin Tait

Michelin, a native of Vancouver, completed her formal education at Simon Fraser University. An avid runner, she continued her journey of lifelong adventure and learning through extensive periods as teacher, wife, mother, nana of two beautiful grandsons, world traveler and committed charity worker. She has personally witnessed the growing stresses being inflicted on our environment, through a lifetime of traveling and living abroad. She now resides in Hong Kong.

Laura Shanahan

For over 15 years now I have either been working with schools and community groups helping them to raise money or helping to train and manage sales teams. I have enjoyed both immensely and now my pleasure comes from raising 2 beautiful little girls. Having kids gives the phrase lets leave the world a better place for the next generation so I am delighted to be involved with this amazing group of people.

Frank M. Lee, CGA

Certified General Accountant since 1971. Previously have served on United Way selection committees, SPCA board, CGA Chapter positions, Private School position and member of Rotary Club of Saanich. Have run not for profit manpower programs for challenged groups. Principal of Frank M. Lee, CGA public accounting practice: a small accounting practice catering to a broad spectrum of clients from non for profit societies, government agencies reporting, small to medium size business', tax consulting personal/corporate and general accounting, including foundations, trusts, committeeships - construction, service, professional and individual work. Married to Jane for 39.4166 years, three adult children, Vanessa, CGA, Justin, Senior Loans Officer, Jennifer, Professional House Mum, Three Grand Kids. One Dog, Sinchia.

Brenda Shelton

My working career has spanned many industries but in the last few years I have worked mainly in the health field. Through work and my own personal challenges, I have been able to see first-hand how our environment effects our health and vice-versa. Over the years I have changed my light bulbs, lowered my gas consumption and have made other small changes. The challenge for me right now is to see how I can step that up to the next level and volunteering with this project is a big step towards that. The convictions of Matt and Steph to do the same (but on a much larger scale) make me proud to be a part of this team. By making a few little changes, we can all make a difference!

Nancy Kwan

Nancy Kwan, a native of Vancouver, graduated from the University of BC with a BA in Psychology (Arts Co-op option) and has taken courses in project management. She has a varied work background doing project management, management and business process improvement consulting, accounting, executive administration, retail management, communications, marketing and business development. Nancy has worked in a variety of industries which include the provincial and federal government, non-profit, big box retail, a crown corporation, shipping, software solutions, post secondary education and organizational behaviour and development in the telecommunications and financial service industries. She currently works in the Aritzia head office as a Product Operations Analyst.

Nancy loves to stay fit and active. In the fall, she plays on a competitive Richmond womens select level soccer team, a dodgeball team and a volleyball team. In the spring, she plays softball on a womens fastpitch team and a mixed slowpitch team. She also likes to play tennis, go hiking and attend aerobics, kickboxing and dance classes in between her sports. Nancys other hobbies include cooking, watching reality tv and fashion she recently took a fashion illustration and sewing class.

Nancy is also currently volunteering with the SOS Childrens Village which supports foster children as well as Volunteer Richmond.

Cynthia Khoo

Cynthia is an undergraduate student at the University of British Columbia, completing a B.A. in Honours English. She has worked as a Communications Assistant at WorkSafeBC as part of the UBC Arts Co-op Program, and is doing her 2007-08 school year on exchange in Lyon, France. Cynthia is interested in the fields of publishing, writing, editing, journalism, media relations, and marketing, and continually finds ways to add to her experience in each of them. The passion she has for reading and writing is matched only by her dedication to the Brazilian martial art capoeira, which she has practiced since 2005.

Adam Hill

Adam was born in Vancouver, BC and is currently attending a Broadcast Journalism Program in London, Ontario at Fanshawe College. He can be heard voicing newscasts on (www.1069fm.ca) and the weekly Saturday night hockey show on (www.fanshawemedia.ca) He is glad to be representing the Run for One Planet Facebook group.

Rebecca Li

Rebecca Li is a UBC graduate student, with a concentration in Finance. Throughout her undergraduate years, she has worked in retail, banking, and the restaurant industry. What she enjoys most about her work experience is the satisfaction of helping others, whether it’s completing a financial transaction or helping them select the perfect outfit. Her volunteer history involves working with the CIBC Run for the Cure in raising money for breast cancer research, and non-profit organizations such as the B.C. Special Olympics. She has also volunteered at a call center for the B.C. Provincial Election Campaign, in addition to acting as a scrutineer on election day. Her future aspirations include pursuing her passions, launching her own business and traveling the world at least once. In her leisure time, she enjoys jogging, watching horror flicks, shopping and eating sushi.

Duncan Bays

Originally from Cochrane, Alberta, Duncan is a second year B.Sc. student at UBC majoring in Cognitive Systems. His motivation to encourage people to live sustainably started in high school when he was part of a sustainable development initiative that raised over $35,000 to install solar panels on the schools roof in order to reduce its carbon footprint. Since then, Duncan has been eager to become a part of Vancouvers sustainable living movement. Once he finishes University, he hopes to forge a career as a management consultant and, ultimately, start his own business. When he is not studying, Duncan divides his time between the UBC varsity track and field team and attending some of the many UBC musical theatre performances.

Mao Murakami

Mao Murakami is an international student from Japan, currently studying International Relations at the University of British Columbia. She has work/volunteer experience in event planning, public speaking and project support, and loves working with people! Outside of school and work, she enjoys cooking, dancing and nail art. She has become more conscious about environmental issues in the recent years, and has been trying to make changes to her lifestyle, including taking environmental actions and encouraging others to do the same. With her love for food and the environment, she is super excited to be part of the Run for One Planet team!

Lindsay Gardner

Lindsay recently graduated with a political science degree from UBC, with a specialization in environmental policy. She currently works on climate change programs at a non-profit sustainability organization in Vancouver. In her spare time, Lindsay loves to get outside and go cycling, sailing, and play ultimate and softball.

Jerry Ewen

Jerry Ewen is the founder of the U-Win Institute. The U-Win Institute is dedicated to creating supportive, productive and sustainable communities for business, health and education. For more than 20 years, Jerry has been helping people create winning lifestyles for themselves, their organization and the planet through keynotes, and interactive large group events. He utilizes the power of laughter, play and fun to build team, enhance camaraderie and create inspiring environments where everyone wins.

Jerry also serves as a CEO of Playfair Canada and International Director of Playfair Inc. , an organization that touches the lives of 100,000 people each year and is committed to empowering individuals with a sense of self-worth, social ease and active community spirit. For education, Playfair is the most popular community-building event in North America for first-year university and college students. Stephanie is a facilitator for Playfair Canada. Jerry’s current goal is to empower sustainable, global community. He’s working with Run for One Planet to promote environmental action and support for the run in universities across Canada.