Association Management
Dave Earle
President & CEO
Dave is responsible for the overall management and direction of BCTA, in consultation with the Executive Committee and Board of Directors. He promotes the interests and image of members and the trucking industry to governments, the business community and the public.
Policy & Communications
Cory Paterson
Vice President
Cory directs the development of BCTA policies, including analyzing and advancing Board positions, consulting with members and working with various government departments and agencies to clarify government policies and advocate changes. He also assists members with enquiries about motor carrier rules and regulations.
Samira Hosseina
Policy Analyst
Samira researches and writes briefing notes; prepares, conducts and analyzes surveys; and works with BCTA committees to develop policy positions and recommendations to advance BCTA government advocacy on behalf of members and the industry at large. She also responds to member inquiries about regulatory matters and provides support in the development of policy-related content and updates for the Bulletin and website.
Manuel Ekpini
Policy Analyst
Manuel researches and writes briefing notes; prepares, conducts and analyzes surveys; and works with BCTA committees to develop policy positions and recommendations to advance BCTA government advocacy on behalf of members and the industry at large. He also responds to member inquiries about regulatory matters and provides support in the development of policy-related content and updates for the Bulletin and website.
Jas Purewal
Communications Specialist
Jas researches and writes the weekly Bulletin, website content, editorials, media releases, brochures, letters and annual reports. She is responsible for maintenance of the website and communicates for BCTA on our LinkedIn account and on Twitter as @BCTruckingAssoc and Facebook, @TruckingBC.
Programs & Services, Events & Training
Michele Nicol
Director of Business Operations
Michele manages BCTA's financial, business and administrative affairs, including our value-added programs and services for members. She oversees BCTA products, training and events, including the Annual General Meeting and Management Conference.
Sandra Stashuk
Member Services Coordinator
Sandra organizes all BCTA day conferences, courses, seminars and workshops, including registrations. She coordinates BCTA events, such as the AGM & Management Conference, Golf Tournament, Spring Dinner and Christmas Party. Sandra processes BCTA memberships and maintains the databases that facilitate BCTA member communications.
Sharon Hansen
Port Pass Coordinator
Sharon's chief duty is delivery of the Port Pass program, including liaison with ports and terminals and issuing passes to applicants. But she also lends a hand in uploading and mailing out the Bulletin each week and provides graphic design for our publications, announcements and forms as
General Inquiries, Product Sales & Accounting
Jennifer Cameron
Operations Coordinator
Jennifer oversees BCTA’s online Shop and products, program management, accounts receivable and holds other responsibilities that keep the BCTA office running efficiently.
Veena Nanubhai
Accounting Coordinator
Veena's responsibilities include accounting, accounts receivable, accounts payable and other related office duties.
Ashley Greenidge
Receptionist
Ashley is your first point of contact with BCTA. She handles reception and provides support for membership inquiries, routine communications and mailings as well as clerical support to BCTA staff.