The Team

After graduating from Engineering at UBC, Katie worked in pulp and paper and then management with Procter & Gamble.

Melanie Fontaine brings to KAST passion, skill and deep commitment to benefit the Kootenay science and tech communities. Melanie is excited to lead the KAST team, creating relationships across the region and bringing renewed energy to programs, both current and future, for KAST.

Sam Farrell combines his deep background in business and entrepreneurship with his personal passion for science and technology to maximize the potential of the East Kootenays.