Moderator
So proud to be involved the BEACON Conference 2026 in such an integral way – as Moderator to the all-female panel featuring three absolute powerhouses.
So grateful to help facilitate these pivotal conversations, and to be an integral part of representation.
This is what is means to be part of something larger. This is #MarketingThatMatters
Musu Kanu Taylor-Lewis
BEACON CONFERENCE PANELIST
PRESIDENT & CEO, FOOD FOR THE HUNGRY
Over 20 years in the non-profit and public sectors bringing experience in program operations, research, communications, international cooperation, public relations, fundraising and organizational development.
Nume Dada
BEACON CONFERENCE PANELIST
VP, FINANCIAL SERVICES SECTOR
Strategic VP in business analysis and program management with 8+ years delivering transformative, high-stakes initiatives across Fortune 500 companies in the investment banking, fintech, and insurance Industries.
Fiona Umoh
BEACON CONFERENCE PANELIST
HEAD OF TOTAL REWARDS, RECIPE UNLTD
Leading compensation, benefits, and workforce analytics strategy across major brands including Swiss Chalet, Harvey’s, and Olive Garden, working at the intersection of business strategy, financial outcomes, and employee experience.
A Transformational Leader
Director of Marketing
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Leading team of two, built in-house marketing function from the ground up and drove an unprecedented 35% increase in student acquisition within the first 12 months.
Marketing Manager
CLOUD-BASED SAAS SOLUTION PROVIDER
Leading team of three, worked in matrixed organization, strategic marketing lead working cross-functionally to support such brands as Hockey Canada, Imperial Oil, Angi (formerly Angi’s List).
MarComm Manager
INDUSTRY LEADING ECOMMERCE
Leading team of three, transformed marketing function into data-driven strategic business unit. Leveraged millions of datapoints to drive 500% growth and set industry records.
Marketing & Publicity Officer
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Revitalization of publicly funded project, formulating strategic alliances with other educational instutions to promote nationally, with project ultimately being rolled nationwide out as industry best practice.
Impact In the Community
EmpowerHERto
WORKSHOP FACILITATOR
Inspired by this youth-focused nonprofit whose mission is to equip young women of color with the knowledge, alliances, and audacity to redefine their power deeply inspires me, I am looking forward to partnering with EmpowHERto as they plan to deliver transformational events in the months ahead.
Coming 2026
Simcoe Hall Settlement House
BOARD OF DIRECTORS (MARKETING)
Putting my deep passion for community service, inclusion, and positive social impact to work in support of the incredible work of this legacy organization. Shaping the future of Simcoe Hall Settlement House providing governance, strategic oversight, and expertise
to help strengthen the organization and advance its mission.
This 90-year organization has an incredibly rich history and today is the second largest foodbank in the Durham Region, in addition to providing numerous community-focused services.
Black Graduate Business Network
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & ALUMNI RELATIONS
My work at the BGBN at Schulich Business School involves helping the organization to form a coalition of black students and alumni for the purpose of diversity and representation, as well as partnering with firms to increase the diversity of their talent pipeline.
The York University TD Community Engagement Centre
COMMUNITY LIAISON
I worked in collaboration with the organization on events designed to connect senior students with first-hand insights into post-secondary life, helping to empower young people and create meaningful impact in our communities.
Children and Youth Dance Theatre
BOARD OF DIRECTORS (MARKETING)
My work with this non-profit dance academy spanned the gamut of branding, communications, brand awareness, community engagement, and member acquisition.
Established in 1993 as a labor of love for, CYDT is dedicated to nurturing and developing the dance talents of children and youth between the ages of 2 – 15yrs who are socially, culturally and financially marginalized.
More Than Child’s Play
CHAIRPERSON OF THE BOARD
A Family Resource Centre that has been providing support for the underserved community of Parkdale. The mission is to provide programming and support for children ages 0-6 years old in order to help improve the lives of families in our community.
Marketing That Matters 