why Spur?

Hilary is a multi-award-winning communication and engagement strategist, with a decade of industry experience. She has a knack for designing thought-provoking campaigns and facilitating constructive community dialogue.

Hilary specializes in public sector communication and engagement. She has worked with all levels of government on diverse and progressive initiatives across the health, education, infrastructure and transportation sectors.

A recovering perfectionist, extrovert and empath, Hilary’s got the skills to bring diverse perspectives to the table, with great results.

With a decade of experience, Natalie is a student of stories: how they inform, persuade, and connect us. She is passionate about unearthing compelling narratives that inspire positive action.

Natalie has designed and led high-impact communication and marketing campaigns for community groups in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, to one of the largest charities in North America. She approaches her work with curiosity, tenacity and strategic sensibility.

A champion for justice, equity and social change, she believes the best results come from an inclusive and collaborative process.

Dhaneva is an innovative and driven communications and engagement professional. Over the last 15 years she has helped drive funding and policy changes, created awareness on important issues and driven meaningful action across Canada.

She is a highly motivated professional who seeks out initiatives that aim to create more equitable and resilient communities by connecting government, industry, non-profit, community leaders and change-makers to find alignment and inform government policies and legislation.

Kayla is a Project Management Consultant at Spur Communication. A logistical mastermind with a creative flair and passion for cultivating connection, she specializes in leveraging digital tools and her planning expertise to produce events and initiatives that promote engagement.

Kayla has over six years of professional communication, event management and project management experience, and holds a Diploma in Public Relations from Kwantlen Polytechnic University. She has planned and produced over 30 digital productions, large-scale events, town halls, corporate videos and conference calls. Her ability to connect individuals to their organization, one another and their personal purpose has won her corporate awards and recognition.

Emma is a seasoned communication professional with 10 years of experience helping businesses and organizations establish and nurture meaningful, lasting relationships with their stakeholders. With a portfolio of work supporting both the public and private sectors, Emma offers a unique lens on the nuanced needs and perspectives of varied and diverse audiences.

With expertise in strategic communication, stakeholder engagement, crisis communication and social media strategy, Emma is a trusted advisor to clients and a proven project manager. Passionate about city-building, Emma has provided strategic counsel to arts and culture organizations, government programs, small businesses and non-profit initiatives including, among others, the City of Calgary, the National Music Centre, Women in Communications & Technology, Westland Insurance, and Sobeys Inc.