Meet the Members of the Women in APEGA Advisory Group
The Women in APEGA Advisory Group comprises representatives from across the province who work in academia and industry. This dedicated group meets regularly to assess APEGA's diversity initiatives and discuss other organizations' successful strategies.
Professional Members
Lisa Hall, P.Eng.
Chair
Lisa Hall started her advocacy for industry inclusivity as a University of Alberta student, on the very first Women in Engineering Dean's Task Force. As a working professional, her passion grew as she advocated for the Women in Scholarship, Engineering, Science, and Technology (WISEST) program, promoting it for Northern Alberta students. But she feels one of her biggest impacts has been through judging APEGA science fairs, volunteering for Science Nights, and supporting and mentoring girls and young women who are considering a science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) career—by touring them through her facilities, showing them options in a variety of STEM trades and professions, discussing their goals, and supporting their ambitions.
Lisa graduated with a B.Sc. in Chemical Engineering specializing in computer process control at the University of Alberta, and she has extensive technical and management experience in the pulp manufacturing sector through roles in leadership, operations, engineering, and capital projects. Throughout her career in the pulp industry, she has advocated for and seen change as diversity and inclusion initiatives have modified the industry’s approach to networking and career growth.
Lisa is excited to be involved with the Women in APEGA Advisory Group. She knows that real change requires hard work, advocacy, and education to foster active participation. Lisa believes it's important to keep moving the goalposts forward on this continuous journey.
Heather Kennedy, P.Eng., FCAE
Past Chair
Heather Kennedy is proud to have been an engineer for more than 40 years. She believes that creating the right climate for young women to see engineering for the world-changing career that it can be and supporting women engineers as they embark on and have rewarding careers will make the engineering and geoscience field and our country better. Like many of us, she is learning about diversity and inclusion and how to be a better leader, partner, and global citizen.
Heather has had a diverse career in the resource sector with executive roles at Suncor Energy and the Alberta Energy Regulator and an extended secondment to the Government of Alberta. Heather is currently a corporate director and continues to contribute to not-for-profit and community-based organizations, as she has done for the past 30 years.
Edie Bates, P.Eng., MBA, PMP, CCP
Member-at-Large
Edie Bates is the Director of Facilities & Asset Integrity Programs at Enbridge, where she has dedicated over 25 years to various technical and leadership roles in engineering, project management, construction, controls, safety and reliability, and supply chain. As a professional engineer and executive leader, Edie is passionate about fostering opportunities and inclusion for women in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM).
Throughout her career, Edie has been a mentor and advocate, passionate about inspiring the next generation of leaders. She has chaired Enbridge’s FEMINEN employee resource group and United Way campaign. She also volunteers with 1000Women4STEM, WISEST, and the APEGA Science Olympics. She is dedicated to supporting the development and retention of female talent and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion within the industry and society.
John Cockbill, P.Geo.
Member-at-Large
John Cockbill graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Science in Geology. Following graduation, he developed his technical skills and operations experience with a junior E&P in Calgary, prior to moving to Shell in 2013. John has over 18 years of experience in technical and leadership roles supporting development of shale gas and coalbed methane. He is currently the Groundbirch Development Manager for Shell in Calgary and proud to be a part of the value chain supporting LNG Canada.
Having the privilege to be a part of diverse and inclusive teams, John has been strongly influenced by his experiences and the relationships he’s built. He is passionate about championing equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) efforts and providing equal opportunities for all individuals to thrive. He is an active member of the Shell EDI council and is excited for the next step in his personal growth journey supporting the Women in APEGA Advisory Group in advancing its objectives.
Lisa Doyle, M.Sc. Geologist
Member-at-Large
Lisa Doyle earned her master’s degree in geology from the University of Calgary in 2006. She began her career as an exploration geologist in oil and gas. After an extended parenting break she returned as a consultant before pivoting to a data science role in telecommunications, where she integrated machine-learning models into business workflows. She has since returned to her geological roots and now works at the Alberta Energy Regulator.
Lisa is a passionate advocate for non-linear career paths and the value of diverse teams. She volunteers with GeoWomen of Calgary, where she co-created a datathon that helped a broader range of participants build data skills. Through Women In APEGA, she hopes to champion clear, supported on-ramps for women to enter, re-enter, and advance in geoscience and engineering at any stage of life.
Raman Gill, P.Eng.
Member-at-Large
Raman Gill is a Chemical Engineer with nine years of experience in the upstream oil and gas industry and management consulting. Her career has spanned various roles including reservoir engineering, project management, and business development. Currently, she serves as Vice President of Corporate Development at Apar Energy, a private oil and gas company based in Calgary. As well, she is pursuing a dual MBA at Cornell University and Queen's University.
Raman is passionate about advancing women in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), energy, and business. She has actively supported this mission through her involvement over the years with organizations such as the STEM Innovation Academy, Young Women in Energy, and the Calgary Petroleum Club. From 2019 to 2023, she founded and led a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering young girls to explore diverse opportunities in STEM while fostering leadership and business acumen skills from an early age. Raman has been committed to creating opportunities for young women to explore and thrive in these fields and is looking forward to continuing this important work with the Women in APEGA Advisory Group.
Samantha Jones, P.Eng.
Member-at-Large
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Samantha has been volunteering on APEGA’s Peace Region branch for 5+ years and is currently in the role of Vice-Chair. It is her passion to promote diversity in the branch and with new aspiring engineers. She promotes APEGA's 30 by 30 mandate in all aspects, in both outreach and member events. Samantha is a Regional Electrical Engineer at DRAX. She is also a DEI/EDI rep within her organization and work towards promoting diversity within the profession and bringing awareness towards equity.
Nancy Manchak, P.Eng.
Member-at-Large
Jennifer Mercer, P.Eng.
Member-at-Large
Jennifer is a senior engineering leader and transformation coach with over two decades of experience spanning operations, maintenance, capital projects, and talent strategy in industrial manufacturing. She has led large-scale teams and initiatives in both technical and corporate environments, with a strong focus on inclusion, mentorship, and professional development. As a committed advocate for women in STEM, she has also organized youth leadership conferences, mentored women in trades and engineering, and championed diversity programs across Alberta's engineering sector.
Jacqui
Mmono, E.I.T.
Member-at-Large
Jacqui Mmono is a Process Engineer-in-Training with a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from Queen’s University (2010) and has nearly eight years of experience in the oil and gas industry. She has contributed to various projects, including facility expansions, upgrades, and tie-ins, all while pursuing a passion for the fitness industry. This has allowed her to focus on what she loves most: inspiring and empowering people from all backgrounds to lead healthy and fulfilling lives. As well, Jacqui is deeply committed to empowering women, particularly in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields. She strives to serve as a role model, demonstrating that women and the minorities can thrive and succeed in these industries.
Jacqui is excited to be a part of the Women in APEGA Advisory Group, where she can contribute to shaping the future of women in engineering. This role allows her to actively engage with others who share the same passion for creating a more inclusive and supportive environment for women in STEM. She looks forward to fostering discussions, supporting new initiatives, and providing guidance to women pursing careers in STEM fields.
Juliane Ruck, P.Eng.
Member-at-Large
Photo coming soon.
Juliane has volunteered with the APEGA Lethbridge Branch for 3 years, 2 of them as Secretary. She has a passion for EDI work, especially in helping women to pursue a career and balanced their home life. Juliane is the Transportation Operations Manager at The City of Lethbridge. She has been part of several DEI initiatives at her current workplace, including founding a Lean In Circle, and has partaken in several training initiatives as a trainer or trainee. She wants to continue to be a strong advocate for women in STEM and engineering.
Connor Scheu, P.Eng. (he/him)
Member-at-Large
Connor Scheu is a Renewable Energy Engineer who has experience with energy transition and international development projects across six continents.
Connor is a Métis engineer and member of the Engineers Canada Indigenous Advisory Committee (formerly the Equitable Participation in Engineering Committee). Connor is a passionate champion of allyship and intersectionality within professional inclusion initiatives. Connor strives to support inclusion at the workplace, provincial, and national levels. His hope is to help engineers take a leadership role and leverage their ethic of societal service to advance gender parity on all fronts.