TechAlliance of Southwestern Ontario is proud to announce new appointments to its Board of Directors, welcoming exceptional leaders from the region’s innovation community who bring diverse expertise and perspectives to advance TechAlliance’s mission to fuel Canada’s innovation economy.
Meaghan Daly, President of Forward Vision Games has been elected Vice Chair of the Board. A seasoned entrepreneur and former Senior Equity Trader on Bay Street, Daly leads a financial simulation gaming company that teaches essential financial skills across high schools, post-secondary institutions, and training programs in four provinces. With experience spanning gaming, fintech, and social innovation, Daly brings a passion for financial inclusion, economic reconciliation, and advancing the economic agency of women.
Joining Daly on the Executive Committee of the Board is Alysia Christiaen, elected Secretary. Christiaen is a Partner and Chief Brand and Strategy Officer at Lerners LLP and the Founder of Children-Free Women in the Workplace (CFW2). With more than a decade of experience in privacy, data, and information security, she guides organizations in preparing policies, training, and impact assessments, while helping them navigate compliance and breach management. Her advocacy background and expertise in privacy law make her a critical voice in advancing responsible innovation across Ontario.
TechAlliance is also thrilled to welcome three new Directors to its Board. Jeff Evans, Chief Executive Officer of Doom Turtle and Owner of Mana Lounge, is an entrepreneur and video game developer with more than 20 years in the industry. After founding Tiny Titan Studios, which produced 11 mobile games and achieved more than 25 million organic downloads before its acquisition, Evans continues to contribute to the global gaming community while growing London’s thriving local developer ecosystem.
Kim Atkinson, Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Foundery, brings a people-centred approach to business, communications, and digital strategy. With expertise in strategic planning, brand development, and digital transformation, she has guided clients across industries while actively mentoring and supporting London’s business community. Her leadership reflects both operational excellence and a deep commitment to nurturing innovation locally.
Daniel Hart, Co-Founder and President of EV Angels, brings over 20 years of entrepreneurial experience in technology and real estate innovation. As the former CEO of two Dubai-based PropTech companies acquired by OLX/Prosus, Hart has proven expertise in scaling technology ventures. Today, he channels that experience into supporting Canadian founders in EV, automotive technology, and artificial intelligence, with a strong focus on sustainability and systems-based growth.
I am thrilled to welcome accomplished industry leaders to TechAlliance’s Board of Directors, including the appointments of a new Secretary and Vice Chair. Meaghan, Alysia, Jeff, Kim, and Daniel each bring distinct expertise and a shared commitment to strengthening our innovation economy. Their leadership will help drive our vision of doubling down as one Canada’s top tech ecosystems, ensuring founders, innovators, and scaling companies have the support they need to commercialize novel innovation, win in their market categories, and advance Canada’s GDP.
I’m excited to welcome Meaghan as Vice Chair, Alysia as Secretary, and our new Directors Jeff, Kim, and Daniel. Together, we will continue to champion founders, accelerate venture growth, and reinforce our region’s position as a dynamic and future-thinking tech ecosystem.