Nanaimo Arts Council AGM Voting 2025
You are a member in good standing of the Nanaimo Arts Council as of the record date. As such, you are entitled to vote for the election of directors. The results of the election will be announced at our AGM on April 13, 2025.
Election of Directors
There are five individuals standing for election this year. Their bios are included below.
Steve Scott (President)
Steve Scott’s strong creative passion led him to be a Production Designer and Art Director in the TV and Film industry, which he has been part of for almost 28 years. He has procured 68 film credits to his name, and has received a LEO nomination, as well as an Emmy nomination in Art Direction. His film credits are in a wide variety of genres: Drama, Comedy, Horror, and Action/Sci-Fi.
In addition, he has been the creative director/owner of a freelance marketing company for 32 years, where they provide Branding, Marketing and Website Builds for several small and medium international companies and entrepreneurs.
Steve is most happy to provide his business and creative direction skillset to the Nanaimo Art Council, as well as include any connections of his several long-term relationships within both the TV/Film industry, and the business world. The future is brighter when we all come together.
Julie Madden, Secretary, Membership Chair
I grew up in Ontario, where my early passion for the arts was nurtured through formal education and personal exploration. My journey led me to York University, where I studied Fine Arts Cultural Studies. This multidisciplinary education in fine, performing, and new media arts enriched my appreciation and understanding of their cultural significance.
Currently, I serve as the Director of Sales and Marketing for The Harbourview District, where we are undertaking a major project to redevelop Nanaimo’s downtown south end. My role encompasses strategic planning, event management, and community engagement. I find great joy in creating spaces and opportunities for people to connect and thrive, reflecting the transformative power of the arts.
I firmly believe that a thriving arts community is the backbone of any culturally rich and diverse city. Both personally and professionally, I am deeply committed to fostering this in Nanaimo. I am particularly excited about enhancing community engagement, especially among those less familiar with the arts. I am confident that my skills and experiences will contribute significantly to the Nanaimo Arts Council’s mission and activities, helping to nurture and expand our vibrant local arts scene.
Victoria Clements, Director at Large
Victoria has been involved in every aspect of stage and theatre, from acting, dancing, and musical theatre to directing. She’s also held positions as a talent consultant, extra’s casting agent, and runway model instructor. Through a one-day acting job she landed herself a position for 4 years as a writer, producer, director. Since then she he has been writing, producing, directing and casting for commercials and corporate films.
Victoria is concentrating on developing several projects with an eye for Business Development, Events production, and Social Media Marketing & Branding with key people in the Art, Film and Fashion industries, which are her passions.
She established the Victoria Film Industry Network and Events Facebook group, which now has over 6000 members. These sold-out monthly film mixers have proven to be great moral and confidence boosters for those in the film industry, especially after the pandemic. They have resulted in people moving their dreams and careers forward and gaining paid work on local productions.
Using the wealth of Victoria’s experience and connections as an asset, she is a vital and successful part of any team. She looks forward to continuing to contribute to job growth and economic development and supporting this vibrant, talented film community we have built here on beautiful Vancouver Island.
Namrata Verma is an accomplished Business Development Analyst with a robust academic foundation and a diverse professional background. She holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Vancouver Island University and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics (Honors) from Shri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi University.
Throughout her career, Namrata has demonstrated her expertise in economic development, business administration, and research. At the Petroglyph Development Group, the economic development arm of the Snuneymuxw First Nation, she contributed significantly to economic diversification and reconciliation initiatives. Her role as an Operations Analyst further honed her skills in business development, specifically involving Indigenous communities and policy design. In addition to her professional experience, Namrata is proficient in grant and proposal writing, funding related research, and the use of MS Suite, business dashboards, Monday.com, and Canva. She has also served as Treasurer for the Parks Canada Club at Vancouver Island University, showcasing her leadership and organizational skills.
Outside of her professional pursuits, Namrata has a keen interest in the Nanaimo Arts Council. She appreciates the vibrant arts scene in Nanaimo and is eager to contribute to the community’s cultural and artistic initiatives. Her involvement with the Nanaimo Arts Council reflects her dedication to supporting local arts and fostering creative expression within the community.
Bio to come.
Voting
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