Meet our team

The Dream Team

Our consultants are the best and brightest in their respective fields with experience in over 20 low and middle-income countries. Our team includes PhDs, physicians, nurses, public and population health professionals, communication experts, and designers from globally-recognized institutions.

Brandy Svendson
Brandy Svendson

CEO, Creative Director, Co-Founder

Dr. Natalie Chan
Dr. Natalie Chan

President, Research Director, Co-founder

Annalise Burdett
Annalise Burdett

VP of Projects and Client Experience

Stephanie Busch
Stephanie Busch

Research Team Lead

Roberto Hernandez
Roberto Hernandez

Developer Team Lead

Celia Chung
Celia Chung

Senior Communications Designer

Jenny Corlett
Jenny Corlett

Marketing and Communications Lead

Barkha Chhugani
Barkha Chhugani

Junior Project Manager

Sadie Stephenson
Sadie Stephenson

Researcher and Project Coordinator

Joel Hart
Joel Hart

Web Developer

Yejin Eun
Yejin Eun

Communications Designer

Alejandra Moya
Alejandra Moya

Financial Administrator

Ange Cullen
Ange Cullen

Senior Researcher and Project Manager

Alma Tabareh
Alma Tabareh

Designer

Joya Banerjee
Joya Banerjee

Senior Gender Advisor

Caitlin Padgett
Caitlin Padgett

Drug Policy Specialist

Emily Cooper
Emily Cooper

Photographer and Illustrator

Annalise Burdett

Annalise Burdett

VP of Projects and Client Experience

Certifications

Project Management Institute – Associate of Project Management

Media Workshops & College – Film & Media Production

Indigenous Canada course

Bio

An accredited Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) Ⓡ with an extensive background in creative production, strategy-driven project management, and engagement initiatives, Annalise steers and propels each of our projects from concept to completion.

 

As VP of Projects and Client Experience at Be the Change Group, Annalise brings over a decade of experience in creative production, strategy-driven project management, and media management to our team. She plays a pivotal role in guiding projects from concept to completion, enhancing client experiences, and leading project roadmapping. Serving as the key connection between our clients and internal teams, she ensures clear communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

 

Drawing on her extensive training and experience in film production, broadcast journalism, public relations, marketing, and engagement strategy, Annalise excels at anticipating and addressing client needs, delivering creative and effective solutions. She is committed to making a positive impact and continuously strives for growth as both a professional and an individual. Annalise holds a Diploma in Film Production from Vancouver Film School and an Associate Certificate in Marketing Management, Public Relations, and Broadcast Media Communications from the British Columbia Institute of Technology. She is also a Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)Ⓡ, demonstrating her commitment to maintaining and enhancing her project management skills.