Jesse Finkelstein
Co-Chief Executive Officer
Jesse Finkelstein has spent her entire career in books. Prior to co-founding Page Two, Jesse held several management roles at publishing houses, including that of COO of D&M Publishers and associate publisher at Raincoast Books. She holds a master’s degree in publishing from Simon Fraser University and is adjunct professor in publishing at the university. She serves on the board of Creative BC, an organization devoted to supporting the growth of cultural industries.MORELESS
Trena White
Co-Chief Executive Officer
Page Two co-founder Trena White has worked in book publishing for over fifteen years, in various senior roles. She is the former publisher of Douglas & McIntyre and Greystone Books, where she oversaw a list of sixty new books a year, and a non-fiction editor at McClelland & Stewart, now an imprint of Penguin Random House. She holds a master’s degree in publishing from Simon Fraser University and is adjunct professor in publishing at the university.MORELESS
Gabrielle Narsted
Chief Operating Officer
Gabrielle (“Gabi”) Narsted holds a master’s degree in publishing and a bachelor’s degree in English literature. Gabi has applied her strategic thinking on production, printing, and logistics to diverse projects—from a community-building book for the Mastercard Foundation to a children’s book by a Google programmer to bestselling business books by Phil M. Jones.MORELESS
Yaseen Al-Salam
Chief Financial Officer
Yaseen Al-Salam brings over twenty years of finance and tax experience to Page Two. He has worked in both start-up and mature, multi-national corporations. Before that, Yaseen worked in arts administration, specifically supporting the book and magazine publishing industries. He holds a bachelor’s degree in history and Western society and culture from Concordia University in Montreal.MORELESS
Peter Cocking
Creative Director
Considered one of North America’s finest publication designers, Peter Cocking has received over fifty awards for his work, and has lectured on design and typography throughout Canada and the United States. His design experience is wide, ranging from packaging to branding—including hundreds of books. He is also an award-winning professor of design at Emily Carr University of Art + Design.MORELESS
Kendra Ward
Editorial Director
Kendra Ward is an editor of nationally bestselling, award-winning books. She has been editing for almost twenty years, previously in-house at Penguin Random House and the Art Canada Institute. Her education includes pastoral studies at the University of Toronto and a degree in English literature from the University of British Columbia.MORELESS
Rony Ganon
Production Director
Rony Ganon holds degrees in publishing and advanced project management, plus a bachelor’s degree in political science and philosophy from the University of British Columbia. She brings her extensive project management experience to her work at Page Two, where she has managed a wide array of projects—from richly illustrated lifestyle books to #1 bestselling business books.MORELESS
Felicia Quon
Sales Director
Felicia Quon brings over two decades of publishing experience to her role as Sales Director. An expert in the realm of sales, distribution, and marketing, she has previously held leadership positions at Simon & Schuster Canada and HarperCollins Canada. A graduate of the University of British Columbia, Felicia has lectured at the creative book publishing program at The Humber School of Creative and Performing Arts, and at Simon Fraser University’s master of publishing program. She sits on the board of directors of The Festival of Literary Diversity (FOLD).MORELESS
Leslie Bootle
Author Partnerships and Development Lead
A publishing professional with over 15 years of experience, Leslie Bootle is the former interim Executive Director of the Association of Book Publishers of BC. She previously served as Marketing Director at Orca Book Publishers. A University of Victoria graduate, she holds a Master of Publishing from Simon Fraser University, specializing in sales and marketing. Leslie has held leadership roles in various industry organizations, including co-chair of committees and president of the Western Books Reps Association. MORELESS
Adrineh Der-Boghossian
Editorial associate
Adrineh Der-Boghossian brings a range of experience to her role at Page Two, having held communications, writing, and editing roles across the non-profit, media, and education sectors in Canada and abroad. She has edited books for independent authors and publishers such as ECW Press, Emond Publishing, and Penguin Random House Canada, and holds certificates in editing and publishing as well as a master’s degree in communications.MORELESS
Carmen Ho
Project Manager
Carmen Ho has over ten years of experience leading project teams and driving success for authors. Having held senior editorial and management positions with publishers across Asia and North America, she brings diverse and multicultural perspectives to Page Two. She holds a business degree, an MFA in creative writing, and a certificate in publishing. She is also a certified Project Management Professional.MORELESS
Natassja Barry
Project Manager
Natassja (“Tass”) Barry brings a range of experience in sales, marketing and design to Page Two. She has managed bookseller accounts across Western Canada and has led multiple cross-organizational teams, including the Western Book Reps Association, in planning successful digital and in-person events and marketing projects. She holds a master’s degree in publishing and a bachelor’s degree in English literature and management. MORELESS
Mary Mawufemor Denyo
Production Administrator
Mary Mawufemor Denyo holds degrees in publishing from Simon Fraser University and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology. She brings over six years of experience in print production to her role at Page Two. Her experience spans across the realms of publishing and printing, from managing creative publishing projects to implementing efficient client-focused production solutions.MORELESS
Taysia Louie
Senior Designer
Taysia Louie is a graphic designer and a type enthusiast with extensive experience in branding and publication design. She’s been with Page Two since 2017, and holds a bachelor of communication design from Emily Carr University of Art + Design, where she received the John C. Kerr Chancellor’s Award for Excellence.MORELESS
Jennifer Lum
Designer
Jennifer Lum is an award-winning designer with years of experience in publication design. Before joining Page Two, she was a senior designer at Penguin Random House Canada, where she worked on a range of international bestselling and award-winning titles. She has lectured at Sheridan College, the Ontario College of Art and Design, and the University of Toronto. MORELESS
Fiona Lee
Designer
Fiona Lee is a designer with expertise in publication and information design. Before joining Page Two, she worked with a range of organizations, from a health-design studio to a non-profit agency. She holds a bachelor of communication design from Emily Carr University of Art + Design.MORELESS
Cameron McKague
Designer
Cameron McKague is an award-winning designer with considerable experience in editorial and branding design. Before joining Page Two, Cameron was senior designer at several acclaimed studios including Toronto’s Underline Studio and Vancouver’s Hulse and Durrell, where he worked on projects for clients including Google, the International Olympic Committee, Polaris Music Prize, the University of Toronto, Oakville Galleries, Prefix Institute of Contemporary Art, and Inuit Art Quarterly. He holds a bachelor of communication design from Emily Carr University of Art + Design.MORELESS
Leonni Antono
Digital Marketer
Leonni Antono brings strong copywriting, marketing, and graphic design experience to her role as digital marketer, crafting visual and written content and managing advertising campaigns for Page Two’s clients. She holds a BA in English literature from the University of British Columbia and has previously held marketing and design positions at the Vancouver International Film Festival Society and Building Bloq Project.MORELESS
Tessa Eisenberg
Marketing and Communications Specialist
Tessa Eisenberg is a writer, creative strategist, and connector. With fifteen years of experience working in sales, customer service, event planning, not-for-profit management and book publishing, Tessa has made a career out of marketing ideas to remember, events to look out for, products to elevate experience, and people to follow. She holds a BA in English literature and creative writing from Dalhousie University and a publishing certificate from Humber College.MORELESS
Viktoria Skaper
Publicist
Viktoria Skaper brings her unique expertise of influencer marketing to Page Two, having worked on over 300 campaigns and achieving successful product placements, including Jane Goodall’s Birthday Fundraiser, The Marilyn Denis Show, and DownieLive Travels by Train (OMNI TV). She has worked in public relations and media communications for the last five years and takes a results-driven approach to her media efforts. Viktoria holds both a master’s degree and a bachelor’s degree (with distinction) in English literature. MORELESS
Madelaine Manson
Sales Manager
Madelaine Manson brings a range of publishing and sales experience to Page Two, including in sales and business development at Penguin Random House Canada, market development at DocuSign, and ad sales in the magazine industry. She holds a bachelor’s degree in sociology from Carleton University and a publishing certificate from Centennial College.MORELESS
Rachel Seigel
Sales Operations Associate
Rachel Seigel brings over twenty years of combined book industry experience in retail, and educational and library wholesale. Most recently, Rachel was the team lead for Selection Services at Library Services Centre, where she handled print book purchasing for over thirty libraries in juvenile, young adult, and adult fiction/non-fiction, as well as inventory and seasonal catalogue production. Rachel holds a degree in English literature from York University.MORELESS
Chloe Karalash
Sales and Marketing Administrator
Chloe Karalash holds a bachelor’s degree in Advertising from Humber College and a Publishing Certificate from Centennial College. Prior to joining Page Two, she worked as a graphic designer for over five years, specializing in branding, developing marketing initiatives, project management, and package design. Her diverse background encompasses expertise in sales, marketing, and design.MORELESS
Jay Korporal
Office Administrator
Jay Korporal brings a background of office management and event coordination to her role as Office Administrator. Before joining Page Two, Jay worked for five years in a curatorial and administrative role at the West Vancouver Art Museum, taking on a variety of projects and tasks related to exhibitions, publications, and events. She has a bachelor’s degree in art history from the University of British Columbia and an associate’s certificate in graphic design from the British Columbia Institute of Technology.MORELESS
Emily Schultz
Editor
Emily Schultz is an editor and best-selling novelist with twenty years of experience. She has edited over 200 books in a wide range of genres. Books she’s worked on won or were nominated for the Ippys, the Edgars, and the Giller Prize. Emily lives in Brooklyn.MORELESS
James Harbeck
Editor
James Harbeck has been an editor for more than twenty-five years; he has worked with many different writers and clients on a wide variety of subjects and in several different media and genres. James is a long-time, active member of Editors Canada, the professional association for editors in Canada; he has created study material and set test questions for the organization’s professional editorial certification exams and has been on the judging panel for its Tom Fairley Awards for editorial excellence. He is also a well-known, award-winning writer and speaker on language and editing. James has an MA in linguistics and a PhD in theatre history.MORELESS
Scott Steedman
Editor
Scott Steedman is an award-winning editor and writer with thirty years of experience in Canada, France, and the UK. He has worked with clients as varied as the British Museum, Larousse encyclopedias, the Haida Nation, and the Toronto Maple Leafs. He is also a lecturer in the publishing program at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver.MORELESS
Sarah Brohman
Editor
Sarah Brohman is a seasoned editor and book coach specializing in transforming commercial non-fiction and illustrated books into compelling narratives. With over two decades of experience, and leveraging her extensive experience with trade and hybrid publishers, she has guided numerous award-winning projects from concept to publication. Passionate about bringing stories to life, Sarah supports and encourages authors to achieve their creative vision using her professional mantra: curiosity is where good writing begins!MORELESS
Alison Strobel
Proofreader
Alison Strobel is a passionate proofreader who has worked on books for over thirty-five publishers. She has personally proofread more than 150 Page Two titles. She holds a bachelor of arts in English literature (Hons) from the University of British Columbia and a master of publishing from Simon Fraser University.MORELESS
Tina Dietz
Twin Flames Studios
CEO
Tina Dietz is CEO of Twin Flames Studios, an award-winning audio production agency specializing in audiobooks and podcasting for non-fiction authors. She’s worked with leaders in over thirty industries in eight countries, bringing together her experience as a lifelong entrepreneur, therapist, and voice actor to grow thought leaders worth listening to. Tina has been featured in outlets such as Forbes, INC, ABC, and Huffpost.MORELESS
Stephen George
Twin Flames Studios
VP of Publishing
Stephen George has spent his entire career telling other people’s stories. He started his career in journalism both in print and then in broadcast news. He then went on to become a voice actor for corporate and commercial applications. At Twin Flames, he is directly involved with all author-narrated audiobook projects from setting up initial meetings, to directing live recording sessions, to getting books uploaded for purchase. He wants all authors to know that his process is not about perfection… it’s about getting it right; there is a big difference.MORELESS
Samantha Haywood
Transatlantic Agency
President
Samantha Haywood has extensive experience selling authors in North America for publication and TV/film representation. She launched her client list with Transatlantic Agency in 2004 after working in the international rights departments of Random House of Canada Ltd. and WCA Ltd. Samantha represents a diverse and vibrant client list of novelists, memoirists, investigative journalists, graphic novelists, cookbook authors, and thought leaders. Samantha represents international rights for the renowned publisher Drawn & Quarterly. She is also a founding member and former president of the Professional Association of Canadian Literary Agents (PACLA).MORELESS
Evan Brown
Transatlantic Agency
Literary Agent
Evan Brown has more than a decade of publishing experience. He specializes in a wide range of non-fiction, literary fiction, and international translation rights, and has worked with numerous award-winning and bestselling authors. Evan holds an MA in 18th century history and literature and a BA in early modern studies and English.MORELESS
Kaleeg Hainsworth
Legible Publishing Services
CEO
Kaleeg Hainsworth is an experienced publishing and eBook digital publishing professional with over twenty years of industry expertise. Having founded, built, and operated a successful full-service digital publishing firm that offered ebooks, publishing systems, author platforms, short films, and audiobooks, Kaleeg has demonstrated his abilities in both business and technology. His broad experience in digital publishing and his extensive knowledge of the industry have enabled him to effectively navigate the rapidly changing digital publishing landscape.MORELESS
Angela Doll
Legible Publishing Services
COO & CPO
Angela Doll has over thirty years of experience in publishing, digital media, film production, and project management, including complex film projects and multimillion dollar communication campaigns for Fortune 500 companies. Her writing, including four books, is published and translated widely. Angela has extensive industry experience in publishing and book conversion workflows and technology.MORELESS
