MEET THE TEAM
WHO WE ARE
At Actsafe Safety Association, a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace is one where all members of the team, stakeholders, community, and individuals whose personal characteristics fall into any of the prohibited grounds of discrimination under Canadian Human Rights Law feel valued and respected. We are committed to fostering a non-discriminatory workplace culture and providing equal employment and advancement opportunities throughout our organization. We respect, encourage, and value diverse voices because we believe that innovation and creativity are driven by inclusiveness and cultivated by diverse backgrounds, ideas, and experiences.
MEET THE TEAM
INDUSTRY PROGRAMS & SERVICES
Katharine Pavoni
Director – Industry Programs & Services
Katharine Pavoni, Director – Industry Programs & Services
Katharine joined the team at Actsafe in 2023 bringing 15 years of experience in the BC arts and entertainment industry, primarily in the motion picture industry. Katharine has worked in many aspects of production and adjacent motion picture roles and is passionate about solving problems and working with people. Previously, Katharine acted as Manager of Community and Industry Affairs, at CreativeBC, leading a team responsible for stakeholder relations, and industry initiatives and facilitating conversations around keeping motion picture sustainable. Her experience leading several industry committees and task forces allowed her to collaborate with many different stakeholder groups in order to promote growth and change across the creative arts sector. She is excited about the opportunity to expand on that work in her new role.
During her downtime, Katharine is an avid traveller and lover of food-related things. Originally from Ontario, Katharine enjoys spending time outside and is easily thrilled by almost any ocean or forest-related wildlife. Most weekends you can find her at her cabin where she enjoys walking her dog, listening to records and cooking.
Katharine’s career path to date has included leading several innovative initiatives to address industry challenges. She is committed to continuing along that road with a renewed focus on the health, well-being and safety of the arts and entertainment industry.
HEALTH & SAFETY SERVICES
Doryan Mash
Regional Safety Advisor (Okanagan)
Doryan Mash, Safety Training Facilitator
Doryan offers a versatile perception of Occupational Health and Safety, which has been procured from multiple safety focused industries and organizations over the last 15 years. His experience is supported by an Occupational Health and Safety Certificate; and recognized safety credentials in Tourism and Hospitality, Oil and Gas, the Fire Service and Emergency Scene Response and Management.
Since 2009, Doryan has been a Safety Champion in the live entertainment performing arts, and motion picture industry throughout the interior of B.C.: Working as a sub-contractor or union permittee at countless productions, events, festivals, and venues as needed. He has a wide understanding of the entire industry and the ambition to build an Interdependent Safety Culture.
Doryan still volunteers his time to his local fire department and is also a new dad. If he finds some spare time, he loves to ride motorcycles and explore the back country.
SAFETY TRAINING INSTRUCTORS
Shawn Meston
Safety Training Facilitator
Shawn Meston, Safety Training Facilitator
With over 30 years of health Safety and Wellness experience, Shawn is passionate about creating safe and supportive workplaces by inspiring a renewed sense of safety culture in the entertainment industry.
Shawn has had the good fortune to receive excellent OHS education through various institutions including BCIT, the Employers Advisory Group, and a variety of OHS institutions. He believes one of the most important aspects of continued OHS is the ability to share safety vision and knowledge to all workers, supervisors and employers and has spent years honing his communication, coaching and teaching skills. His on set experience, combined with his private sector safety background, provides a unique background that contributes to his skill as a subject matter expert and facilitator at Actsafe.
MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS
Jacqueline Leclerc
Marketing & Communications
Manager
Jacqueline Leclerc, Manager – Marketing & Communications
Jacqueline joins the Actsafe team bringing over 25 years of marketing and business expertise to her role as Manager of Marketing and Communications. Specializing in strategic marketing, Jacqueline has led successful marketing campaigns for organizations in the arts & entertainment, safety technology, travel and tourism, oil and gas, publishing, and media industries. Jacqueline’s goal is to apply her gained skills and experience within an organization that strives to enhance the safety and quality of life of people in our communities.
Jacqueline and her husband are proud parents of five independent, creative adults and welcomed their first grandchild in 2021. In her spare time, Jacqueline enjoys travelling, and gardening and recently rediscovered the game of golf.