Our team

Laura Mock
Director

“I couldn’t be more thrilled to join the Cultivator team. With my business background and leadership experience, I’m eager to step into this strategic role.  What excites me most is the opportunity to make a tangible impact on our province alongside such a passionate and high-performing team. It truly feels like hitting the jackpot – being able to combine my skills with such an incredible opportunity. I’m energized by the prospect of contributing to Cultivator’s mission and playing a part in growing our tech community.”

                                             
Hossein Aghasharif
Community + Partners Manager

“My journey has taken me across sales engineering, account management, product management, and entrepreneurship, always at the intersection of technology, business, and community. While studying at the University of Regina, I continued pursuing my passion for account management and building relationships that drive growth.My Cultivator story began in August 2024 when I joined the START program—a moment I’ll always remember, just knocking on the door and diving in. Now, I’m thrilled to be on the team, working alongside visionary founders, strong partners, and an incredible community to help Saskatchewan’s tech ecosystem grow and thrive. Let’s build something great together!”

Hasmin Abdul Cader
Program Manager

“With two decades of experience dedicated to technology marketing for startup companies, I’ve had the privilege of supporting innovative ideas from their earliest stages to significant growth. Having recently relocated to Regina from Saskatoon, I’m genuinely excited to bring my expertise to Cultivator. My mission? To help ambitious founders right here in Saskatchewan not just launch their ideas, but absolutely dominate. Let’s build something amazing together!”

Kellie Fay
Program Manager

“Entrepreneurs are inspirational for their courage, commitment, and resilience to challenge the status quo and to make the world a better place. This is why I am motivated to assist founders on their journey and have been dedicated to supporting individuals realize their dreams and goals for my career.I love tech! I have an innovative, artistic, and entrepreneurial spirit with maverick tendencies. I bring eclectic professional and personal experiences and backgrounds – lineage from Muskowekwan First Nation in Saskatchewan, worked and freelanced across Canada from coast-to-coast, and completed master’s degrees abroad in Australia and Spain. This translates to – I think outside the box and offer creative insights that can give founders unusual perspectives to consider. I am very excited to be a part of the Cultivator Team and to support founders in this community!”

Calder Dollard
Program Coordinator

“Upon graduating from the University of Regina Business Program in 2020, I worked in logistics, overseeing and coordinating the transportation of commodities across the prairies and into the U.S., where I further developed my business and agricultural knowledge. As someone who has lived in Regina my entire life, and as someone who considers themselves a techno-optimist, I am thrilled to be able to contribute to the developing startup ecosystem in my backyard. I love fostering relationships and helping contribute to the growth of dynamic ventures. In my spare time, you can find me at the lake, relaxing with friends or playing golf.

Brianna Blazeiko
Community Coordinator

“I eagerly joined the Cultivator team in February 2024 after years of supporting with their events. With a background in marketing, event coordination, and hands-on creative work through my wedding and floral businesses, I bring creativity and a detail-oriented approach to the team. Outside of work, I love walking my dog Lex, exploring new destinations across the world, and relaxing at the lake. I’m excited to collaborate with amazing colleagues, work alongside visionary founders, and create exceptional experiences for our community.”



Kim Duong
Summer Coordinator

I began calling Regina home earlier in 2024, following time spent studying and working in South East Asia and the United States. I am passionate about fostering positive change within local communities and enhancing the overall quality of life; therefore, my decision to join Cultivator and support Saskatchewan’s dynamic tech startup ecosystem was an easy yes. I am eager to learn from our founders and community partners, as well as contributing my own experiences to help cultivate and advance Saskatchewan-based startups.

Mercedes Phillips
Summer Coordinator

I joined the Cultivator team as a summer student in May 2025, bringing with me a passion for business, creativity, and community. Currently studying Business at the University of Regina, I’ve just completed my second year and stay actively involved in campus life through the Hill Business Students’ Society and Enactus Regina. Outside of school, I manage social media marketing for the Regina Red Sox, combining my love for storytelling and strategy. In my free time, you can find me spending time with friends, traveling, singing karaoke, or hanging out with my two cats. I’m excited to collaborate with like-minded individuals, learn from an inspiring team, and bring fresh ideas to a dynamic and growing industry.