Angela Jefferies to lead international sales, Orest Gawdyda to grow key Canadian and national segments
Ottawa Tourism is expanding its Business Events team with the appointment of Angela Jefferies and Orest Gawdyda, both as Managers, Business Events. Their respective efforts will deepen Ottawa’s reach in priority markets, strengthen partner relationships, and accelerate growth in the city’s meetings and convention economy.
Angela joins Ottawa Tourism with nine years of experience supporting the Canadian and international association market, including a background in hotel sales and a recent role with Destination Toronto. In Ottawa, she will lead international Business Events sales, focusing on growing global meetings in the Ottawa and National Capital Region, whilst strengthening Ottawa’s position in the international meetings landscape.
Orest Gawdyda joins with several years of hospitality industry experience, most recently with the Regina Hotel Association, alongside a background in hotel sales and design. In his new role, Orest will focus on Business Events account management and growth across the following segments: Indigenous, government and union, provincial association, and national and provincial sports organizations.
Building a stronger pipeline for Ottawa’s business events economy
“These appointments strengthen our ability to compete and win in a demanding global marketplace, while also growing high-impact Canadian business,” said Stephanie Sequin, Vice President, Business & Major Events at Ottawa Tourism. “Angela will advance our international sales strategy and deepen our connections with global association decision-makers. Orest will build momentum across key national segments that align with Ottawa’s strengths and priorities. Both roles are focused on driving measurable outcomes, stronger partnerships, and sustained growth for Ottawa.”
Ottawa Tourism continues to invest in its business events strategy to secure meetings that generate economic benefits, support local knowledge sectors, and showcase the destination’s venues, expertise, and welcoming experiences.
About Ottawa Tourism
Ottawa Tourism is the official destination marketing organisation for Canada’s capital city and surrounding region. A not-for-profit and membership-based organisation, it works with more than 450 member businesses to showcase the best of the region. Ottawa prides itself on being a vibrant, welcoming and diverse business event and tourism destination. A hub of culture, history, politics and natural beauty, the city offers a unique blend of experiences, from world-class museums and galleries to outdoor adventures along the scenic Ottawa River. With a range of state-of-the-art venues, the city is well-equipped to host events of all sizes. Ottawa Tourism provides convention support services to planners and works to promote the city as a premier destination for leisure travel, business events, and conferences.
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