Ryan Voght

Communications Engagement Coordinator

As the Communications Engagement Coordinator, Ryan plays a key role in member outreach, communications, and engagement with ICI Society’s valued membership.

With a background in communications, digital marketing, and web development, Ryan combines technical problem-solving with creative storytelling. He is passionate about building meaningful connections and sharing the stories that bring communities together. Through engaging communications, he enjoys highlighting collaboration, celebrating success, and showcasing the value of ICI Society’s diverse membership.

Outside of work, he enjoys camping, playing guitar, and adventuring with his dog while exploring the beautiful outdoors of British Columbia.

David Cooke

GIS Technology Administrator

David has over 20 years of experience administering and operating a GIS within a local government setting, including the promotion and distribution of GIS Technologies throughout an organization to drive adoption.

As the GIS Technology Administrator, David supports and manages the Society’s Data Warehouse and Catalog, and the GeoShare Infrastructure. This includes improvements to and the expansion of automated services to support data sharing for the Society’s members.

David’s hobbies include motorcycling, kayaking, hiking, bicycling, and skiing.

Brittney Bourdages, BScH, PgD GIS

GIS Analyst

As a GIS Analyst, Brittney supports the Society’s service offerings and geo-spatial data products.

Brittney joined the Society with 6 years of experience in consulting, having worked with municipal, First Nation and local governments in both BC and Saskatchewan. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Ecology from the University of Guelph and a post-graduate GIS Applications Specialist diploma from Fleming College. Brittney excels in leveraging GIS tools to address spatial challenges and is passionate about emerging technologies and trends.

Outside of work she enjoys art, reading, running and camping.

Karen Braun

Acting Director

Karen has been with the Society for over eleven years. She supports the Board of Directors and the Director of Operations. As well, she is responsible for records management and assigning member credentials.

In her leisure time, she enjoys chess, travelling, reading, and physical fitness. She also has a keen interest in history, in advances in medical sciences, and science in general.

Brian Leung, CTech Geomatics Technology

IT Manager

As the IT Manager, Brian’s role at the Society is to keep the IT infrastructure running to support member’s services. He also explores new technologies and services that will benefit the ICI Society and makes sure the systems adhere to current IT Standards.

Brian joined the Society with 25 years experience working for BC local government, specifically in GIS, Engineering infrastructure, and IT services.

Brian holds a diploma from Thompson Rivers University in Computer Aided Drafting & Design and a UNiGIS diploma from Simon Fraser University.

In his spare time, Brian he enjoys traveling, studying wine, martial arts and cycling.

Daniel Gilloch

Systems Architect

Daniel has over 10 years of IT experience ranging from healthcare, non profits, datacenters, and start ups.

As the Systems Architect, Dan manages and supports the Society’s infrastructure, such as the web services, data portal, website, spatial database management, and a variety of member services.

Outside of work, he enjoys mountain biking, basketball, and woodworking, and is a home lab enthusiast.

Ryan Voght

Communications Engagement Coordinator

As the Communications Engagement Coordinator, Ryan plays a key role in member outreach, communications, and engagement with ICI Society’s valued membership.

With a background in communications, digital marketing, and web development, Ryan combines technical problem-solving with creative storytelling. He is passionate about building meaningful connections and sharing the stories that bring communities together. Through engaging communications, he enjoys highlighting collaboration, celebrating success, and showcasing the value of ICI Society’s diverse membership.

Outside of work, he enjoys camping, playing guitar, and adventuring with his dog while exploring the beautiful outdoors of British Columbia.

David Cooke

GIS Technology Administrator

David has over 20 years of experience administering and operating a GIS within a local government setting, including the promotion and distribution of GIS Technologies throughout an organization to drive adoption.

As the GIS Technology Administrator, David supports and manages the Society’s Data Warehouse and Catalog, and the GeoShare Infrastructure. This includes improvements to and the expansion of automated services to support data sharing for the Society’s members.

David’s hobbies include motorcycling, kayaking, hiking, bicycling, and skiing.

Brittney Bourdages, BScH, PgD GIS

GIS Analyst

As a GIS Analyst, Brittney supports the Society’s service offerings and geo-spatial data products.

Brittney joined the Society with 6 years of experience in consulting, having worked with municipal, First Nation and local governments in both BC and Saskatchewan. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Ecology from the University of Guelph and a post-graduate GIS Applications Specialist diploma from Fleming College. Brittney excels in leveraging GIS tools to address spatial challenges and is passionate about emerging technologies and trends.

Outside of work she enjoys art, reading, running and camping.

Karen Braun

Administration Coordinator

Karen supports the Board of Directors and the Director of Operations. As well, she is responsible for records management for the Society and the assignment of member credentials.

“On a personal note, I’ve driven on the Autobahn, I’m a mediocre chess player, and I’m terrified of spiders and they seem to know it as they seek me out at every opportunity. As well, I love a good laugh and I’m fortunate enough to work with such good natured, amazing people who afford me that luxury on a regular basis.”

Brian Leung, CTech Geomatics Technology

IT Manager

As the IT Manager, Brian’s role at the Society is to keep the IT infrastructure running to support member’s services. He also explores new technologies and services that will benefit the ICI Society and makes sure the systems adhere to current IT Standards.

Brian joined the Society with 25 years experience working for BC local government, specifically in GIS, Engineering infrastructure, and IT services.

Brian holds a diploma from Thompson Rivers University in Computer Aided Drafting & Design and a UNiGIS diploma from Simon Fraser University.

In his spare time, Brian he enjoys traveling, studying wine, martial arts and cycling.

Daniel Gilloch

System Architect

Daniel has over 10 years of IT experience ranging from healthcare, non profits, datacenters, and start ups.

As the Systems Architect, Dan manages and supports the Society’s infrastructure, such as the web services, data portal, website, spatial database management, and a variety of member services.

Outside of work, he enjoys mountain biking, basketball, and woodworking, and is a home lab enthusiast.