Our Staff
Focus For Ethnic Women is supported and staffed by members of the community.
Meet Our Executive Director
Executive Director
Heather Van Patter is an accomplished business strategist and community advocate, currently serving as the Executive Director of Focus for Ethnic Women (FEW). With a diverse background spanning countries and industries, Heather brings a wealth of experience to her role. After earning her Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Calgary, Heather embarked on a journey that took her to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, where she owned and operated several small businesses. Her entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to helping others led her to consult for start-ups and troubled businesses, both locally and internationally, including in Texas and Florida.
In 2009, Heather returned to Canada, where she continued to make a significant impact in the business world. Through her strategic guidance, she has helped numerous Ontario entrepreneurs across various sectors, from restaurants to retirement homes, and from moving companies to therapists, to thrive and succeed in their endeavors.
Heather’s commitment to empowering women and fostering community strength is evident in her work with FEW. With a passion for helping women achieve their goals and overcome barriers, she leads with compassion and determination, striving to create opportunities for women from diverse backgrounds to flourish and make meaningful contributions to their communities. As Executive Director of FEW, Heather is dedicated to advancing the organization’s mission of empowerment, equality, and economic prosperity for all women and their families.
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We are always searching for community members who want to share their time and skills to help facilitate our mission.