Our Team

Barrhaven BIA began in 2006. This Business Improvement Area is made up of a group of community business leaders who have vision for the area – who see the opportunities and untapped potential.

Meet the Team

As the Executive Director of the Barrhaven Business Improvement Area (BIA), I am dedicated to ensuring the success of the organization through effective leadership and comprehensive management. I am deeply committed to continuous growth as a leader, which is why I place great value on surrounding myself with strong leaders and mentors. There is always more to learn—whether it's a fresh perspective on a challenge or a new solution from someone who has already navigated similar experiences. This philosophy drives our collaborative approach at the BBIA, and I encourage all of our members to actively engage with the association. The insights, knowledge, and best practices I’ve gained through my role as Chair of the Ottawa Coalition of Business Improvement Areas (OCOBIA) and as a member of the Ontario Business Improvement Areas Association (OBIAA) Advocacy Committee have been invaluable. Participation is key to our collective success—so I invite you to reach out and connect with me. Let’s continue the conversation.
Andrea Steenbakkers

Executive Director

In my position with the Barrhaven BIA, I am responsible for the social media and marketing initiatives of the BIA as well as mentoring local businesses to ensure that they are optimizing their social media presence. I come from a background of managing social media accounts for small businesses in the Ottawa area and am excited to use this knowledge and experience to help Barrhaven businesses grow. I have lived in Barrhaven my entire life and am passionate about the community. Set up a meeting with me to talk social media or get your business profiled on the Barrhaven BIA website and social media channels. I am an avid learner which is crucial in social media where things are always changing. Let’s grab a coffee and chat about your marketing strategies.
Crystal Logan

Marketing & Social Media Assistant

Andrea Steenbakkers

Executive Director

As the Executive Director of the Barrhaven Business Improvement Area (BIA), I am dedicated to ensuring the success of the organization through effective leadership and comprehensive management. I am deeply committed to continuous growth as a leader, which is why I place great value on surrounding myself with strong leaders and mentors. There is always more to learn—whether it’s a fresh perspective on a challenge or a new solution from someone who has already navigated similar experiences. This philosophy drives our collaborative approach at the BBIA, and I encourage all of our members to actively engage with the association. The insights, knowledge, and best practices I’ve gained through my role as Chair of the Ottawa Coalition of Business Improvement Areas (OCOBIA) and as a member of the Ontario Business Improvement Areas Association (OBIAA) Advocacy Committee have been invaluable. Participation is key to our collective success—so I invite you to reach out and connect with me. Let’s continue the conversation.

Crystal Logan

Marketing & Social Media Assistant

In my position with the Barrhaven BIA, I am responsible for the social media and marketing initiatives of the BIA as well as mentoring local businesses to ensure that they are optimizing their social media presence. I come from a background of managing social media accounts for small businesses in the Ottawa area and am excited to use this knowledge and experience to help Barrhaven businesses grow. I have lived in Barrhaven my entire life and am passionate about the community. Set up a meeting with me to talk social media or get your business profiled on the Barrhaven BIA website and social media channels. I am an avid learner which is crucial in social media where things are always changing. Let’s grab a coffee and chat about your marketing strategies.

Board of Management

Jason MacDonald, MacDonald Property Group, Chair
Simon Beaulieu, Tim Hortons, Vice-Chair
Marlene L. Grant, Marlene L. Grant Professional Corporation, Treasurer
Leanne Duval, BMO Barrhaven West, Marketing Chair
Julia Reid, Play On Pediatric Therapy, Director
John Hannon, Tommy Guns Barrhaven, Director
Jagdeep Perhar, Multicorp Realty Inc., Director
Naina Kansal, Tapri Chai, Director
Kyle Cuthbert, Arbor Memorial, Director
Rob Weeden, Loblaws Barrhaven, Director
Laura McLellan, Edward Jones, Director
Cheryl Murphy, Barrhaven Optometric, Reserve Member
Wilson Lo, Councillor – Ward 24 – Barrhaven East
David Hill, Councillor – Ward 3 – Barrhaven West