Fusion 2024 Advisors
These individuals provide guidance and support to the student leaders for all fusion-related matters.
Dr. Okey Igboeli
Faculty Advisor and Director of the Science and Business Program
Dr. Igboeli has significant academic and practical experience in entrepreneurship and research commercialization. Prior to joining the Science and Business program, he founded and led the drug discovery company, True Spring Pharmaceuticals Inc. Dr. Igboeli teaches several Science and Business courses, and facilitates the integration of Science and Business students’ experience with entrepreneurial activities on campus and in the community.
Adiba Ali
Advisor and Science and Business Alumni
Adiba is a recent Science and Business alumnus, who served as President for Fusion 2022. She has completed 4 coop placements in varying fields from project management, healthcare system implementation, and pension administration. Adiba is excited to provide guidance to the 2023 team by using what she's learned through her various experiences. She hopes to give students the chance to reach their potential and challenge themselves to step out of their comfort zone to take part in an exciting event such as Fusion.
Fusion 2024 Student Leaders
Meet the student leaders responsible for planning and hosting Fusion 2024. This team is made up of Science and Business students of all years with a passion for learning and connecting with peers and mentors.
Kianna Martin
President and Operations Executive
Kianna is a second-year Science and Business student serving as the 2023 Fusion President and Operations Executive. She manages the Fusion Executive Team to ensure all activities contribute to a successful conference. This year, Kianna hopes students leave the conference with a fresh perspective on what it means to work in science and technology. She aims to provide new and returning delegates with an exciting opportunity to tackle relevant problems. Alongside the Fusion Team, Kianna looks forward to delivering a thought-provoking conference and engaging student events.
Samantha Kremer
Logistics and External Relations Executive
Samantha is fourth-year Science and Business student serving as this year’s Fusion Logistics and External Relations Executive. She oversees external stakeholder management including acquiring sponsors, presenters, networkers, and judges for the Fusion conference. Additionally, she also manages the organization’s website. Samantha is passionate about environmental conservation and the technologies which are evolving within this field. She is also passionate about international work and volunteering, which broadens her perspective on those around her and allows her to find opportunities in unusual places.