Dennis Silva
President and CEO
Dennis brings nearly three decades of leadership experience across higher education, public-sector shared services, and private industry. With over ten years at BCNET, he has been instrumental in developing and scaling collaborative service models that deliver measurable value to member institutions. Dennis is recognized as a trusted advisor with deep expertise in governance, financial stewardship, and sector collaboration. His ability to align diverse stakeholders and translate strategy into practical outcomes positions BCNET to continue delivering value to its members while addressing emerging opportunities in cybersecurity, digital infrastructure, and shared services innovation.
Nathan Doidge
Chief Financial & Administrative Officer
Nathan Doidge is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) with many years of experience in administrative leadership roles at not-for-profits and broader public sector organizations. Before relocating to Vancouver in 2020, he was the Chief Administrative Officer at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Nursing and was responsible for supporting the division’s finance, HR, IT, and office space needs.
Stephen O'Connor
Chief Technology Officer
Stephen brings a wealth of leadership experience in technology gained over 30+ years and has served in multiple senior leadership positions in both the private and public sectors globally. Over the past decade he has been focused on serving the education industry, firstly as Chief Information Officer at Capilano University and recently as an Executive Counsellor to over 30 education leaders around the world. He is acutely aware of the challenges and opportunities in education today and has applied successfully his leadership, project, strategic, and transformation skills.
Sabrina Feula
Director, Member Engagement and Communications
With over 15 years of experience in fostering connections, Sabrina is a results-oriented professional committed to cultivating relationships and driving positive change. Experienced in implementing corporate-level programs to increase public awareness, she excels at creating collaborative environments. Recently, she led Prospect Human Services' external-facing team, focusing on revenue diversification and partnership development. Formerly, as the director of client development with the Alberta Municipalities Association and the Alberta Municipal Services Corporation, Sabrina managed a diverse services portfolio.