Kirsten Sardelis

Kirsten Sardelis is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in market development and business partnerships, currently serving as the Senior Market Development Manager for the Americas and Germany at Invest Ottawa since January 2022. Previously, Kirsten held multiple roles at Invest Ottawa from June 2009 to October 2020, including Senior Partnerships Specialist and Business Development Manager focused on Software and Interactive Digital Media. In these roles, Kirsten led sector development initiatives, facilitated business-to-business opportunities, and supported international investment attraction. Additional experience includes managing support functions at Venture Coaches and serving as an Executive Assistant at Newbridge Networks, complemented by project administration at Digital Equipment in Germany. Kirsten's academic background includes A-levels and apprenticeships in Economics and Business Administration.