The Team

Blue to the Moon Team Members

Darby O'Neill

3rd year student, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) – Supply Chain Management.  

Darby has graduated from the Diploma program previously and is now working towards the degree. She is currently working at Cookies by George where she has been employed for five years. Here she has worked in all aspects of their operating activities including procurement, delivery, customer service, among other things. Darby has also volunteered with the Alberta Kennel Club as a ring steward and box judge, giving her many connections within the dog show community. Other volunteer experiences include Ducks Unlimited Canada, TSN, and Special Winter Olympics Canada. Darby has participated in two consecutive Walks for Cancer with Smiling Blue Skies and raised money with them before. She has the connections needed to work with this charity.  

  

Ryan McLaughlin

3rd year student, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) – Supply Chain Management.  

Currently, Ryan is employed at Real Canadian Superstore where he has gathered experience in delivery, customer service, procurement, scheduling, and other related activities. While working at RCSS, he has collected funds for multiple charities including: President Choice Children's Charity, The Salvation Army, and multiple community fundraisers. Previously, Ryan has helped organize, fundraise, and manage fundraisers like Big Band Dinner Dance for his high school’s music program.  

  

Dylan Meek

3rd year student, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) – Supply Chain Management. 

Dylan is currently employed at The Sherwin-Williams Paint Company. Over the past 7 years at Sherwin-Williams, Dylan has become proficient in areas such as customer service, procurement activities, inventory management, and customer relationship management. Dylan has participated in his store’s efforts to donate paint, supplies, and volunteer time for various local charity organizations such as Ronald McDonald House in Calgary and Edmonton, The Women Centre of Calgary, and The Airdrie Boys & Girls Club. Previously, Dylan has volunteered in team fundraisers and other charity events throughout his time with the Shaw Meadows Hockey Association.  

  

Chad Nahuis

3rd year student, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) – Supply Chain Management.  

Chad has experience working with events as a previous employee of WinSport Canada where he worked for the food and beverage department. Chad is a very flexible worker being able to adjust easily to constantly changing project requirements. Chad has also volunteered his time preparing dinners for needy families at Inn from the Cold for 4 years. He also has experience handling large sums of cash during charity casino nights for the Calgary Northsides Soccer Association. 

  

Muskaan Rana

3rd year student, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) – Supply Chain Management.  

Muskaan currently works at Staples as a Print and Marketing Associate. Working at Staples for the past year and a half, Muskaan has gathered extensive knowledge in customer service, product advertisement, and team leadership. She has supported efforts to advertise and support local schools during the back-to-school month of September. Throughout this time, Muskaan has assisted Staple’s in their mission of providing underprivileged children with backpacks for their upcoming school year. This is done by accepting both donations and gently used backpacks from customers while also donating brand new backpacks to underprivileged children. Over the last three years, Muskaan has also been a Supervisor at the Calgary Stampede, and has been responsible for managing teams of up to twenty people. This experience has improved her abilities to multi-task, organize tasks by importance, and plan out schedules for multiple team members. Furthermore, Muskaan has previous volunteer experience by working with the Calgary Public Library, Canadian Blood Services, YMCA Day Camps, and the Calgary Sikh Parade.  

  

Hawa Nyamkara

3rd year student, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) – Human Resource. 

Hawa has previous work experience in Human Resource excelling at coordination, planning, public speaking, and ensuring that all events run smoothly. In her past positions, Hawa has assisted in planning an impactful event project for Calgary Immigrant Educational Society (CIES). As well as developing summer events for clients, members, and participants throughout her time working with CIES. This has helped her gain experience dealing with all types of people, working efficiently, and having an extreme attention to detail. Additionally, Hawa runs a podcast that can be utilized to raise awareness.  

Receivers of Tasty Treats

Jewl

Jewl is a 17-month-old Sheltie filled with energy. She is extremely food motivated in her obedience and rally training and hopes to get her Canadian Championship in confirmation as soon as COVID-19 allows. In her free time, she enjoys waking people up from naps, chewing on her toys, taking walks with her boyfriend Marty, and hanging out with Grandpa.

Lexie

Lexie is a Bichon Poodle and turning 14 years old this July. As an old lady, Lexie loves playing fetch, going for walks, and getting her haircut. Her favourite place is on Grandpa's lap, and she loves when Jewl comes to visit because they get to play all day.

Jersey

Jersey is a rambunctious Border Collie Kelpie Cross that loves to play all day. She has unlimited energy which makes her perfect to bring on long hikes in the Rockies. She loves being outside and exploring alongside her sister Swift. 

Swift

Swift is a mixed breed dog we rescued in 2014, she likes to cuddle up on the couch with you at the end of the day and loves all the attention she can get.  She is a very sneaky dog that opts for stealth when attempting to snatch food off the counter.  Her favourite treats are freshly cut carrots and anything that involves peanut butter.