Island Good Team
Julie Sperber
President, VIEA
Julie Sperber is well-known for her achievements in community, economic and organizational development. As President & CEO of the Vancouver Island Economic Alliance Julie oversees production of the annual ‘State of the Island’ Economic Summit, the annual ‘State of the Island’ Economic Report, the ‘Island Good’ product brand, and the Foreign Trade Zone designation for Vancouver Island (FTZVI).
Suzanne Hedges
Relationship & Business Development Manager
Born and raised on beautiful Vancouver Island, Suzanne brings an abundance of Island Good enthusiasm and experience to the collective. Suzanne is known as an island connector and has a passion for people, community and seeing opportunity to thread us all together in a meaningful way. Suzanne is here to support you in your business, empower you and educate you on how Island Good is bringing us all together to help build a sustainable future for us all as islanders.
Diana Jolly
Executive Assistant, VIEA
Diana is proud to be part of the Island Good team supporting producers and retailers spread the message that Island Good is Great! Diana grew up in Saanich on a small market farm and values the efforts it takes to bring local goods to market. Thanks to all our Island producers and retailers!

Island Good Committee Members
- Julie Scurr, Chair, Coast Salish Insurance
- Dave Brimacombe, Wayward Distillery
- Elizabeth Crumm, Tremain Media
- Alexa Ku, Little Lavender Goods
- Kirsten Soder, H2 Accelerator
- Dr. Nicole Vaugeois, VIU
- Dave Willie, Black and White Event Rentals