Our Team
Suzette Laqua - President / Founder of the festival
Suzette is an executive producer, writer, speaker, and entrepreneur based in Vancouver, British Columbia. A visionary in digital storytelling, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the global landscape of web series and independent content creation. As the President and Founder of Vancouver Web Fest—Canada’s first international web series festival—Suzette established a world-class platform that celebrated digital creators. Currently serving as a Board Member of WebSeries Canada, she remains a driving force in the industry, championing innovation while actively developing films and TV series. Her career is defined by a passion for the arts, a commitment to fostering creativity, and a dedication to inspiring the next generation of storytellers.
Erik Jasan - Head of Programming
Erik Jasaň is a Slovak film director whose work focuses on dramatic and sensitive social themes. His debut short film The Professional Parent qualified for the Academy Awards. He won the award for Best International Film at the New York Shorts International Film Festival. His work has been featured in the official programs of Oscar-qualifying festivals such as Balinale, Tirana, Odense, St Kilda, HollyShorts, Thomas Edison FF, Out On Film Atlanta, Alexandria, Huesca, Bengaluru and Lebu.
Dominik Bari - Operation manager
Dominik Bari is an alumnus of the International Film and TV School of Paris as well as the National Film School in London. He is the CEO of the film distribution company Artemis and the production house Invem. An active documentary filmmaker, he is currently directing projects for HBO, BBC, and Slovak National TV.
Diana Thomas - Head of online events
Diana Thomas is an experienced event strategist and festival coordinator with a background in media and entertainment management. She holds a degree from Westbridge University in the UK and has worked with international film festivals, media conferences, and industry expos. With a passion for curating engaging experiences, she specializes in event programming, logistics, and industry partnerships, ensuring seamless and impactful events for creators and audiences alike.
Xenia Hatrac - Marketing manager and Graphic designer
Xenia Hatrac is a versatile graphic designer and creative strategist with experience in branding, visual communication, and digital design. She studied Graphic Design at the East Slovak Academy of Arts in Košice and has since built a career working with advertising agencies in Slovakia and abroad.