Chapter Officers
Our Directors are dedicated and passionate Business Analysis professionals who are committed to fostering the growth and development of our community.
Each Director brings their unique experience and skills to ensure we provide the best learning, networking and professional development opportunities for our members. Below you will find a list of our Directors and their respective roles.
President
Kathryn Duffy
Kathryn is a Senior Business Analyst with over 14 years of experience leading complex service modernization, public sector transformation, and mission-critical technology initiatives across government and industry. Known for her analytical strength, clarity of communication, and collaborative approach, she specializes in helping organizations translate user needs and policy goals into practical, scalable solutions. A former Director of Professional Development with PMI Nova Scotia and a Citizen Member of the West Hants Audit Committee, Kathryn is a committed contributor to professional and community leadership.
Finance
Diloj John Varughese
Diloj holds a PMP® and CBAP® certifications and is a highly proficient ERP Functional Consultant and Project Manager with over 16 years of experience in managing and executing large-scale ERP implementation projects across various sectors, including manufacturing, distribution, retail… etc. He is skilled in every aspect of project governance, from risk management and resource allocation to stakeholder engagement and maintaining strict schedule adherence.
His core competencies include digital project management, systems thinking, analytical problem-solving, team leadership, stakeholder negotiation, and optimizing business processes. He is particularly adept at aligning business strategies with system functionalities, improving operational efficiency, and fostering cohesion within teams.
Operations
Biola Asekun
Biola, a Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), is a results-driven Business Analyst with over 8 years of experience across sectors such as finance, healthcare, and manufacturing. He has also worked across the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Specializing in optimizing business processes and leveraging data and business analysis tools, Biola excels in cross-functional collaboration and process improvement consistently delivering impactful results . With leadership roles and strong analytical skills, Biola is committed to enhancing workflows and driving business success.
Communications & Marketing
Ibrahim Aderemi Adebayo
Ibrahim Aderemi Adebayo is a seasoned Telecommunications/IT and Business Systems/Project Leader with over 15 years of experience driving strategic transformation across mobile, fiber and enterprise network environments. Holding a Doctor of science and M.Eng in Telecommunication Engineering, he has led multi-regional technical operations and cross-functional teams for leading organizations such as Eastlink, Airtel, Ericsson, Nokia and Huawei. Beyond his technical expertise, Ibrahim is recognized for his strong communication, marketing, and stakeholder engagement skills — effectively bridging business objectives with innovative technology solutions. His leadership approach emphasizes clarity, collaboration, and purposeful storytelling to align teams and inspire results.
A certified CBAP, PMI-RMP, PMP, Google Data Analyst, IBM Cybersecurity Professional, and CCNP; Ibrahim brings a unique blend of analytical rigor and creative insight to his role. As an active IIBA member, he is passionate about promoting the value of business analysis, strengthening professional networks, and enhancing IIBA’s visibility through impactful communication and marketing initiatives.
Sponsorship
Jerome E. Nwoga
Jerome has navigated his career in the ever-shifting landscape of the Business field. His journey began with a deep dive into Business analysis and product management, exploring diverse industries and meticulously unraveling the logic behind each business solution. This insatiable curiosity has made me a key figurehead in the turnaround of several companies in recent times, revitalizing them across market sectors managing projects across subsea oil and gas projects, Q-commerce, healthcare, finance, AI governance, and GOV-based services.
Professional Development
Oluwakemi Adebowale-Akinbulu
Oluwakemi is a CBAP certified senior business Analyst with over 7 years' experience across technology, healthcare, public sector and financial services
Besides being a business analyst, She is an Author, a speaker & also a career coach, She is passionate about helping professionals build structure around their career and excel in their desirable career path.
Besides being a business analyst, She is an Author, a speaker & also a career coach, She is passionate about helping professionals build structure around their career and excel in their desirable career path.
Events Planning
Jenn Bedell, CBAP
Jenn is a seasoned business analysis leader who served as the Deputy Regional Director for Americas Northeast until December 2025. Jenn has been associated with IIBA since the early days in 2007 volunteering is numerous capacities over the years.
In her day-to-day work, Jenn leads a team of Business Analysis consultants at Mariner Partners Inc., drawing on over 20 years of experience across a variety of business domains. Her career spans quality assurance, business analysis, change management and client delivery, with a people-first approach that consistently emphasizes both outcomes and professional growth.
Outside of work and volunteer service, Jenn enjoys sharing insights from her career at industry events and connecting with peers who are passionate about advancing the practice of business analysis.
Online Content and Engagement
Lawrence Adigwe
I’m a Business Analyst who truly enjoys connecting people and ideas. I believe our professional community grows stronger when we share knowledge, support one another, and engage meaningfully online. With experience in data analysis, project management, and process improvement, I bring both structure and creativity to the way we interact digitally. As Director of Online Content & Engagement, my goal is to create a welcoming and dynamic online space where IIBA Nova Scotia members feel informed, inspired, and connected.