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Natalia Bussard, EdD

Sharpshooter · DISC type DC
Program Director, Science, Environment and Health Sciences Co-operative Education at Simon Fraser University
📍 Greater Vancouver Metropolitan Area, Canada

Natalia Bussard is a senior government relations strategist at Simon Fraser University, advising on quantum, AI, and climate strategies. With an EdD from The University of British Columbia and over 15 years of experience, she excels in advocacy and securing STEM placements. People describe her as a professional, success-driven, and gracious leader.

Outside of her professional life, Natalia is a passionate advocate for youth sports, particularly figure skating, stemming from her daughters competitive success. She is deeply interested in the power of language, having published on how plurilingualism shapes identity and worldview. She also champions womens leadership and EDI initiatives.

A 2025 YWCA Women of Distinction nominee, Natalia is fluent in six languages and has published research on the transformative power of mastering multiple languages.

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Experience
12 Years
Current Role
Program Director, Science, Environment and Health Sciences Co-operative Education
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Greater Vancouver Metropolitan Area, Canada
Personality Overview

How Natalia shows up

Fast But Analytical
ROI Driven
Precise But Practical

They are not always relationship oriented. They prefer to be the ones controlling the conversation or defining the terms. They like to move fast and expect the same from others.

Priorities

Topics Natalia cares about

Science Policy
Advises multiple Deans on government strategies related to quantum, AI, and climate, and has extensive experience lobbying ministries for funding at Simon Fraser University.
Quantum Education
Developed the entire training, mentorship, and EDI program for graduate students at UBC's Stewart Blusson Quantum Matter Institute, a foundational pillar of the institute.
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Career

Work history

1-2023
Program Director, Science, Environment and Health Sciences Co-operative Education
Simon Fraser University
12-2017 - 6-2021
President
BC Career Development Association
1-2017 - 12-2022
Manager, Programs and Careers
Stewart Blusson Quantum Matter Institute
10-2015 - 11-2017
Vice-President, BCCDA Board
BC Career Development Association
10-2015 - 9-2016
Manager, Client Engagement & Business Development
UBC Sauder School of Business
In the press

Media appearances

Natalia Bussard joins SFU Work Integrated Learning (WIL) as the Program Director, Science, Environment and Health Sciences Co‑operative Education. Featured in Simon Fraser University – Faculty of Science News
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Education
Doctor of Education - EdD.
The University of British Columbia
2011 - 2011
Certificate
Queen's University
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Dominance (D)

Dominance (D) reflects how goal and task oriented a person is, and their ability to accomplish results irrespective of how demanding the circumstances might be. Those scoring high tend to be motivated by winning, competition, and success.

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