Vanessa received her BA in Classical Studies and Masters of European Studies from the University of Guelph. She has worked as a Fine Arts Coordinator for TOTAL Fine Arts and as an Assistant Director for Rukaj Gallery in Toronto, in which she has participated in Art Toronto, and an Ontario Museum Association conference. Throughout these roles, Vanessa has participated in various exhibitions, engagement planning of various shows, and collections management. She is incredibly passionate about the collaboration and the importance of development as it relates to promoting cultural education, and community involvement. She is excited to be apart of the OMAH team and to continue pursuing her passion for history.