It is with great enthusiasm that I apply for the position of Vice President of HUPO. As a scientist, leader, and advocate for the proteomics community, I bring a strong record of research innovation, organizational leadership, and commitment to advancing proteomics globally.

I currently serve as President of the Canadian National Proteomics Network (CNPN; term ends in 2026), a Canada Research Chair in the Proteomics of Fungal Disease in One Health, co-founder of the Canadian Artificial Intelligence and Mass Spectrometry for Systems Biology (CAN-AIMS) Consortium, and an elected member of the Royal Society of Canada - College of New Scholars, Artists, and Scientists. In these roles, I have led initiatives to strengthen national and international proteomics communities, foster cross-disciplinary collaborations, and expand training opportunities for the next generation of scientists. My leadership in organizing high-profile meetings - including co-chairing the HUPO 2024 Congress in Germany and the upcoming HUPO 2025 Congress in Toronto, highlights my ability to bring communities together and advance HUPO's global mission. Scientifically, my program integrates cutting-edge mass spectrometry-based proteomics across fungal disease of medical and agricultural importance for improved global health and food security. Equally important, I am deeply committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. As founder of the Moms in Proteomics initiative, I have built a platform that fosters recognition, mentorship, and advocacy for underrepresented groups in our field.

As HUPO Vice President, I will focus on amplifying HUPO's voice as the global home for proteomics, broadening membership engagement, and strengthening partnerships across disciplines, sectors, and regions. I am eager to bring my vision, energy, and collaborative spirit to this role, ensuring that HUPO continues to thrive as the central hub for innovation, inclusion, and global impact in proteomics.