Adam Barrett is a programmer and producer for the Luminato Festival Toronto with experience in Toronto indie theatre, film, visual, and community arts. Recent highlights include the presentation of Evanescent by Atelier Sisu, serving as producer for What You Won’t Do For Love starring David Suzuki, and Ian Kamau’s Loss all at the Luminato Festival Toronto; creative direction of The Toronto Mycelial Network, Doorstop Diaries, Nuit Blanche East Danforth, and other programs at East End Arts; The Toronto Star said of Adam’s projection design for “The Great War” in 2016, “Adam Barrett put the video back in VideoCabaret” which is a silly thing to say, but very nice to clip out and mail to your mum. Adam is passionate about the importance of uplifting public artworks, diverse stories and perspectives, about long-term sustainability for the arts sector and the artists who make cities a vibrant place.
Lily Jeon applies multi-disciplinary methods, intersectional lenses, and creative approaches to design, education, and community organizing. Their work centers on building empathy, engagement, and empowerment through hands-on experiential learning and co-creative praxis. They currently work as the Studio Technologist at U of T’s Faculty of Architecture by day, and as a co-founder and steward of SHEEEPschool, an experimental community learning space for critical spatial practice. They have overseen a range of workshop/ making spaces and programs in past roles including at U of T’s Faculty of Engineering, TMU’s Design Fabrication Zone, and Toolbox Initiative. They were also one of the designers of the Snowcone installation in the inaugural Winterstations in 2015!
Jon Jeronimus, Architect and Partner at RAW Design, brings a well-rounded approach to design, one that is rooted in the building construction industry and architectural design. Jon’s diverse background corresponds to his interests in exploring the overlaps between the real-world constraints of architecture – its material expression, processes, economics and environmental impact – and its potential for community impact. At RAW, Jon has led teams behind some of the studio’s most notable public pavilions and community-focused hubs, and is managing partner of their Kingston office.
Aaron Knight joined QuadReal in July 2019. As Senior Vice President, Development, he is responsible for QuadReal’s development activities in Eastern Canada, focusing on large-scale mixed-use projects including Bayview Village and Cloverdale Mall. Aaron brings extensive land development experience having led multidisciplinary teams on complex mixed-use and high-rise projects across North America. Prior to joining QuadReal, he was Vice President, Hi-Rise at Great Gulf, where he oversaw the delivery of residential condominium projects in the U.S. and Canada. Aaron holds a degree in Urban and Regional Planning from Toronto Metropolitan University. He is a certified member of the Canadian Institute of Planners and the Ontario Professional Planners Institute.
As the Director of Programming & Placemaking at Northcrest Developments, Alana Mercury draws on over 20 years in the events industry designing impactful experiences that connect community, art, and youth. She does this through innovative artistic activations and philanthropic initiatives. Her leadership spans the private, public, and non-profit sectors, with clients including Samsung Canada, SickKids Foundation, the City of Toronto, Canada Basketball, Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment, and Hudson’s Bay. Known for her strategic vision, Alana has overseen iconic events, including Nuit Blanche Toronto which draws over a million attendees. She excels in delivering large-scale, immersive experiences – from VR concerts to nationwide event series—ensuring each resonates powerfully with diverse audiences. At Northcrest, Alana drives programming and placemaking with precision and purpose, creating moments that leave a lasting impact.