We are pleased to announce that two new talented individuals have joined our communications team: Heather Sherman and Travis Boyco. Together, they bring a wealth of experience, knowledge and social media savvy to help promote our discoveries and success stories.
Meet Heather Sherman
Heather is a seasoned and award-winning storyteller.
Before joining Krembil, she spent six years as a producer/director at Discovery Canada’s Daily Planet, where she generated over 200 short documentaries about groundbreaking technology, scientific discoveries and world-changing inventions. In recognition of her exceptional coverage, she received two awards at the Houston Film Festival and was nominated for the Walter Sullivan Award for Excellence in Science Journalism. Heather has also worked for the Marilyn Denis Show, Canada AM and City TV’s City Pulse News.
At Krembil, Heather works closely with the media to promote high-profile research and technological innovations. She also provides strategic advice and media & science communication training to the Institute’s doctors and scientists.
“My goal is to raise the Institute’s profile by sharing its incredible stories with the world,” says Heather.
Meet Travis Boyco
Travis is a broadly trained communications specialist with an artistic flare.
He completed a master’s degree in professional communication, for which he examined the strategic use of social media during public health and health care crises. He also holds a degree in human geography and political science, as well as a diploma in multimedia design and production.
“I’ve been interested in health care for as long as I can remember. Whether health and fitness or science and medicine, I always knew I wanted to work at the interface of these fields and to encourage a positive change. My new role at Krembil enables me to do both of these,” says Travis.
In his new role, he performs a wide range of tasks—such as shooting videos and taking photos, liaising with the media, writing news stories, managing social media channels and creating branded materials.
Heather and Travis encourage researchers to reach out to them through the contact information listed below to introduce themselves and their work to the new pair.
Welcome Heather and Travis to Krembil!
Heather Sherman
Phone: 416-603-5294
Email: heather.sherman@uhn.ca
Office: 4KD513
Travis Boyco
Phone: 437-217-6123
Email: travis.boyco@uhnresearch.ca
Office: 4KD478