Sean McBain

A lifelong resident of Vancouver, British Columbia, Sean joins the START team as a master’s student with an interest in vehicle electrification and automation, specifically around consumer perceptions and adoption. After completing his undergraduate degree at SFU in business and urban geography, Sean worked in the real estate consulting and development industry for some time before returning to SFU to join the MRM program. When not on campus, you can find him on his bike on the road, trail, or mountain.

Jackson Fitzgerald

Jackson grew up in Port Coquitlam, BC and is joining the START team as a master’s student after receiving his Bachelor of Arts from the University of British Columbia in 2019. He hopes to make use of his background in economics and geography to research the determinants of consumer interest in the adoption of new, sustainable forms of transportation.

Elizaveta Iukhadi

Elizaveta Iukhadi is a master’s student in the School of Resource and Environmental Management at SFU. Prior to joining START, Elizaveta worked in the sustainability consulting sphere for four years, with a primary focus on the metals and mining industry. Her current research interests revolve around Electric Vehicles (EVs) supply chains, including the sourcing of battery materials (minerals and metals), and exploring the potential impact of policy measures on the EV manufacturing industry in Canada.

Mohan Liu (Ivana)

Ivana is a newcomer to the START research team. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Economics at the University of Victoria. Her research is focused on how policy can promote eco-friendly transportation options. In winter, she enjoys the blend of speed and nature while snowboarding. She believes in collective action for more sustainable transportation, aiming to make a difference both on and off the slopes.