Dr. Iris Sun has over 20 years’ experience in social research and business consulting and is committed to using data for social good. She holds a PhD in Management Science and Engineering, an interdisciplinary field that combines analytical models, data science, and behavioural insights to support complex decision-making and solve organizational and societal problems. She is Associate Director, Proposal Development & Research at S.U.C.C.E.S.S., where she helps teams turn insights into programs that advance equity and belonging for newcomers and the communities that welcome them.

Since 2008, Iris has led projects on immigrant integration, multiculturalism, and cultural diversity, including employer and newcomer surveys, demographic profiles, and employer-focused guidebooks and industry profiles. With expertise in data visualization, she translates complex evidence into clear, actionable findings for decision-makers. She practices data visualization for social good, illuminating inequities, celebrating resilience, and guiding resources where they matter most.

Before immigrating to Canada, Iris taught Human Resource Management at Guangdong University of Finance & Economics. As a long-time Tri-Cities resident, she served on Coquitlam’s Multiculturalism Advisory Committee (2014–2022) and now contributes as a member of the Vancouver LIP Gender Network and the UBC Centre for Migration Studies Advisory Board, bringing deep knowledge of inclusive workforce practices and newcomer empowerment.

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