Judging Panel

Will Wang is an engineer-turned-entrepreneur based in Vancouver, British Columbia. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of British Columbia. As the founder of Leafi Home, Will spearheads innovation in smart home technology with products like the Nova by Leafi—a retrofit device that transforms existing blinds into smart, enhancing accessibility, convenience, while saving energy.

With extensive experience in product development, lean startup methodologies, partnership cultivation, and supply chain management, Will has a proven track record of bringing cutting-edge products to market. His professional journey spans collaborations with both industry leaders and startups, highlighting his commitment to leveraging technology to improve everyday life.

Beyond entrepreneurship, Will is passionate about mentoring the next generation of engineers. As a judge for the Simon Cox Student Design Competition, he contributes his expertise to evaluate assistive technology projects designed to enhance independence for individuals with physical disabilities.

Outside of work, Will enjoys hiking, snowboarding, photography, and creating innovative projects. He is honored to be part of the Simon Cox competition and looks forward to inspiring creativity and problem-solving among student engineers.

Jerzy was born in Poland. He came to Canada in 1991. After graduating from the BCIT Biomedical Engineering program in 2006, he was hired by Technology for Living, then called BCITS, as a biomed technician. In his spare time, he enjoys watching a good movie or reading an interesting book.