Our Story

Bridging Technology and Humanitarianism

SubSphere’s journey began with a shared vision of leveraging advanced technology to address one of the world’s most persistent and devastating issues: Landmines.

We are a dynamic blend of professionals with expertise in product management, software engineering, business development, military, remote sensing and geographic information systems. Our collective knowledge and dedication to innovation have been instrumental in shaping the company’s direction and success.

We all believe in the power of technology to solve big problems.

Management Team

Guided by Vision, Grounded in Execution

Vaheed Ghaffari Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Shahab Moeini Chief Strategy Officer

Sylvain Bedard Strategic Partnerships Director

Board of Advisors

Steered by Expertise, Driven by Insight

David Anderson

General Anderson is a retired Brigadier-General who served in the CAF from 1980 to 2020, spanning 8 years as a reservist and 32 years in Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry. Upon retirement he became the Senior Advisor Digital Transformation to the CAF. He is now an independent Strategist and Consultant.

Kimberly Van Vliet

Kimberley is the founder of WaVv. She created CONVERGX®, a global congress facilitating significant industry collaborations with nearly $2 billion in deals tracked. She also holds leadership roles within NATO and serves as Director of the Aerospace Innovation Hub in Calgary.

Michael Tschiersch

Michael, a former submarine officer, has over 30 years of experience in customer support, configuration management, and integrated product logistics across military and industrial sectors. He specializes in optimizing product lifecycles, from initial design to ongoing support operations.

Samaneh Ashoori

With a Ph.D. in Chemical and Petroleum Engineering and over 15 years of experience, she specializes in clean technology and sustainable energy. Samaneh blends academic rigor with practical project and product management.

Technical Team

Powered by Innovation, Fueled by Expertise

Mohammad Zamani Engineering Director

Experienced Software Engineer with two decades of experience in C# .NET, ASP.NET Core, Azure cloud services, and SQL Server. Collaborates on scalable solutions, passionate about innovation and performance.

Gabriela Salazar GeoSpatial Scientist & Project Manager

Gabriela is a Senior Geospatial Analyst with expertise in aerospace technologies, AI/ML, and GIS tools. She focuses on actionable insights and sustainable practices in dynamic environments.

Saeedeh Madani GeoSpatial Scientist & Project Manager

Saeedeh is a senior GIS and geospatial scientist specializing in advanced analysis, remote sensing, and drone utilization. Her expertise drives innovation in environmental monitoring and application development.

Hossein Khoddami Senior Engineer

Hossein specializing in full-stack development with expertise in JavaScript, React, Node.js, and cloud technologies. Proven track record in building scalable web applications and APIs, focusing on user-centric design and efficient code architecture.

Mahya Yousefi UX/UI Designer

Mahya has years of experience in web development, specializing in ReactJS, NodeJS, and JavaScript. Skilled in creating responsive, user-friendly applications with a focus on optimal user experience.

Abtin Ansari 3D & Motion Graphics Specialist

Abtin has expertise in creating stunning visuals and animations. Proficient in 3D modeling, texturing and animation. Adept at bringing creative concepts to life with a keen eye for detail and a passion for visual storytelling.

Maksym Tsylia 3D & Motion Graphics Specialist

Maksym is a creative with 5 years of experience in FinTech, EdTech, and AdTech, loves crafting eye-catching animations and videos that boost engagement and conversions. He is skilled in turning ideas into visually stunning stories.

Parand Tashakori 3D Specialist

Parand, with a background in architecture, brings precision and realism to 3D modeling and rendering. Known for her collaboration and attention to detail, she blends creativity and discipline.

Trusted Business Partners

Innovate Calgary is the innovation transfer and business incubator for the University of Calgary, supporting the growth of local startups and advancing technology-driven enterprises.

LidarSwiss specializes in advanced aerial LiDAR solutions, offering precise and high-resolution mapping services for various industries.

GeoVerse Tech provides cutting-edge geospatial solutions, enhancing data analysis and decision-making processes with advanced technology and innovative approaches.

Lunate Consulting offers expert IT consulting services, focusing on delivering customized and effective technology solutions to drive business growth.

WaVv excels in commercialized technology transfer, serving industries like Military, Mining, Aerospace, Defense, Security, Tech, Agriculture, and Energy.

Sarcomere Dynamics develops advanced robotic systems, revolutionizing industries with innovative, flexible, and efficient automation solutions.

Skyhunter provides specialized drone services, offering precise aerial inspections and surveys for various industries.

Velos Rotors designs and manufactures advanced unmanned helicopters, delivering high-performance aerial solutions for industrial applications.

XER Technologies specializes in the development of long-endurance UAVs, offering innovative aerial solutions for a range of industries.

Eagle View Drones offers high-quality drones and sensors, repair services, and training, serving Ontario and Alberta.