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https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1547410870118-FTDWPRIOLU2C4CGI40QQ/BC4.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2022 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1619470884135-LFTD6I15MBJYOGGGNABJ/Dana.png Full Time Exec Council Class of 2022 - VP Academics: Dana Fallis Dana is a licensed teacher and ESL specialist with 5 years of experience working in international education. In her past roles as a teacher and program manager, she's always been passionate about building community and this is something she wants to bring to the MBA class. She is one of the many pet-owners in our cohort and her pug Otis has attended most of our online classes. She is also a coffee fanatic and is always happy to connect for a coffee chat. If you find yourself downtown, she would love to take you to one of her favourite coffee places! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1625536468113-FMKETW9Z03P4OO5H3RXO/Kai.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2022 - VP Comms: Kai Chan Kai has over 8 years of experience in corporate strategy, corporate communications, as well as B2B and B2C marketing. He was blessed with the opportunity to work across a gamut of industries, from sustainability, to automotive and aerospace. His proudest recent professional achievement was strategizing COVID-19 initiatives for the Singapore government, implemented nationwide. Known as the biggest, most obsessed automotive nerd in the known universe, Kai can always be found reading about cars, under a car, or surrounded by cars (likely in a junkyard rummaging for parts). If you too want to get calluses on your hands from working on old cars, call Kai anytime! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1619473062001-WXJAS0OCUCJM4XYQ0D70/Lizzy.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2022 - VP External: Elizabeth Zeunert Elizabeth is a strategist who seeks to bring together people and diverse culture to create an impact. In her pre-MBA career, Elizabeth worked in management consulting, building capacity for indigenous organizations, social enterprises and not-for-profits. Post-MBA she looks forward to using leadership to promote strong community and positive, inclusive corporate culture to drive business development. When she is not studying away, Elizabeth can be found cooking gourmet meals, exploring the outdoors or playing piano. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1619473129786-H6NV34OAXDVLQMX98OJQ/sami.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2022 - VP Internal: Sami Sekhon Sami is a values-based leader who is passionate about transforming and collaborating with business, government, and non-profit sectors, to create impactful solutions that improve the wellbeing of communities. With 5 years of work experience in the public and non-profit sectors, she hopes to continue to drive meaningful change while adding emphasis on the importance on creating diverse opportunities, equitable access, and inclusive spaces throughout. As VP Internal, Sami is looking forward to fostering a culture that brings our cohort together to uplift, support and celebrate each other through the next year of our MBA and beyond. In her free time Sami loves to play soccer – outdoor, futsol or beach – and can be seen overstaying her visit at any of Vancouver’s great patios or breweries. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1619473164388-4L25VMUWEFV30V8MZZB2/Kyle.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2022 - VP Events: Kyle Randall Kyle is an engineer by trade with a background in consulting, operations, and sales. Most recently he worked in the Structural Restoration industry within the commercial, private, and public sectors. Other than his 120lbs Berner, Bruce, he is most proud of his work on a national technical liaison group, his ride to conquer cancer team, and bringing people together to make some memories. In he’s not hiking with Bruce he’s playing sports, watching sports, or having beers with friends. If you ever want to grab a drink, go for a ride, or practice your swings on the golf course, Kyle’s your guy! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1619473284589-X34ABXDDRBOSY77SVOWP/Laura.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2022 - VP Finance: Laura Lopez Laura is an industrial engineer and a business administrator with 3+ years of experience in treasury and financial planning. Born and raised in Bogota, Colombia, she spent a year in France and then immigrated to Canada in 2019. She is a champion for turning the finance department into a business partner for all the areas in the organization. During her free time, she can be found hanging out with her husband and their two rescue cats, running or walking in Vancouver’s sea walk, or enjoying a cold apple cider. Reach out to Laura if you want an Excel tip or for a tennis doubles match! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1619473432360-A0EHOA9MV9CCPOI4ZTKP/Abby.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2022 - VP Student Development: Abigail Okyere After completing the University of Ghana Business School, Abigail went ahead to qualify as a chartered management accountant (CIMA). She has a professional background working in oil trading, project management and finance capacities. At one point in time, co-founded an e-commerce start-up in Ghana as well. As one of the core leaders of The GracedLife Leadership Centre, she currently trains young people in creative arts, theatre and TV production, after setting up her own theatre production. She has over the course of 4 years, staged plays on both national and academic platforms, trained several young people and created jobs for others in the process. She loves poetry, dance and anything arts. Post-MBA aspirations? 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Previously, he worked for 5 years internationally building test facilities for airplane engines, in countries such as England, Russia, India, Germany, France, Finland, Poland to name a few ;). Alex is constantly curious, willing to learn, and won’t back down from a challenge. Jack of all trades … Master of None. Alex has also been known as a surfer, skier, triathlete, ultramarathon runner, mountain climber, kickboxer, chess player, pianist, photographer, and astronomer. He also has just a couple (12+) tattoos … Fun Fact: Alex once ran for 19 hours and 17 minutes straight through the English countryside. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1645487883977-VHB80GV2A36GH73RDBIU/mai.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2023 - VP Academics: Maria Tinoco Maria is a mission-driven leader with five years of experience working in business development roles supporting global companies and high-impact entrepreneurs. She loves applying entrepreneurial skills to solve challenges and develop creative and flexible solutions. She’s a learning enthusiast, that is why she is currently studying for her MBA, she also wants to strengthen her skills to later contribute to a high-impact organization, and eventually start her own venture. Maria loves building meaningful connections with people, enjoys singing, and outdoor activities. She is a chocolate fanatic, nature lover, and strongly believes that giving back is the right track for building a better future. Fun Fact: She has scuba-dived 4 times without being certified. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1659553380233-76IOYKWEB81DRVVBONZF/Nico.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2023 - Co-VP Comms: Nicholas Del Castillo Nicolas is a product manager with 5 years of work experience. He enjoys being the bridge between teams and create a better flow of communication. He decided to pursue an MBA to achieve his lifelong dream to enter the video game industry. As you can guess, Nicolas is an avid video game lover, but that’s not all there is to him. Amazed with the ocean he has a passion for scuba diving and basically any water sports. Fun fact: Nicolas spend all the pandemic perfecting his cooking before coming here to Vancouver. He prides himself of making a killer ceviche! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1643141400519-TU8M60AAB6V0G6LOJ0SF/IMG_3459.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2023 - Co-VP Comms: Utkarsh Wali Utkarsh is an engineer with 5 years of work experience in the Agile and IT industry. Previously, he has worked on business analysis, agile transformation, and project management. UW has worked internationally and managed multiple teams in his past. You share your product and vision, UW will plan and execute it, and to do this better he decided to come for an MBA. Cat parent, Utkarsh likes to play cricket, chug cocktails, but most importantly, make people laugh with his jolly attitude. UW is the man with 100% energy from the second he wakes up till he dozes off. Fun Fact: Landed at SFO airport (1st International trip) and booked a car then and there. Did not know the rules and how to left-hand-drive. To see what happened next, ping Utkarsh. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1659553898762-8K70GK7407L2WQTA3F4U/Shubhav.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2023 - Co-VP External: Shubhav Jain Shubhav is a computer science engineer who started his career as a programmer and progressed to a program manager and digital transformation specialist. He loves delivering business value through innovative IT solutions and was responsible for client management, project management, and leading complex cross-functional oracle enterprise projects. He worked globally in countries such as India, Finland, Norway, and United States. Shubhav loves traveling, driving, and photography. He has traveled to more than ten countries. He is also fond of cooking, baking, watching anime, cycling, and playing tennis. He also strongly believes in giving back and actively participates in volunteering activities. Fun Fact: He has completed half-marathon two times https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1644006477329-0JQMCWUNP7FI95OJCECV/Screenshot+2021-09-27+064211.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2023 - Co-VP External: Karina Nagy Karina is a marketing and project management professional with 8 years of client-facing experience. She enjoyed building relationships and meeting new people and prides herself on being a lifelong learner. She decided to pursue her MBA at UBC to further her business intel and potential impact as an employee and community contributor. Karina loves being with her friends, family, and two nephews. She loves traveling, exploring new sunny places, and loves FOOD. Cooking, trying new restaurants, and eating nachos are all considered a good time with wine. She enjoys working out, running, playing beach volleyball, cycling, and playing tennis. She's in a book club and is looking forward to summer, which is her favorite season. She loves Mexico and Mexican food above all. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1659553017862-G1D7ZX8GUW7MM02GMSZ2/Aaron.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2023 - Co-VP Internal: Aaron Mak Aaron is a result-driven profession with 10 years of operation experience in hospitality industry. He enjoys being a generalist which allows him to wear different hats within organizations to work on various projects and optimize business performance. He aims to enhance his experience and knowledge through the MBA with a goal to switch career to consulting field. Outside of school, Aaron loves spending time with his family. He spends most weekends with his two daughters at ice rink and parks. He also enjoys working out, playing soccer, traveling and cooking. Fun Fact: Aaron is a soccer enthusiast and his favorite team is Manchester United. Even he had two foot surgeries in last few years, he keeps playing every week https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1645487559688-77IXOG8ZUERD8KMPVBA6/WhatsApp+Image+2022-02-04+at+4.02.31+PM.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2023 - Co-VP Internal: Emma Herlinger Emma is an avid story-listener and believer in the power of empathy, in life and in business. With a background primarily in nonprofits and education, she’s excited to use the MBA to build her knowledge and foray her experience into the for-profit social impact space. As VP internal Emma hopes to use her experience leading teams and rallying people around a common vision and shared goals to build a strong, united community in the 2023 cohort. A born-and-raised islander, Emma enjoys being on, in, and around the ocean. She is, however, landscape agnostic and loves getting out on trails in the woods as well. She enjoys cooking meals with her sisters and crafting cocktail recipes – seasonal variations of Moscow mules are her favorite. Fun Fact: Emma has been attacked by an owl, kayaked with orcas, and her “two truths and a lie” facts are almost always based on her strange but incredible run-ins with nature. She is happy to share stories but is even happier when she’s listening to others’ – so shoot her a message on LinkedIn to swap stories. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1645487642837-2NGGFCF5F5S05P6A8BMQ/angel.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2023 - VP Events: Angel Chiu Angel is an event planner with 3 years of experience in event planning and 5 years of experience in hospitality. She’s passionate about creating wonderful experiences for guests to enjoy and immersing herself in the culinary world. She is also a pastry chef and enjoys making all sorts of desserts, cakes, bread, and pastries. Her favorite thing to make is wedding cakes. She aspires to push for innovations in the hospitality and culinary sector while being sustainable. In her leisure time, Angel loves to travel and explore new places. She enjoys spending time outdoors cycling, hiking, playing golf, and photographing the countryside. Fun Fact: Angel likes to create things in the wee hours. That’s when her creative juices come to life. Over the winter break, the -10 degrees weather inspired her to make ice cream in the snow at 1 am in the morning. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1645495330229-DT3YTHZIEULZJTC2C3O4/asd.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2023 - VP Finance: Raghav Malik Raghav is the finance whiz of the MBA cohort. He's spent a considerable amount of time working into the wee hours of the morning as an Equity Analyst for a marquee investment banking intermediary in India. His focus is now to use his financial prowess, coupled with his generalist mindset and the vast variety of interests, to land a role focused either on Strategy or having something to do with Venture Capital and Private Equity. Raghav is a huge movie buff and Formula 1 enthusiast. He can talk to you passionate about anything and everything to do with new-age Bollywood and Max Verstappen's career graph even in his sleep. He is also a huge people's person and often the life of the party, or so he has been told. He often uses humor to lighten the mood and get through the frustrating and boring aspects of life. Fun Fact: Raghav conquered his fear of heights by going skydiving, cliff jumping and flyboarding in three consecutive days, on a trip to Spain with his family. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1645502179336-MFE7A318EBXR94J25RF8/WhatsApp+Image+2022-02-21+at+6.31.37+PM.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2023 - VP Student Development: Armando Rocha Armando is a Mexican industrial engineer with over five years of experience in the micro finance industry working as a Product Owner and Product Marketing manager. He had this dream of doing an MBA with his wife in Canada to become entrepreneurs and three years later, here they are. Mission driven, and social impact lover. Armando loves helping people out. He has done plenty of volunteering, and has been a missionary for over 10 years. He loves playing sports, but specially triathlons, mountaineering and now, of course, skiing. Fun Fact: Armando got hit by a car while training for a triathlon. It was his first time in an ambulance although he says it doesn't count since the driver never turned on the sirens. Send him a message on LinkedIn to chat with him http://www.mbasociety.ca/full-time-exec-council-class-of-2025 daily 0.75 2024-08-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/75fac361-e84a-486b-9356-1b568c6f2873/WhatsApp+Image+2024-02-06+at+9.35.27+PM.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2025 - President: Cimi Su Cimi embodies intriguing contradictions that shape her diverse journey. As a brand strategist, she blends creativity and business, infusing her work with inspiration. Raised in China's Islamic province, she navigates between her Han Chinese heritage and upbringing among Muslims, embracing both local and global perspectives. A true Gemini, she thrives in a world brimming with possibilities, driven by her courage and ambition to make a difference. As an enthusiastic foodie with the knowledge of a nutritionist, she seeks balance between indulgence and health. As the first Female Asian President of the UBC MBA student council, she pioneers positive impact with determination. From strategizing brands to savoring global cuisines, Cimi's journey is a testament to embracing contradictions and finding harmony amidst diversity. With an unwavering commitment to experiencing life to the fullest, she navigates the complexities of the modern world with curiosity and courage, inspiring others to embrace their own unique path https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/dd415127-f666-4d52-b77c-4c12cbabd22b/67501102-7a4e-4fff-93db-29d11e86fcd1.JPG Full Time Exec Council Class of 2025 - VP Academics: Swapnil Bagchi Three Ps define Swapnil - Perseverance, Passion, and Positivity. Boasting 5 years of professional experience as an accomplished Consultant and Data Analyst, Swapnil possesses a diverse educational background spanning engineering, liberal studies, and currently culminating in an MBA. Affiliative leadership is Swapnil's preferred style, coupled with empathy as one of his distinctive traits. His inclination towards uplifting others is evident in his continuous efforts to make a positive impact on people's lives, a commitment reflected in his involvement with various non-profit organizations. Beyond the professional realm, Swapnil's interests are as diverse as his talents. When not engrossed in work, one might find him immersed in the pages of a book, dancing to the beats of peppy Bollywood songs, expressing himself with a paintbrush, or exploring archaeological sites. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/23cddd93-17d6-4ca3-920d-5711eaeacbd3/IMG_1245_Original.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2025 - VP Communication: Namita Meet Namita, the dynamic explorer with a zest for life! Originally hailing from India, a decade ago she embarked on a journey that led her to Germany, where she pursued her Masters in Engineering. But that's not the end of her adventure – Namita has now set her sights on a new horizon as she dives into the world of a full-time MBA program here at UBC Sauder. Namita is on a quest to uncover all the wonders this world has to offer. With a heart that dances to the rhythm of adventure, she's always up for a good time, especially when it involves shaking a leg on the dance floor. But here's the catch - Namita's not just about groovy moves and globe-trotting. She has a special soft spot for our furry, four-legged friends – dogs! So, whether it's sharing travel tales, dance tips, or doggy stories, Namita is your go-to companion for a fantastic conversation and a whole lot of fun! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/5fb0c1e8-a004-4cbe-95ca-0482202a3c36/IMG_20231026_085640_500.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2025 - VP Events: Melver Lobo Meet Melver, a dynamic entrepreneur at the helm of Scooled, an extracurricular education management company, and a full-time MBA student at Sauder. A former national-level basketball and netball player in India, Melver's passion for sports is as strong as ever, often seen shooting hoops at the UBC Rec center. Melver's journey is a tapestry of diverse experiences. An engineer by training, he chose to venture beyond the realms of engineering, exploring varied roles in sales, marketing, operations, and customer experience with startups back in India. His boundless energy and positive attitude towards life is legendary, whether he's hiking, stand-up paddling, singing his heart out on karaoke nights, clubbing, hitting the gym, or just relaxing at home. Those around him often wonder, "When does Melver ever sleep?" Melver lives by a mantra inspired by Henry Ford, which resonates deeply with his can-do attitude, “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you are absolutely right!” https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/bbe5c07f-1a75-43c8-843e-87bd8a421ee7/WhatsApp+Image+2024-01-03+at+8.51.33+AM.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2025 - VP External: Hakan Tunc Hakan, Hako, Tunc is here! He, as a natural leader, embodies constant mindfulness in both personal and professional spheres. Raised in Turkiye and maturing in Montreal, QC, he embraced values of unconditional compassion, kindness, and love. Hakan has worked as a metallurgist and engineering consultant in the Canadian mining industry for five years. As a professional, he figured out how leaders strategize and create functional working environments. However, Hakan realized that corporate stability led him to complacency and burnout as a life-long learner. Seeking a shift, Hakan pursues entrepreneurship, drawn to professional chaos. Well-travelled and connected globally, as VP External, he champions classmates' initiatives as their cheerleader. In addition to practicing mindfulness through meditation, journaling, and reading about human psychology, Hakan loves to play video games, hike, weightlift, run, bike, kayak, and ride ATVs. He is a great cook and aspiring single malt enthusiast. Whenever he finds the time, Hakan chases all the raves in Vancouver as a techno and house fan. Hakan is a big Galatasaray fan, so if you want to befriend him, you need to act like you care about Turkiye’s top football team. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/bd03ee4f-752d-4973-ae56-0b2d2ab961e8/IMG_5629.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2025 - VP Finance: Amitha Jacob Amitha Jacob has 4 years of work experience of supply chain finance in India's FMCG world! But don't be fooled by her finance prowess—she's the ultimate "yes" to adventures and a big fan of foodie experiments. From butter chicken to bungee jumping, she's up for anything! Numbers are her jam, and accounting is her favorite flavor! Amitha can manage funds with her eyes closed (or at least she thinks so!). Right now, she's on a mission to document her MBA journey and Vancouver escapades in her journal—picture a mix of financial formulas and travel tales! But wait, there's more! This finance wizard isn't just about crunching numbers—she's a black belt in Karate, a mime maestro, and a classical dancer with a whopping 15 years of practice! She can balance budgets and pirouettes like a boss! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/3b0385f7-0c34-4f6e-9f2e-814416f78538/WhatsApp+Image+2024-01-01+at+3.00.49+PM.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2025 - VP Internal: Madeline Dao Madeline proudly orchestrated production operations for world-renowned companies in between attending pop concerts around Asia for over 5 years before coming to Vancouver as an MBA student at the University of British Columbia. Born on the Russian land of birch trees, raised in the vibrant culture (and delicious culinary) of Vietnam, and solo adventured through the enchanting corners of Europe for six months during her undergrads, Madeline believes home can be just about anywhere that gives you that warm, fuzzy feeling of belonging. Thus, she aspired to become VP Internal to sprinkle that sense of 'home' magic over her cohort, trying her best to ensure everyone feels supported, cared for, and truly heard. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/3454a9e9-ffc8-4b11-b345-b86c0e0de775/WhatsApp+Image+2024-02-06+at+9.44.52+PM.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2025 - VP Student Development: Pamela Tumbocon Curiosity and a growth mindset have led Pam to many places—from traveling the globe and volunteering in rural communities to working in the corporate world, and now to pursuing an MBA. Let's start from the beginning. Pam grew up in the Philippines and then immigrated to Canada, where she completed her BSc in Health Sciences at SFU. After graduating, she returned to the Philippines, where she spent five years working in strategy and marketing within the healthcare industry. Her work on primary healthcare and COVID-19 projects ignited her passion for developing equitable and innovative solutions for communities. Currently, she is pursuing an MBA at UBC to broaden her knowledge and network, aiming to accelerate her career in the healthcare sector. Pam is passionate about connecting with people and helping them reach their full potential. As the VP of Student Development, she hopes to offer opportunities for her cohort to develop their interpersonal and professional skills through workshops on storytelling, networking, and more. Calling both the Philippines and Canada home, Pam can be found either 30 meters underwater scuba diving, or hiking trails. She enjoys organizing events for friends and family (90% chance it's a themed party) and is always eager to try new things. Pam enjoys all the clichés—long walks on the beach, people-watching in cafes, traveling to new places, and capturing every moment of her life through journaling or video diaries. It doesn't take a lot to make her happy, really, just the simple joys of connection, community, and minimal deadlines. http://www.mbasociety.ca/full-time-exec-council-class-of-2024 daily 0.75 2024-03-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1643142607901-4W0MTVFLJ9GUR2UR08E2/84194263_3220824967946880_1257756382082367488_n.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2024 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/96810e32-e2b2-47c3-81fb-ff63eb03e18d/Peter.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2024 - President: Peter Xing Peter is an accomplished mechanical engineer with a decade of experience in consulting. He is a driven and enthusiastic leader who thrives on tackling complex challenges. Peter's passion for the application of artificial intelligence and automation in entrepreneurship and innovation inspired him to pursue his MBA at the University of British Columbia. With a keen attention to detail, Peter is not afraid to dive into the nitty-gritty of any task, whether it's wrenching under the hood of his car or crafting a comprehensive business plan. He prides himself on his ability to ensure that every job is completed to the highest standards of quality and precision. In his free time, Peter enjoys tinkering with cars and participating in track days and auto-cross events. He is also an avid volleyball player and loves exploring the latest culinary trends around town. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/ea054b9d-5dce-4bd0-b0af-6411d1cbd01d/Shubhii.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2024 - VP Academics: Shubhi Kushwaha Shubhii is a learning and design specialist with 10 years of work experience in industries such as education-non profit, consulting, and financial services. She enjoys helping people by creating engaging and enjoyable learning courses and facilitating sessions that enhance their knowledge and new skills. She loves to push herself out of her comfort zone by taking on new challenges and leverages her curiosity to learn, ability to organise and preserve through hurdles to reach the end goal. In her free time, Shubhii loves to spend time with nature through hikes, yoga and meditation in parks or just spending time with her husband, watching the waves hit the shore. Fun Fact: Shubhii has her name in the Guinness Book World record for knitting the world’s longest Crochet blanket (11kms!) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/fd999c9b-67b1-46d8-a511-bfd0f63dbec1/Vidya.JPG Full Time Exec Council Class of 2024 - VP Communication: Vidya Parashar https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/002ff80b-5da8-4f4e-9c6b-0697dce600d3/Isabel.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2024 - Co-VP External: Isabel De Gainza Meet Isabel, a creative and entrepreneurial self-starter who built a profitable new business unit in the arts and media entertainment education sector. From finding a new target audience and designing innovative tech-focused programs, to negotiating partnerships in the film industry, Isabel’s resourcefulness transforms ideas into reality. What gets Isabel excited? the entertainment industry! In her free time, Isabel composes music for indie films and is testing the waters as a producer. She also speaks four languages, plays tennis, enjoys biking, loves to cook, meet new people, explore the outdoors, go dancing… you name it! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/bd44770a-997a-488e-9132-d204fe1cf2ea/Saurav.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2024 - VP External : Saurav Bhattacharjee (Oct - May 2022) Saurav is a civil engineer who never worked a day on a construction site. He is driven by passion and motivation to the extent that he chose to pivot to data science from construction just because analytics amused him. He has worked for over 6 years in analytics, with retail, pharma, sales, and product analytics being his core domain. Saurav loves backpacking and has visited over 28 countries in the last 8 years. He loves the outdoors and can be found solo trekking while not immersed in data. He is an advanced open-water scuba diver and campaigns for marine conservation. Fun fact: while on his GIE trip to Chile in February, Saurav completed the W trek in Torres Del Paine National Park, Patagonia. He also visited Puerto Williams, the southernmost city in the world. And went scuba diving with sharks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/43fd74fb-edb1-41c2-a608-000e89f9e1e5/Annu.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2024 - VP Internal: Annu John Annu comes with 4+ years of experience serving as a compensation consultant and community management professional. She describes herself as an extrovert whose primary strengths are empathy, critical thinking, and foresight. As a woman from a developing country, India, who grew up in a minority community in Dubai - a cultural hotpot - and now pursuing her business degree along with a diverse and exceptionally talented group, she had the opportunity to meet people from different backgrounds which helped her value the uniqueness that each person brought to the table and the magic created from collaboration. She has been a part of the student council since her school and undergraduate days as she strongly believes in avenues that support the growth and development of the people around her. She loves exploring the nooks and corners of Vancouver, going for a walk in nature, making new friends and hearing their stories, and hosting game nights (she has an unhealthy obsession with games)! Fun Fact: Annu has tried her hand at stand-up and improv comedy until her friends and family had a sit-down to have a real talk about her future in comedy. She now sits on the front row and cheers the talented folks on! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/713408d6-b237-4610-a2a7-eef841e80c11/Chanda.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2024 - VP Events: Chanda Thakur Here’s Chanda- a true creative at heart who just so happened to excel in math, leading her down the path of science. She currently juggles her time between Sauder and Social Media, but let's be real, we all know which one keeps her on her toes! As an electronics engineer, Chanda has spent the past 6 years immersed in the world of nanometer technology, designing hardware circuits. However, now that she's back in the "real world," you might spot her running through Pacific Spirit Park, taking a plunge into the chilly ocean, or savoring a delicious bowl of ramen. Let's play a game of "Two Truths and a Lie". Here are three statements about her, but can you guess which one is the lie? Chanda was raised in the Himalayas | She can't read the Korean alphabet | Chanda has run a half marathon https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/b45947dd-503d-46f1-be20-d5d9c9c88fc9/Raghav.JPG Full Time Exec Council Class of 2024 - VP Finance: Raghav Bansal Meet Raghav - the finance wizard who can turn chaos into cash! From managing finances for NGOs in his teens, to heading credit and risk operations for a housing finance company, Raghav has done it all! He is currently a CFA Charterholder, with a deep passion for the fin-tech industry. Don't let his finance-focused brain fool you though - Raghav's got skills on the table tennis court too! In fact, he is a national-level player who can often be found reminiscing about his glory days with a paddle in hand at the MBA Lounge. He's also got a serious case of FOMO, which means he's usually the last one standing at any party! Fun Fact: Raghav learned swimming just a couple of years back, and its been tough to keep him away from water ever since! http://www.mbasociety.ca/full-time-exec-council-class-of-2027 daily 0.75 2026-04-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/79050d1b-196a-4f09-8f57-00b57b7c53cb/D1BDD92A-3AFD-49B4-A92C-28024CD8BA44+-+Saumya+Johri.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2027 - President: Saumya Johri Saumya Johri is an MBA candidate in Innovation and Entrepreneurship at UBC Sauder and serves as Class President for the Class of 2027. She brings a background in luxury retail leadership, brand management, and community building across Canada and international markets. Through her professional experience and close exposure to seniors and the realities of aging, Saumya developed a strong interest in senior care, ethical innovation, and technology that improves quality of life. She returned to business school to deepen her skills in strategy, leadership, and entrepreneurship. Known for her ability to connect people and ideas, Saumya is committed to strengthening the MBA community and helping her peers create meaningful and lasting impact. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/c6987628-87a4-4ddb-a554-03eecdb68254/VPExternal_Akshat_Profile+-+Akshat+Mandotra.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2027 - VP External: Akshat Mandotra Born in Jammu, India and now based in Vancouver, Akshat Mandotra is an MBA Candidate in the Class of 2027 at UBC Sauder and serves as Vice President - External for the MBA Society. Over the past eight years, he has built a rich tapestry of experiences across Canada, first establishing himself in Toronto, then planting roots in Kelowna where he continues to maintain a base with his family, and most recently moving to Vancouver to pursue his graduate studies. This cross-country journey has deepened his understanding of diverse cultural, and even business landscapes. With eight years of professional experience in revenue management, sales, and marketing strategy across Marriott, TELUS Business, and Bell Media, Akshat brings a relationship-focused and analytically driven approach to driving key partnerships between the MBA cohort and Vancouver's vibrant professional ecosystem. Whether he's been optimizing revenue strategies across hotel chains in India, building consultative relationships with enterprise clients, or driving account growth in media and broadcasting, he has consistently demonstrated an ability to translate strategy into measurable results. His track record includes award-winning sales performance, successful team mentorship, and a proven knack for navigating complex business relationships. Looking ahead, Akshat is charting a course in subjects related to Innovation and entrepreneurship finance, with aspirations to launch something meaningful and impactful of his own. His interests span marketing, public relations, and media relations, where he sees opportunities to leverage both his background and creative instincts. Beyond the boardroom, Akshat is an avid badminton player and spontaneous adventurer, often found planning last-minute road trips across mountain terrain by bike or car. He regularly dives into reading South Asian geopolitics and follows emerging defense technologies as a hobby. For Akshat, the mountains of British Columbia offer a familiar sense of home, much like the terrain of his native Jammu. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/5ff737c9-9d66-406e-9848-56ed4aec1cee/Disney2+-+Eva+Marie+Galura.JPG Full Time Exec Council Class of 2027 - VP Internal: Eva Galura Meet Eva. She laughs a lot, when she’s happy, when things get awkward, or just because that’s how Filipinos are. As a Product and Strategy Manager, she enjoys working with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems, balancing business growth, risk, and customer experience while creating meaningful impact. She loves cooking (with a dash of sugar, because why not?), long walks, meditating, binge-watching, and hanging out with her two dogs, just as quirky as she is. She values deep conversations and making real connections, always happy to chat. Eva approaches life with warmth, curiosity, and laughter sprinkled everywhere. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/ab8cca0d-39ea-4dee-8451-b1dc091cb5b2/IMG_2742+-+Phoebe+Wang.JPG Full Time Exec Council Class of 2027 - VP Finance: Phoebe Wang I’m Phoebe Wang, and as a CPA, I serve as VP Finance for the MBA Society. I’m currently pursuing a dual-track journey - an MBA at UBC Sauder and an MSc in Quantitative Management (Business Analytics) at Duke as I love turning complex problems into clear decisions. I’m the “numbers gal” who excels at budgets, process improvement, and making data useful for humans (not just spreadsheets). Outside of finance, I’m a certified rescue diver who remains calm under pressure, even when things get messy. I’m also big into wine, which means I’m equally comfortable discussing cash flow and Cabernet. Joke aside: if you have ideas to make the Society run better or more fun - let’s connect. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/03bdbd24-3c5a-4d35-bcd5-50b0407f49ce/%E1%84%89%E1%85%B3%E1%84%8F%E1%85%B3%E1%84%85%E1%85%B5%E1%86%AB%E1%84%89%E1%85%A3%E1%86%BA+2026-02-14+%E1%84%8B%E1%85%A9%E1%84%92%E1%85%AE+7.52.29.png Full Time Exec Council Class of 2027 - VP Communications: Hong-il Kim Hi! I’m Hong, but most people call me Tube from South Korea. I’m serving our community because I truly care about creating a positive and supportive environment. I believe even small positive signals can shift the mood in a meaningful way. A simple message, a kind word, or a small nudge can make a big difference. Through this role, I try to bring that energy into our MBA community. After talking with many of my cohort friends, I realized that everyone came here with their own story like different challenges, opportunities, and personal goals. That made me see how meaningful this MBA journey truly is for each of us. And it naturally made me want to contribute more to this community and be part of making this experience even better. If you’re curious about this role, our community, or just want to connect, I’m always happy to chat. Feel free to reach out on LinkedIn *Photo from my election speech! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/f00344e1-a24c-4ebe-92f6-cbff1a135b5e/IMG_1216+4.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2027 - VP Academics: Sydney Edwards As Vice-President Academics, Sydney is passionate about helping people and supporting the cohort in getting the most out of their MBA experience. She enjoys creating opportunities for collaboration, shared learning, and real-world applications, and is always eager to connect students with resources that help them succeed. Her background spans running her own small business, e-commerce, and retail operations, and she has a strong interest in innovation and growing women-owned businesses. Outside of school, Sydney can usually be found at the barn with her horse, spending time with family and friends, or walking her dog, Stevie, through Campbell Valley Park. She’s excited to support her cohort and make this a memorable academic year. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/d4ffe1c1-9b9d-482e-9f41-60ec2351c775/Adi+Soni+Headshot+-+aditya+soni.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2027 - VP Events: Aditya (Adi) Soni Aditya is a connector and community builder with a background in strategic HR and marketing. Originally from Mumbai, a coastal city sharing a multicultural heartbeat with Vancouver, he moved to BC ten years ago for his undergraduate degree at SFU. A driver of change and efficiency, Aditya spent years refining recruitment and HR operations before joining the MBA program at UBC Sauder, specializing in Entrepreneurship and Innovation. As Vice President of Events, Aditya is dedicated to creating inclusive spaces where his cohort can connect beyond the classroom. He aims to foster a vibrant community that supports both personal and professional growth. Looking ahead, Aditya is passionate about building systems and companies that redefine the "bottom line," seeking to balance long-term profitability with a positive, lasting socio-economic impact. When he isn’t buried in cases, you can find Aditya balancing his love for hosting with much-needed downtime to reset. An "introverted extrovert," he thrives on bringing people together for a night of stand-up comedy or a spontaneous road trip, but equally treasures his time as a homebody. To stay active, he swaps the books for the gym, a swim, or a game of badminton. His curiosity extends far beyond the classroom, with interests ranging from deep dives into geopolitics and evolving health-tech trends to exploring the best of the Pacific Northwest with friends. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/e06d42f3-fbb0-4928-915c-0a73edf0df72/VP+Student+Dev_RahulPyne+-+Rahul+Pyne.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2027 - VP Student Development: Rahul Pyne Curiosity and a builder’s mindset have taken Rahul Pyne from mastering computer science at Northeastern University to shipping products in major tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft—and now to a full-time MBA at UBC Sauder. Rahul spent nearly 10 years in software engineering, building cloud and data-driven systems while learning what great leadership looks like in practice. He is especially driven by developing people—creating clarity, mentoring peers, and helping others take ownership and grow into confident leaders. As VP of Student Development, Rahul aims to cultivate new leaders across the cohort through practical, high-impact opportunities—peer sessions on storytelling, networking, and professional development—while fostering a supportive culture where everyone feels seen and encouraged to step up. Rahul also brings a strong sustainability lens to his work and decisions, focused on building solutions and communities that balance growth with long-term responsibility and positive impact. http://www.mbasociety.ca/cheese-club daily 0.75 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/a73814a5-ccdc-4d12-bfa9-6044bdb76a9e/Cheese_Club_Banner+-+Lisa.png Cheese Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/ce55726d-caff-41b3-a6dd-bee4bcdcd4cc/Sauder25-1493+-+Lisa.jpg Cheese Club - President: Lisa Popplewell Hi! I’m the president of the Cheese Club, and my love for cheese started with a simple grilled cheese sandwich that somehow turned into a full-blown obsession. What began as a hobby quickly became a way to bring people together, and now I get to do that as our club leader. I’m passionate about building a welcoming community where everyone feels comfortable, included, and well-fed! http://www.mbasociety.ca/real-estate-capital-club daily 0.75 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1769900217149-RC9BDGKO44YRXZJIFIUE/unsplash-image-9CPAjGVB378.jpg Real Estate & Capital Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/b11192e3-8ade-4a88-862c-f36e2a3ce46a/Sauder25-2194+-+amin+parnianpour.jpg Real Estate & Capital Club - President: Amin Parnian Pour I have an athletic mindset and strongly believe in teamwork, discipline, and building good systems. Sports have always been a big part of my life, so you’ll usually find me on a tennis court, at the gym, or sitting in a café talking to people and ideas. I also have an entrepreneurial mindset and enjoy building, experimenting, and turning ideas into action. I’ve been in the real estate industry for the past few years, and what I love about it goes far beyond buying and selling. Real estate shapes how cities grow, creates jobs, brings communities together, and supports the 24/7 lifestyles people live today. That mix of people, cities, and impact is what keeps me excited. http://www.mbasociety.ca/alumni-representatives-club daily 0.75 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/7af6c653-b9c0-4fa8-a68c-a22f093e6c6a/TheAlumniRepresentativeClub_Banner+-+Alejandro+Gaita%CC%81n+Rueda.png Alumni Representatives Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/abac8e45-04c9-4506-ba5f-825871cef08c/TheAlumniRepresentativeClub_Alejandro+Gaitan+Rueda+-+Alejandro+Gaita%CC%81n+Rueda.png Alumni Representatives Club - Co-President: Alejandro Gaitán Rueda I’m Alejandro, but most people call me Alejo or Ale. I enjoy building meaningful connections and bringing people together through shared experiences and honest conversations. As Co-President of the Alumni Representative Club, I help create opportunities for students and alumni to connect in ways that feel genuine and lasting. During my MBA, I’ve focused on developing business initiatives that create positive social impact and turn ideas into action. Years of volunteering and experience across public and private sector projects shaped my interest in collaboration, execution, and long-term value creation. I also enjoy being an ambassador for my home country, Colombia, by sharing its positive stories and realities, and encouraging others to experience it firsthand. Outside of school, you’ll often find me swimming, traveling, dancing, and trying new cuisines. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/82a66819-ddb1-4fe0-912d-a41d0f8db62d/personal+headshot+-+Frank+Li.jpg Alumni Representatives Club - Co-President: Frank LI YI Frank LI YI is a UBC Sauder MBA candidate and Co President of the Alumni Representative Club. Having grown up in Canada and later co founded tourism ventures in Beijing, he brings a founder mindset, a business strategy focus, and operational discipline, supported by clear partner and guest communication. He has led teams and coordinated events and vendors to strengthen service operations and deliver measurable efficiency gains. At Sauder, he drives relationship building and business development, partnering with Sauder BCC and other student clubs to deliver panels, workshops, and networking focused on careers, leadership, and the Canadian workplace context.. http://www.mbasociety.ca/podcast-club daily 0.75 2026-02-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/74bdf127-e70d-4916-8202-fe2dc21f87a1/Screenshot+2026-01-24+at+8.58.09%E2%80%AFpm+-+seerat+kaur.png Podcast Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1db82d63-3d06-48ae-b8fe-1e915c3f3a00/Head+photo+-+Kae+Yokoyama.jpg Podcast Club - Co-President: Kae Yokoyama Hi, I’m Kae, a UBC MBA student with a background in hedge fund accounting and a big interest in how people grow through change. Before business school, I worked on fund reporting and process improvements, and I loved turning messy data into clear stories that help teams make decisions. Outside of class, I enjoy building communities that feel welcoming and practical, especially for students navigating new cities, careers, and cultures. As Co-President of the MBA Podcast Club, I’m excited to create a space where students share real experiences, lessons learned, and the moments that shaped them, so others feel a little more confident in their own journey. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/80f4ec6b-80d2-479c-a739-d43264d32469/Sauder25-334.jpg Podcast Club - Co-President: Seerat Kaur I am a storyteller at heart with a background in finance and strategy, and I believe powerful ideas only matter if they’re shared well. Throughout my journey, I’ve seen how stories shape brands, careers, and communities and podcasts are one of the most authentic ways to tell them. I started the Podcast Club to create a space where curious minds can find their voice. http://www.mbasociety.ca/operations-supply-chain-club daily 0.75 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/c8fe8d0f-a130-4a4e-ac9e-79b393a1b464/OperationsSupplyChain_banner+-+Sibi+Chandrasekar.jpeg Operations & Supply Chain Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/fb40ab72-cd48-4364-8f2c-fc03c1107b79/Ebow+A+Quaicoe+Ops+and+SC+-+Ebow+Acheampong-Quaicoe.jpg Operations & Supply Chain Club - Co-President: Ebow A. Quaicoe With over a decade of experience in the high-stakes world of aviation and maritime logistics, Ebow brings a practical, execution-first approach to the leadership of the Operations & Supply Chain Club. His professional career is built on a foundation of rigorous risk management and a drive for measurable improvement, which he leverages to ensure the club’s growth. As a Chartered Shipbroker, logistician and Supply Chain professional, Ebow is known for helping peers translate complex academic theory into high-impact, real-world results. As Co-President, he is dedicated to building a resilient and sustainable community that thrives despite modern global challenges. Ebow is bilingual in English and French and is currently expanding his linguistic repertoire with Spanish. When he isn’t optimizing logistics networks or driving club initiatives, you can find him on the tennis court or enjoying quality time with his family. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/a9c9a475-a2d5-409d-a1ca-14fec231b408/OperationsSupplyChain_Sibi_Profile+-+Sibi+Chandrasekar.jpg Operations & Supply Chain Club - Co-President: Sibi Chandrasekar Sibi is a mechanical engineer with experience working in the logistics sector, designing optimal warehouse processes and executing greenfield and brownfield projects. Aside from technical and analytical skills, he brings a deep commitment to continuous learning and to collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver value. Currently pursuing an MBA at Sauder to widen operational knowledge and strengthen his strategic leadership and problem-solving skills. In his free time, he enjoys learning languages and classic literature. http://www.mbasociety.ca/sauder-gives-backs-club daily 0.75 2026-02-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/c277dead-12fe-4e9d-838e-b8879e916566/Sauder_Gives_Back_Banner+-+Sybelle+Etienne.jpg Sauder Gives Backs Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/3df7b64f-b5d5-47d4-9d1d-3e133ea22651/6FC91ECA-F09C-4845-8609-34BBD0A0BB1B+-+Rika+Sharma.jpeg Sauder Gives Backs Club - Co-President: Paarika Sharma Rika Sharma grew up moving around India because of her dad’s job, so she got used to new cities, new routines, and making a home pretty quickly wherever she landed. She now spends a lot of time exploring Vancouver between classes and club chaos. Rika has experience across entrepreneurship, startups, and corporate roles, and she’s drawn to community work that’s practical and easy for busy students to show up for. With Sauder Gives Back, she focuses on creating low-pressure ways for students to get involved locally. When she’s off-duty, you’ll usually find her taking photos, reading, baking, or trying to convince people to play board games. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/bbf64b2a-bba4-4432-aa3a-5d2885da7ad1/Sauder+Gives+Back+Sybelle+Etienne+Profile+-+Sybelle+Etienne.jpg Sauder Gives Backs Club - Co-President: Sybelle Etienne Sybelle brings a deep commitment to community impact shaped by her upbringing in Haiti and her professional experience working with nonprofit organizations. From a young age, volunteering and giving back were embedded in her everyday life, grounding her belief that meaningful change starts locally and is sustained through care and consistency. At Sauder Gives Back, she is excited to create opportunities for students to engage with the Vancouver community in thoughtful and practical ways. Outside of school, Sybelle’s interests span fashion, reading, and dance, spaces where creativity, culture, and self expression intersect with purpose. http://www.mbasociety.ca/net-impact-club daily 0.75 2026-02-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1736369905415-ZXHDA0K4M39BBVYPFY61/net+impact+photo.jpg Net Impact Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/52e8939b-f4e2-4bb8-88f5-611ef0ac419d/NetImpactClub_Mariajose+Pineda_Profile+-+Mariajose%CC%81+Pineda.jpg Net Impact Club - Co-President: Mariajosé Pineda Gonzalez Mariajosé is a co-founder of Amamba, a coffee and juice bar she helped build and operate in Mexico City. Through her entrepreneurial journey, she developed a strong interest in environmental and social sustainability after experiencing how operational choices affect both people and the environment. At Amamba, she worked on reducing the business’s environmental footprint (rethinking sourcing, waste, and daily practices), while maintaining profitability and a community-centered model. That experience shaped her conviction that small businesses can be both sustainable and financially viable, and motivated her to pursue an MBA to explore how these principles can scale within larger organizations. She is particularly interested in impact investing as both a platform and a philosophy—one that uses capital to support innovative, scalable solutions at the intersection of business and society. Mariajosé believes meaningful change is driven by collaboration, social engagement, and thoughtful capital allocation. She is always open to connecting and can be reached on LinkedIn. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/694ecba8-ad0d-421c-af2d-ff1c18aeca7f/ZachWilson+-+Zach+Wilson.jpg Net Impact Club - Co-President: Zach Wilson Zach is an MBA candidate at UBC Sauder specializing in Climate & Finance, with a background in data science, financial modeling, and sustainability analytics. Prior to his MBA, he worked as a Data Scientist at Spin Master, supporting pricing, demand, and portfolio decisions across global brands, and earlier at IKEA Canada, where he contributed to national sustainability reporting and business cases linking environmental performance with financial outcomes. These experiences shaped his conviction that sustainability is most effective when grounded in rigorous analysis and real economic trade-offs. He is particularly interested in how data and finance can be used to integrate climate risk and long-term value creation into core business and investment decisions. As a leader within the Net Impact Club, Zach is passionate about fostering a collaborative, practical community where students can build skills at the intersection of finance, data, and impact. http://www.mbasociety.ca/women-in-business-club daily 0.75 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/68849221-0135-4862-8f21-0a26eacc884a/women+in+business+-+Chantal+Elias.JPG Women in Business Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/8e9165d2-8cb8-4f24-bbba-8c5f86352fbc/IMG_0249+-+Chantal+Elias.JPG Women in Business Club - Co-President: Chantal Elias Chantal attributes much of her inspiration, and success, to being surrounded by powerful female mentors and community. Raised in England and Toronto, Chantal spent the last few years working in Washington, D.C. in societal issue management and reputational risk. The past year took her to France and Morocco, progressing her French language skills and broadening her global understanding. Moved to climate action from her love of nature and desire to better the world, Chantal is pursuing her MBA to learn how to effectively help corporations decarbonize. Chantal believes deeply in the importance of genuine connection and comradery. Throughout her life she’s been surrounded by close knit female groups, in school, extracurriculars, and in the workplace. She is so excited to be running Women in Business with her dear friend, Husan. Together, they are motivated to create opportunities and community for their classmates. Activities that energize her: Cycling, yoga, playing piano and guitar, and anything that doesn’t include a laptop. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/0b2af307-a628-4db5-a1e9-afba7f742ece/Sauder25-370+-+Husandeep+Kaur.jpg Women in Business Club - Co-President: Husandeep Kaur Born and raised in India, I grew up witnessing many women struggle to speak up for themselves, both in professional settings and personal spaces within a male-dominated society. Leaving my family behind and moving abroad at a young age pushed me far beyond my comfort zone and gave me the opportunity to build the life I had always envisioned. Over time, I realized that women’s strongest supporters are often other women. There is a unique sense of comfort, strength, and belonging that comes from being surrounded by women who uplift one another. This realization inspired me to be part of something bigger—to help create a safe, trusted space where women can connect, support each other, and grow together. After studying science, project management, and supply chain management prior to my MBA, and working in the supply chain industry for several years, I became even more aware of how underrepresented women are in this field. Rather than discouraging me, this motivated me to push myself further so I can create impact, challenge norms, and inspire others to do the same. Outside of work and studies, you’ll find me paddle boarding on the lake or hiking the beautiful mountains of British Columbia. Kindness is my way of living, and it reflects in everything I do- this is also how I hope to shape Women in Business: a kind, safe, and strong community. http://www.mbasociety.ca/consumer-product-and-retail-business-club-cpgrb daily 0.75 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1736371532800-ST4DLMQXMHGV7CFH440P/csm_Packaged-goods-shipping-boxes-store-setting-300ppi_39baf657f2.jpg Consumer Product and Retail Business Club (CPGRB) https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/c17e8e3c-346d-4fa8-8db8-b74a5b2a4c2f/Sauder25-1858+-+Shrey+Modi.jpg Consumer Product and Retail Business Club (CPGRB) - President: Shrey Modi I bring a combination of engineering training and professional experience in retail and e-commerce operations, having supported teams across merchandising, supply chain, and store leadership functions. My experience in fast-moving consumer environments sparked a strong interest in understanding how retail and consumer product strategies are executed at scale. Supported by APICS CPIM training, I’m particularly focused on the intersection of operations, data, and customer outcomes. As President of the Consumer Product and Retail Business Club, I aim to deliver practical programming and industry engagement that helps students better understand careers within this evolving sector. http://www.mbasociety.ca/public-speaking-club daily 0.75 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/8d49dbe6-0d01-4c6e-909f-3e5994e925c9/PublicSpeakingClub_Banner+-+Stephen+Payette.png Public Speaking Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/971fc927-2df4-4a03-86da-7444c3691efa/PublicSpeakingClub_StephenPayette_Profile+-+Stephen+Payette.jpg Public Speaking Club - President: Stephen Payette Stephen Payette is an actor, writer, improviser, and stand-up comedian from St. John’s, Newfoundland, with over a decade of experience studying comedy and storytelling across Canada and the U.S. He spent six years as a national improv instructor with the Canadian Improv Games and trained at Upright Citizens Brigade in Los Angeles. Stephen has performed stand-up at Yuk Yuk’s and recorded a Just For Laughs Originals album. His screen credits include Netflix, CBC, and Citytv. Stephen is passionate about storytelling and helping others overcome performance anxiety. His goal is to take the lessons he learned through performing and translate them to practical business skills. http://www.mbasociety.ca/golf-club daily 0.75 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/4afa2428-bd98-4a20-b28c-35911be8e9a4/SauderMBAGolfClub_Banner+-+Steve+Powell.jpeg Golf Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/592fa417-b2cd-41c9-94d7-515ead250e22/Sauder25-1471+-+Sason+Ross.jpg Golf Club - Co-President: Sason Ross Golf has always been my favourite excuse to bring great people together. I’m deeply passionate about the game. I don't just love playing the game, but building experiences around it. I’ve organized group trips to bucket-list courses like Bandon Dunes and Cabot Cliffs, along with regular rounds at top local tracks. I love the strategy, precision, and relationships golf creates. I may not always drive for show, but I certainly always putt for dough! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/2aab1f7f-9949-4f02-807a-33b84b5f4459/SauderAIClub_Steve_Profile+-+Steve+Powell.png Golf Club - Co-President: Steve Powell Steve is terrible at golf—but he loves it! As a relative newbie, he enjoys everything from getting up at 4:30 AM for a sunrise tee time followed by drills at the practice range, to playing an easy round of pitch-n-putt. The main thing Steve wants to do is share his enthusiasm for the sport while showing that anyone can enjoy golf. http://www.mbasociety.ca/finance-club daily 0.75 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1588604318966-9RJTJDO77PZ2XRS8LK3Z/black-calculator-near-ballpoint-pen-on-white-printed-paper-53621.jpg Finance Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/637c4474-3082-4dfd-88f0-007c0bdcd370/Celine+head+photo+-+Kae+Yokoyama.jpeg Finance Club - Co-President: Celine Agatha Celine Agatha is the Co-President of the Finance Club and is excited to bring a global perspective to the role. Before starting her MBA, she worked across Asia: from analyzing crypto markets in Jakarta to supporting payment systems and compliance in Singapore. She’s fascinated by how finance connects people, businesses, and economies, and loves creating opportunities for members to explore everything from investment banking and fintech to asset management and corporate finance. When she’s not talking finance, Celine is busy with Pilates classes, discovering new food spots, and making the most of the West Coast lifestyle. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/40962237-4503-458a-abd3-06b850e2c74a/Head+photo+-+Kae+Yokoyama.jpg Finance Club - Co-President: Kae Yokoyama Kae Yokoyama is a Co-President of the Finance Club and is excited to help build a welcoming community for students who are curious about finance. Before starting her MBA, she developed a strong foundation in accounting and financial reporting, which sparked her interest in making finance feel clear, practical, and usable. At Sauder, Kae enjoys creating beginner-friendly learning opportunities and bringing in speakers who share real-world perspectives across corporate finance, banking, and investing. She also loves collaborating with classmates from different industries and career goals to bring ideas into action. When she is not talking finance, Kae is staying active, discovering new food spots, and exploring British Columbia. http://www.mbasociety.ca/innovation-and-entrepreneurship-club daily 0.75 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/9b11ca87-dcef-40c4-804d-fdfcb4d29324/Innovation+and+Entrepreneurship_banner+-+Saman+Tahvili.jpg Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/82929512-a1d4-4839-a9b0-88bf332a4e75/Innovation+entrepreneurship_Saman_Profile+-+Saman+Tahvili.jpeg Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club - President: Saman Tahvili Saman is an entrepreneur and co-founder of OpenHaus Technology Inc., a platform focused on bringing greater transparency and efficiency to real estate transactions. Previously, he worked in the real estate development sector as a project manager delivering and managing complex projects. Saman is passionate about entrepreneurship, innovation, and the application of artificial intelligence to real-world problems. Outside of work and school, he is an avid tennis player and enjoys staying active. His goal is to show that entrepreneurship, while often perceived as risky or intimidating, is far more achievable when pursued alongside a community of like-minded, driven peers. http://www.mbasociety.ca/product-service-management-club daily 0.75 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/1652194922913-5MS09CEJ4CEVNKB4B7IC/Wallpaper_PSM.png Product & Service Management Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/569d22e6-1a9c-4e6e-8e26-107118ab9851/Anam-Profile+-+Anam+Hussain.webp Product & Service Management Club - Co-President: Anam Hussain Anam Hussain is a user-centric technologist with eight years of experience spanning software engineering, data analysis, and project delivery. Now advancing her craft through the MBA at UBC Sauder, she brings a rare blend of technical depth and strategic clarity to every problem she touches. Her experience includes legacy system modernizations and building data tools that support critical decision‑making across the banking, healthtech, retail, and consultancy sectors. Anam strongly believes business strategy, modern technology, and collaborative people intersect in translating ambiguity into genuinely useful solutions. Her creativity is fueled by travelling, exploring new cultures, and the energy she draws from connecting with communities. That same spirit shows up in her leadership within the Product & Service Management Club, where she’s committed to helping her peers turn curiosity into real product impact. Through workshops, networking events, and hands‑on skill‑building, Anam is dedicated to supporting fellow MBA students as they navigate their transition into product management roles. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/4a218523-bf8a-49d3-9ee1-3f95bd5d6af9/PSM_Japman_Profile+-+Japman+Singh.jpg Product & Service Management Club - Co-President: Japman Singh Monga Japman, with a background in software engineering and experience building enterprise SaaS applications at UnitedHealth Group, equips his technical foundation to bridge engineering and product strategy, translating between what's feasible, what users need, and what drives business value. Now pursuing his MBA at UBC Sauder, he brings this technical credibility to product leadership. As Co-President of the Product & Service Management Club, Japman embodies a community-driven leadership philosophy shaped by his diverse experience across multiple dimensions. He led variegated teams at NIT Delhi, built and mentored engineering teams at UnitedHealth Group, and championed cross-functional initiatives throughout his career. Now at Sauder, he's dedicated to helping MBA students succeed in product management through workshops, networking, and hands-on skill-building, and believes that great product leaders elevate those around them. http://www.mbasociety.ca/wellness-in-business-club daily 0.75 2026-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/4e97e0ca-a0ad-4186-9f5f-809ac8040b6f/WhatsApp+Image+2026-01-22+at+9.39.58+PM+-+Susanna+Coss.jpeg Wellness in Business Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/14dbe052-f512-40aa-be2d-2c5a05980542/49d35886-8c9d-4fb0-b67e-8fa507ae62e6+-+Susanna+Coss.jpg Wellness in Business Club - Co-President: Susanna Coss Susanna is passionate about building connection and exploring the role wellbeing plays in how people show up together. A former competitive lacrosse player, she later found her way to endurance running, using movement as a source of structure, balance, and community. Before her MBA, she spent several years in health technology, supporting neuroscience-informed research, data, and education focused on nervous system regulation. Now completing her MBA, Susanna is interested in embedding wellness into business strategy and culture, and in creating spaces for more sustainable ways of connecting and working together. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/0f941f9d-85f2-42bc-aae3-695c589873f2/Wellness_in_Business_Club_Yukari+Inoue_Profile+-+Yukari+Inoue.jpg Wellness in Business Club - Co-President: Yukari Inoue Yukari believes that true empowerment comes from the courage to explore the unknown. She lives this value through her commitment to a plant-based lifestyle, sobriety, and physical challenges like backcountry hiking and rock climbing. These choices have introduced her to vibrant communities and cherished friendships. By prioritizing holistic wellness, she finds the resilience needed to embrace new challenges in both her personal life and career. Currently an MBA in progress, Yukari focuses on the intersection of health and commerce, aiming to build ventures that prioritize human wellbeing. http://www.mbasociety.ca/outdoor-photography-club daily 0.75 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/5259990b-f0d9-4939-a2e3-4f6b984cec50/Outdoor_photography_banner+-+Manuel+Te.jpg Outdoor Photography Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/17676736-461a-4b5d-84d4-0b3e3703e7c9/Outdoor_photography_Manuel_Trachsler+-+Manuel+Te.jpeg Outdoor Photography Club - Co-President: Manuel Trachsler avid enthusiasts of the outdoors and connaisseurs of photography https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/8701da7b-288e-4362-a735-11bd4a477e2f/Sauder25-255+-+Mickey+Ainslie+Holmes.jpg Outdoor Photography Club - Co-President: Mickey Holmes The Outdoor Photography Club is less about perfection and more about remembering time spent outside. For me, photos are a way to hold onto moments—long days on the trail, changing light, and shared experiences with others. Through the club, and especially our two annual photo competitions, I love seeing how different people capture and interpret the same outdoors we explore together. My goal as Co-President is to create a welcoming space where members come together, get outside often, and share stories through photos that reflect both personal memories and a collective appreciation for the natural world. http://www.mbasociety.ca/sports-club daily 0.75 2026-02-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/0e0554e0-ca44-4e21-bf7f-3c729fe13554/Sports+Club+Image+-+Behram+Haider+Warraich.png Sports Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/6b7fa883-cd9c-4993-b9bd-af5ab7e57e2b/WhatsApp+Image+2026-02-06+at+06.17.04.jpeg Sports Club - Co-President: Behram Warraich Having been a sports enthusiast for as long as I can remember, I bring in great zeal and zest to participate in sporting events and encourage others to do so as well. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/313b6ddb-8710-420c-a355-2751f21e947e/Sports_Digvijay+Dodiya_Profile+-+Digvijaysinh+Dodia.jpeg Sports Club - Co-President: Digvijay Dodiya Born and raised in India, I’ve been in Ontario for the past four years recently moved to Vancouver. I come from a Mechanical Engineering background and have spent the last three years working in manufacturing. Along the way, I’ve always stayed active through sports like badminton, tennis, volleyball, and pretty much any sports! Anything that gets the heart racing and the competitive spirit going excites me. For me, sports are the perfect mix of fun, intensity, and stress relief, plus a great excuse to meet new people. Whether it’s a serious game or just playing for laughs, I’m always up for it. We’re excited to get everyone involved and organize fun, energetic events for the MBA Class! http://www.mbasociety.ca/consulting-club daily 0.75 2026-01-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/00ff1c94-07f8-4232-9d26-b6d19588eb92/Consulting+Club_Banner+-+Matthew+Schmidt.jpg Consulting Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/2239f591-89b5-4171-a778-d5d0d2586bbe/Consulting+Club_Matt+Schmidt_Profile+-+Matthew+Schmidt.jpg Consulting Club - President: Matt Schmidt I am a very driven and responsible professional with a foundation in project management, technical analysis and problem solving. I have a background in Civil Engineering and excel when implementing data driven analysis within business scenarios to develop effective solutions. I am passionate in complex problem solving, creative strategizing and leading teams towards a common goal. I am committed to build a collaborative environment where members can build communication, analytical and problem solving skills essential for a career in consulting. http://www.mbasociety.ca/ai-club daily 0.75 2026-02-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/65b7878f-73f4-4cae-9a14-aa9d53d13b08/SauderAIClub_Banner+-+Steve+Powell.png AI Club https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/592fa417-b2cd-41c9-94d7-515ead250e22/Sauder25-1471+-+Sason+Ross.jpg AI Club - Co-President: Sason Ross Sason Ross is an MBA at UBC Sauder and President of the Vancouver Liberals. He previously worked in Canadian federal politics, advising senior ministers and supporting election campaigns across British Columbia. Today, his work sits at the intersection of politics, AI, and community building, with a focus on translating emerging technology into real-world institutions. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/2aab1f7f-9949-4f02-807a-33b84b5f4459/SauderAIClub_Steve_Profile+-+Steve+Powell.png AI Club - Co-President: Steve Powell Steve has a background in electrical and computer engineering and over a decade of experience working with machine learning and AI systems in engineering and operations leadership roles. An early adopter of emerging technologies, he is deeply interested in their broader impact—especially how they shape human behavior, organizations, and society. http://www.mbasociety.ca/full-time-exec-council-class-of-2026 daily 0.75 2026-04-01 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/31ee7d8d-7c29-4f93-afb3-ac0bfa6474ae/FTMBA-Wong%2CAlexander+%287%29+-+Alexander+Wong.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2026 - President: Alexander Wong Alexander Wong is a seasoned business professional with a background in medical research and consulting. Born and raised in Hong Kong, he moved to Vancouver in 2015 to pursue a Bachelor of Commerce (Honors) in Marketing from the UBC Sauder School of Business. During his career, he consulted for and sold projects to some of the top 10 pharmaceutical companies and medical guideline organizations. Seeking to further expand his strategic business expertise and leadership capabilities, Alexander returned to his alma mater to pursue an MBA at UBC Sauder. Outside his professional endeavors, Alexander values family, cultural diversity, and personal growth. With his cross-cultural upbringing as half-Chinese and half-German, he brings a global mindset to his leadership approach. His vision as MBA Society President is to strengthen community bonds, drive student-led initiatives, and inspire his peers to make a lasting impact both within the program and in their future careers. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/ea90daee-3365-4b68-a131-605a29a855f3/IMG_1864+-+Skylar.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2026 - VP Academics: Skylar Kylstra Skylar Kylstra is the Vice President of Academics for the UBC MBA Society, bringing her experience in sustainability, climate solutions, and academia. Prior to starting the MBA, she most recently worked as a Senior Analyst at Ostrom Climate Solutions, where she designed large-scale land-use carbon projects and developed financial and carbon models to drive climate impact. With a Master of Land and Water Systems and a Bachelor of Science in Global Resource Systems from UBC, she has contributed to innovative projects in carbon markets and sustainability while being involved in community projects. Being raised in Washington State, Skylar has always been inspired by the natural world and the importance of sustainable living. A passionate advocate for environmental and social change, she has represented youth at two UN Climate Change Conferences, advocating for stronger climate commitments. Her career is defined by a dedication to bridging science, policy, and business to create meaningful global impact. Through her role as VP Academics, she is committed to enhancing the MBA academic experience, fostering collaboration, and strengthening the program for her cohort and future students. Outside of her professional and academic pursuits, Skylar finds balance through pilates, which she credits for keeping her grounded and focused. A travel enthusiast, she has visited 30 countries and counting, always eager to immerse herself in new cultures and landscapes. Whether snowboarding on the slopes, planning her next adventure, or enjoying meaningful conversations, she thrives on connecting with people and exploring the world’s endless opportunities for growth and discovery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/f33a9174-00a7-4894-bcd4-8663f27356ac/WhatsApp+Image+2025-01-25+at+00.19.51.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2026 - VP Communication: Srihari Easwaran Meet Srihari, a connector of people, ideas, and opportunities. Born into the rich heritage of India and raised in the dynamic city of Dubai, Srihari grew up at the intersection of East meets West. Living in such a vibrant cultural hub has allowed him to meet people from all walks of life, giving him the ability to connect deeply and build meaningful relationships with anyone, anywhere. Professionally, Srihari has worked in collaboration with globally renowned brands like Gucci, Balenciaga, and Adidas, where he played a pivotal role in managing their of supply chain operations, finance, and strategy. Armed with a bachelor’s degree in Finance from the UK and an ACCA qualification, he combines technical expertise with a global perspective to drive impactful outcomes. Outside of work, Srihari’s passions take him off the beaten path—literally. A car enthusiast with a love for classic vehicles and 4x4s, he finds joy in off-roading adventures in the deserts of Dubai, often sharing these moments with friends and family. His family remains his greatest support system and an integral part of his life. Now in Canada, Srihari continues to embrace his love for the outdoors while immersing himself in new landscapes and experiences. As VP Communications for his MBA cohort, Srihari is excited to channel his passion for storytelling and relationship-building to foster meaningful connections and create unforgettable moments. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/39b1ac06-3de5-419a-882c-46d172ec0585/WhatsApp+Image+2025-01-20+at+14.12.34.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2026 - VP Events: Neel Duttaroy Neel has collected degrees like Pokémon cards—starting with a Bachelor’s in Commerce, leveling up with a Master’s in Politics and International Relations, and now chasing an MBA at UBC Sauder. Before hopping over to Vancouver, he was busy making waves in India, diving into education and policymaking, collaborating with governments on large-scale education projects, and mentoring early-stage non-profit entrepreneurs like a real-life Yoda. Having lived in 8 cities in under 30 years, Neel is basically a walking, talking UNESCO cultural site. With cross-cultural and multilingual superpowers, he’s the ultimate vibe-setter, creating spaces where everyone feels at home—whether it’s a classroom, boardroom, or a dance floor. When he’s not conjuring up ideas to build communities or catching up on MBA-deprived sleep, you’ll find Neel glued to F1 races, dissecting political trends, or crunching election results like a human Excel sheet. His mission? To make life at UBC as colorful and dynamic as his personality—one quirky event or adventure at a time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/3699a00c-a63f-4e8c-96cb-4d780591be42/Screen+Shot+2024-11-30+at+7.40.49+PM+-+Tony+Todorova.png Full Time Exec Council Class of 2026 - VP External: Tony Todorova Tony is excited to serve her cohort as VP External of the MBA Society. Given her professional journey spanning non-profit sector and academic research, she is a natural bridge-builder. She is at her best when she’s able to forge new connections. She constantly seeks to blur the line between disciplines: bringing in her previous training in the sciences and humanities to the business world and vice versa. Professionally, she has dedicated years to advancing research, health promotion and equity-focused initiatives. This has inspired a career pivot toward business where she’s focused building financial acumen and learning how to drive momentum for the causes that she loves. Her journey is defined by a commitment to meaningful impact and creating spaces where others can thrive. As VP External, she champions inclusivity and connection, ensuring their classmates are seen, supported, and celebrated. In her downtime, she enjoys reading, building up her CD collection, hiking Vancouver’s breathtaking trails, and kayaking. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/00dd2531-9ec2-44f2-a02a-ac9cc09a2e20/Photo1+-+Darren+Li.png Full Time Exec Council Class of 2026 - VP Finance: Darren Li Darren is a full-stack finance professional with 5 years experience in quantitative finance and investment banking. Excited by the intersection of finance and technology, Darren is eager to drive impactful solutions in the investment world and collaborate on innovative opportunities. But Darren isn’t all spreadsheets and algorithms—he’s a former biochem researcher and an adventurous foodie. From experimenting with science and technologies to exploring Vancouver’s culinary scene, he embodies a spirit of curiosity and innovation. When not crunching numbers, you’ll find him hiking, skiing, or connecting with friends over a great meal. With a passion for fostering collaboration and elevating student initiatives, Darren brings both expertise and enthusiasm to his VP Finance role. Whether it’s navigating budgets or hiking trails, he’s always ready for the next challenge! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/dba31f9f-9649-4750-a85d-8a54e2ccc090/WhatsApp+Image+2025-01-26+at+21.52.19.jpeg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2026 - VP Internal: Rex Sun Rex is excited to bring energy and enthusiasm to the UBC MBA Society as VP Internal, where he’s committed to creating a connected and vibrant community for everyone. With years of experience in leadership and strategy, Rex thrives on solving challenges and fostering collaboration. Beyond the boardroom, Rex is an adventurer at heart. He’s traveled to more than two dozen countries, embracing new cultures, cuisines, and perspectives at every stop. From savoring croissants in France to enjoying tapas in Spain, strolling through temples in Japan to exploring the serene beauty of Sri Lanka, Rex believes the best part of traveling is the people he meets along the way. An avid skier and self-proclaimed winter sports enthusiast, Rex has already conquered over 200 kilometers on Whistler’s stunning slopes this season! Whether he’s sharing tips as a ski coach or carving new paths down the mountain, Rex is always up for an adventure. Rex loves connecting with new people and hearing their stories. Have a question, idea, or just want to say hi? Reach out to him—he’s always happy to chat and make new friends! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/551c5bf5e4b0404100c6411f/785cc070-4bbe-4643-bb80-6e958ddd97c6/gillian+-+Gillian+Gainham.jpg Full Time Exec Council Class of 2026 - VP Student Development: Gillian Gainham Gillian brings a wealth of experience across diverse industries, including retail, fashion, entrepreneurship, and real estate. With a strong passion for design and strategy, Gillian approaches her work with a creative and forward-thinking mindset. Driven by a commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and empowering others, she cultivates a leadership style and decision-making approach focused on creating environments that inspire meaningful change. Outside of her professional and academic commitments, she loves working on her golf game, running, and traveling, finding inspiration and relaxation through exploring new cultures and landscapes. As a foodie, she also enjoys discovering unique flavours and cuisines, which fuel her curiosity and appreciation for diversity.