Our board is strategically governed by
Cynthia Puddu
Cynthia Puddu is an Assistant Professor at Grant MacEwan University in the faculty of Health and Community studies. In her research she works closely with unhoused youth in Edmonton to understand how socio-political systems and policies impact their experiences. Cynthia is interested in using her research to work as an ally and advocate for populations that have been historically silenced.
Rochelle Ignacio
Rochelle Ignacio (she/her) is a safety and inclusion specialist who is passionate about equity, diversity and inclusion. She has a Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology from the University of Alberta with a major in Family Ecology and minor in Community Diversity, as well as an Occupational Health and Safety Certificate. She strongly believes in community building, volunteerism, and advocating for marginalized individuals and groups of people.
Rochelle is the CEO and Founder of Enid Rose Collective which houses her personal portfolio and consultative services. as well as being the Operations Business Officer of Black Owned Market Edmonton (BOM YEG) which is a volunteer collective who aim to uplift Black owned businesses, entrepreneurs and creatives.
Robb Campre
Robb’s focus has been through education, arts/culture, athletics and business development to better the lives and communities he has worked with. He is a former professional athlete where he gained success in playing professional football with the Edmonton Eskimos. Robb has focused his efforts in three key areas Community Development, Economic Development and Arts/Culture over the years. He has consumed his time and effort to be a change agent and bridge gaps that exist in a socio economic disparity between indigenous communities and the mainstream to create a space of engagement that allows for better recognition of our great history and culture from the indigenous communities that go back thousands of years.
Dawn Carter
Dawn Carter is a writer, educator, performance poet, public speaker, and entrepreneur with Caribbean heritage. She emigrated with her family from racialized civil unrest in early 1970’s England. They lived in rural Alberta before settling in Edmonton, where she considers herself a Northsider for life. Dawn brings a wealth of experience as a front-line worker with the EI program, an HR professional from the Public Health Agency of Canada and Statistics Canada, and a business outreach specialist with Public Services and Procurement Canada. She also volunteered on several federal employee boards to develop peer-supported career advancement programs for BIPOC employees.
Miriam Mwita Chimanga
Miriam Mwita Chimanga is a professional accountant who also holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting. She has a passion for helping small business owners and individuals to manage and grow their financial well-being. She also holds a certificate in project management and earned value management. She is a youth entrepreneur advocate, philanthropist, a gospel singer, and a mother. She is the founder and CEO of “Fuse in who am I Global Inc.” a platform which is centered around cutting-edge social and personal change research. Miriam is a Regional Vice president of the Canadian Black Chamber of Commerce-Edmonton Chapter, and a Community activist and has been volunteering for various causes.
Miriam’s passion is to make a difference in someone’s life by giving a voice to those who may not have the opportunity. She is passionate, self initiating, an entrepreneur who is highly detailed and stands for Black excellence.
Ricardo Casanova
Born and raised in Edmonton, Ricardo Casanova has 20 years of success in the technology and telecommunications markets in Canada. Ricardo is currently in dual leadership roles in the two organizations he founded, VisitorBay - Canada's Visitor Management and Safety Solution and Adaptis Mobile.
Most of Ricardo’s spare time is spent on his passion and commitment to being a youth soccer coach which he has been doing since 2004. In addition, Ricardo has advocated for the sport of Soccer in Edmonton and is the Founder of the YEG Soccer Society to help deliver that message. Ricardo is currently on the Board of Directors of the Laurel Community League as well as the Chair of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee at Scottish United Soccer Club. When Ricardo is not hard at work on his many projects, he is relaxing with his young family, watching/playing soccer and indulging in video games
Ahmad Majed
Ahmad Majed work as a Project Control At Dow Chemical. He has served as a community board of director at Horsehill community as well as a soccer director. He is the founder and director for Soccer Elite Academy as well as being the Northside United FC Director.
Nicolas Fu
A Chinese Canadian who born in Shenzhen, China, came to Canada as a Chinese international student, graduated from NAIT. Culture lover, community supporter, and Business Entrepreneur.
Found and owner of Explorer Group Canada, the largest multicultural marketing group in Alberta Canada, Director of AlphaPay, Leading Multicultural Fintech Cross Border Payment company in Canada. Strategic Advisor of Member of Parliament. Owner of Sian City BBQ Bar, an authentic Chinese BBQ restaurant & Bar in Edmonton.