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Meal Exchange’s Board of Directors is comprised of a dynamic group of students and professionals who are integral to our on-going success and growth.

Chair of the Board

Andrew Tam , Lawyer, Lang Michener LLP

Directors

David Gonzalez , Senior Manager, Commercial Markets RBC

Katie Elder , Marketing, Procter & Gamble

Carmela DeLuca , Associate Lawyer, Bereksin & Parr

Renee Gomes , Associate, Urban Strategies

Student Directors

Rosalie Hanlon , B.Sc. & B.Eng, Dalhousie University

Erica Young , B.Comm. Queen's University

Vass Bednar , BAS, McMaster University

 

Andrew Tam
MX Experience
Director since January 2002, Chairman of the Board of Directors since February 2007
School(s) Attended
University of Western Ontario
Degree(s) B.A. (Economics), LL.B.
Occupation Corporate Finance and Securities Lawyer, Lang Michener LLP
Why I Joined the MX Board: I became interested in joining MX to gain perspective on issues facing Canadian charities; the interesting people, level of engagement and unique way in which MX accomplishes its goals sealed the deal.
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David Gonzalez
MX Experience Director and Treasurer since May 2006
Schools(s) Attended:
Universidad de los Andes, University of Toronto
Degree(s) B.Comm., MBA
Occupation
Senior Manager, Commercial Markets RBC
Why I joined the MX Board: I joined MX because it was a fantastic opportunity to give back to our community through an energetic and dynamic organization fueled by students. I feel priveleged to contribute to the efforts of inspired young people who believe and act on improving our society.
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Katie Elder

MX Experience Director since September 2006. Student Director from May 2004 - September 2006.
Schools(s) Attended: Queen's University
Degree(s): B.Comm.
Occupation:
Marketing, Procter & Gamble
Why I joined the MX Board:
Meal Exchange's mission is fully aligned with my personal passion for encouraging youth to become engaged citizens and make an impact in their communities.
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Carmela DeLuca

MX Experience UofT Pro Bono Students Canada placement with Meal Exchange 2002-2003. Volunteer providing legal type services 2003 to the present. Board Member June 2008.
School(s) Attended:
University of Waterloo, McGill University, University of Toronto
Degree(s):
BSc Honours Coop, Ph.D. Experimental Medicine, J.D. Law
Occupation
Patent lawyer and patent agent
Why I joined the MX Board:
After having volunteered with Meal Exchange for several years and having been very impressed by the dedication of staff and volunteers as well as the organization's achievements, I wanted to continue and expand my involvement with Meal Exchange.
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Renee Gomes

MX Experience
School(s) Attended:
Degree(s)

Occupation

Why I joined the MX Board:

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Rosalie Hanlon

MX Experience
Student Director since February 2007, MX Chapter Leader (2004-2006).
School(s) Attended:
Dalhousie University, University of New Brunswick
Degree(s):
B.Sc.; B.Eng.
Occupation:
I am a student at Dalhousie University finishing degrees in Geology and Environment Engineering.
Why I joined the MX Board: From being involved with MX for three years I learned alot about the organization and wanted to increase the role students play in its direction. I want to enhance the organization by bringing student perspective to the Board.
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Erica Young

MX Experience:
Student Director since 2007
School(s) Attended: Queen's University, University of Toronto (current)
Degree(s):
B.Comm.
Occupation:
Student
Why I joined the Board:
I was drawn to Meal Exchange because of its dedication to supporting student leadership and mobilizing youth talent and passion. Being part of the Board has been an amazing way to look out for the long-term health of the organization and interact with many talented individuals who work with MX.
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Vass Bednar
MX Experience
Student Director since May 2008, Change-Maker Mentor since May 2008, esurio conference planner (Summer 2008), MX Chapter Leader (2007-2008)
School(s) Attended:
McMaster  University, University of Toronto
Degree(s):
BAS, Master of Public Policy (M.P.P.)
Occupation: Managing Editor - Ontario Journal of Hunger & Poverty, Research Assistant, Student
Why I joined the Board:
It was natural to continue my involvement with Meal Exchange as I continued by studies.  My academic interest in socially responsible public policy has been complemented by the platform for food security dialogue that Meal Exchange facilitates across Canada.  Regional, national or international, the chronic issues are fundamentally similar, the solutions complex, and the people captivating.  It is my privilege to share in the governance of this student-driven charity.
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