Name: Humza Adam

Education:
M.Sc. in Engineering Management, Florida Institute of Technology
M.Sc. in Aviation, Florida Institute of Technology
B.Sc. in Management, Florida Institute of Technology

Employment:
Sr. Marketing Analyst, Bombardier

Experience:
- Proven ability to anticipate and create strategies to capitalize on customer needs and business trends
- Extensive experience in both Business to Business (B2B) and Business to Consumer (B2C) sales/marketing
- Experience building strategic plans (Regional and Corporate)
- Experience creating and delivering business cases/presentations to C-level executives and senior corporate leaders (including CEOs, CFOs, Senior VPs, Directors etc) to propose and justify multi-million dollar capital expenditures
- Managerial experience with exceptional team-building expertise
- System perspective and with personal experience in a variety of different functional roles

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
Seeking to help non-profit organizations succeed in a challenging and diverse operating environment

Name: Nura Askar

Education:
International Relations & Business Administration (Geneva, Switzerland)
MBA, John Molson School of Business

Experience:
- Variety of private and public sector organizations in Geneva, Dubai and Montreal both before and during master’s studies
- President of the Commerce Graduate Students’ Association where I worked on developing the organization, managing change and transforming graduate student life
- Consultant at the Small Business Consulting Bureau where I managed four large projects for various business owners and executives.
- Participant at three major case competitions, the most recent was the George Washington University non-profit case competition in March 2009 where our team placed first
- Consulting projects included one major international non-profit client for whom we defined the strategic direction of the organization’s Canadian branch.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I joined Endeavour because the organization provides consultants with a fantastic opportunity to leverage our skills in aims of serving the community in which we live and ultimately make a social impact.

Name: Sargun Bawa

Education:
University of Toronto 2008 + Professional Experience Year
Bachelor of Applied Sciences, Concentration in Computer Engineering
Certified in Entrepreneurship, Innovation & Small Business Management

Employment:
IBM Canada

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
Having worked with Endeavour in 2006, I thoroughly enjoyed myself and knowing that my work was making a difference in society made the entire experience all the more full filling. Working for an organization comprised of like minded young professionals like myself has always made Enedeavour more attractive to me than other similar organizations, and I could not wait to get back.

Endeavour Role(s) & Project(s):
Senior Consultant on Alli’s Journey project; Consultant on Arts Network for Children and Youth (ANCY) project

Name: Baha Circi

Education:
PhD in Finance and Economics, University of Toronto (A.B.D.)
MA in Economics, University of Toronto
BA in Economics, Bilkent University

Employment:
Instructor and Economics-field Coordinator, PREP101

Experience:
Consultant, Endeavour, Spring/Summer 2009
Sessional Instructor, University of Toronto
oUTreach 2008, Team Leader, 1 year
The Hart House (University of Toronto), Hancock Lecture Series Committee Member, 1 year

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
Joining Endeavour will allow me to acquire consulting experience and learn from industry professionals in an environment with like-minded people with various backgrounds. Doing so while being able to give back to the community makes it an invaluable opportunity.

Name: Allyson Collymore

Education:
Master of Social Work, York University
Bachelor of Arts, University of Toronto
Post-Diploma Certificate, Human Resources Management, Humber College of Applied Arts and Technology

Employment:
Manager, Educational & Vocational Supports, Ministry of Children and Youth Services
Almost 20 years experience working on human service/social policy issues in both the non-profit and public service sectors at a program, policy and management level.

Non-profit Experience:
Past volunteer experience includes: Allocation Review Panel Chair for a funding organization, Board Member for settlement services organization and food security organization, program coordinator for youth mental health organization.

Why Allyson joined Endeavour Volunteer Consulting for Non-Profits
I enjoy volunteering and the mandate of Endeavour is a good fit with my background and interests. I am committed to building capacity in the non-profit sector – helping organizations better serve their target community.

Endeavour Role(s) & Project(s):
Knowledge Broker on Motions Youth and Community Centre (MY.CC) project; Knowledge Broker on Hospice Richmond Hill project;Engagement Manager on Epilepsy Halton Peel project; Engagement Manager on Vaughan Youth Cabinet project

Name: Richard Downer

Education:
B.Eng Degree, Industrial Engineer 2002
Master in Engineering, Industrial Engineer 2009

Experience:
- Project Engineer, Logistic Consulting
- International Sales, Laipac Technology, Manufacturer

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I joined Endeavour because the organization provides consultants with a fantastic opportunity to leverage our skills in aims of serving the community in which we live and ultimately make a social impact.

Name: Lucie Drabinova

Education:
Masters in Business Management, Silesian University, Czech Republic

Employment:
Project Coordinator, TakingITGlobal.org

Experience:
Lucie is an energetic professional with international experience working with the world’s leading non-for-profit organizations and one of the world’s top 5 consumer goods companies. Lucie’s specialization is in delivering full-cycle business projects from assessment to implementation resulting in improved company performance, and driving stakeholder engagement using excellent relationship building, problem solving, and analytical skills.

Work History:
- Internal Consultant - Change Management Project Coordinator at ANHEUSER-BUSCH INBEV, Belgium, Czech Republic
- Research Project Analyst at EURO MALL CENTER MANAGEMENT, Czech Republic
- UNICEF Speaker at UNICEF Canada, Toronto
- Communication Campaign Support at NATURE CONSERVANCY OF CANADA, Toronto

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I chose to join Endeavour because I am most passionate about making a positive impact in our society throughout my work with UNICEF, TakingITGlobal, AIESEC, and other non-profit organizations. I believe my skills and experience will help our NGO clients to improve their organizational performance and therefore contribute to a positive change.

From this experience I am expecting to sharpen my consulting skills, explore new ideas in action, and meet with like-minded people.

Name: Giselle Dufour

Education:
Honours Bachelor of Arts Degree in Criminology and Law and Society, York University

Employment:
ING DIRECT Canada

Experience:
I currently volunteer as a Mentor for an In-School Mentoring program with the Big Brothers, Big Sisters of York.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I chose Endeavour for the opportunity to use my professional and educational experience for a good cause.

Name: Ann Elliott

Education:
MBA (Dean’s Honour List), University of Western Ontario

Employment:
Self-Employed

Experience:
25 years in Human Resources

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I would like to work with non-profits that are looking to grow/improve.

Name: Nadia Grant

Education:
Bachelors of Health Studies, York University

Employment:
TELUS

Experience:
My skills and experiences includes project management, strategic planning, process improvement, communications planning and training development

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
“Find a need and fill it”. ~ Ruth Stafford Peale

Besides allowing you to use your skills and experiences in order to affect change within the community, Endeavour fulfills the need for both their volunteers and their clients by offering great people and organizations to work with, learning and networking opportunities and long lasting friendships.

Name: Ahmed Hassan

Education:
MBA Candidate 2011 (Part-time) - Schulich School of Business, York University
PMP - Project Management Institute (2009)
BSc - University of Toronto (2006)

Employment:
Project Management

Experience:

Work Experience - Working in Project Management in the Financial Services Industry for the past four years.

Current Non-profit experience - Board Director for Hemophilia Ontario Society and Chair of the Strategic Planning committee, and part of the Project Management Institute’s Local Interest Group Initiative Committee.

Previous volunteer experiences - Social Support Worker with CAMH (Centre for Addiction and Mental Health) and Probation officer with the Ministry of Corrections and Community Safety.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
To utilize my consulting and project management skills to help non-profit organizations better serve the community in which we live in.

Name: Funke Iluyomade

Education:
MBA, University of Hull, England, UK

Employment:
Project Management

Experience:

Diverse work experience within 3 continents in the private, not-for-profit and public sectors.

Currently working on corporate-wide projects on strategy and business processes.

Community involvements include volunteering as a Mentor with Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre, which is the lead community partner in Peel Region for ‘The Mentoring Partnership’, and United Way Peel Region Black Advisory Council Member

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
It is an opportunity to give back to the non-profit organizations and the community by applying my experience and skills, while also learning from the team, the community and the non-profit organizations.

Endeavour Role(s) & Project(s):
Senior Consultant on A.N.A.S.A. Collective project

Name: H. Ryann Jang

Education:
Certificate in Nonprofit and Voluntary Management, Ryerson Universit
Honours Bachelor of International Business, Carleton University
Business Administration and Management, Universidad de Catolica Argentina

Employment:
Assistant Director of Marketing, The Princeton Review

Experience:

- Selected participant of Toronto Regional Champion Campaign (Women in Municipal politics) hosted by the City of Toronto councillors

- Selected participant of Women Without Limits program at Scadding Court Community Centre

- Marketing & Research intern at the Toronto Board of Trade

- Event Coordinator/Board member for the Hispanic Women Network Toronto

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I am very much interested in the concept of social enterprises. With my knowledge and experience in both private and public sectors, I would like to help non-profits become self-sufficient and adopt ethical business practices.

Name: John Jardin

Education:
Masters of Business, Entrepreneurship & Technology Bachelor of Science

Experience:
I’ve worked in research, analysis, and project management roles in both entrepreneurial and large firms in the private sector. Recently I’ve travelled to Peru where I very much enjoyed volunteering at a local school teaching children and exploring the country and culture.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
Working for a strategy consulting firm, I personally found that working with non-profit organizations was especially rewarding, knowing that my work was positively contributing to individuals and communities. I believe that volunteering with Endeavour would offer a similar opportunity to give back.

Name: Harb Kahlon

Education:
IMBA, Schulich School of Business, 2009
BA, Political Science, York University, 2005

Experience:
Consultant, Jones Lang LaSalle

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I am extremely passionate about making a positive contribution to society and Endeavour provides the ideal platform for this while allowing me to utilize my skills and experiences. Endeavour also fosters an environment of knowledge sharing with intelligent and like minded people whilst making a difference in the community.

Name: Kartik Kamat

Education:
M.Tech (Communication Systems), Indian Institute of Technology, 2007
B.Tech (Electrical Engineering), Indian Institute of Technology, 2007

Employment:
Senior Associate, Capital One Canada

Experience:
I have primarily worked in the Financial Services industry with Capital One. That apart, I have dabbled in different areas of the non-profit sector from time-to-time such as social entrepreneurship, CSR, microfinance, etc.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
Endeavour has done a phenomenal job at bringing together like-minded individuals from different backgrounds with an aim of bringing about social change. I hope to be a part of the change!

Name: Shaila Khan

Education:
Honours B.A. in Fine Arts Cultural Studies, York University, 2007
Cross-Disciplinary Certificate in Digital Media, York University, 2007

Employment:
Mentorship Manager, Wired Woman Society Toronto Chapter

Experience:
I have enjoyed both volunteering and working for non-profits. I have had the opportunity to work in leadership roles for the Toronto Singapore Film Festival, as well as assist other non-profits and grassroots organizations with establishing and their graphical branding strategies. I work and volunteer for the Wired Woman Society, which promotes the education and integration of all women to participate in fields of technology, IT and New Media.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I am thrilled to join this cause, as I feel that building a strong non-profit sector in Canada starts with connecting people of all backgrounds to understand the vital roles that non-profits play in establishing the core of society and values.

Name: Adrian Khoo

Education:
BCom, Sauder School of Business, University of British Columbia

Employment:
SECOR Consulting

Experience:
- Currently an Analyst at SECOR Consulting, a Canadian-based international strategic management consulting firm.
- Prior to that, I lived in Vancouver working for and helping to grow a business brokerage firm.
- Spent many years at UBC involved in Students in Free Enterprise, a student non-profit, leading a number of programs that educated and empowered others through financial literacy and entrepreneurship.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I chose to join Endeavour because it was right at the interaction of two passions that I held — working with non-profits to help develop our social well-being, and consulting with businesses and organizations to help resolve key issues that they face. Having been a community leader in Vancouver, I felt that Endeavour was the missing piece for me in Toronto.

Name: Jon Kimball

Education:
Electronics Engineering Technology
BSB, 1996
MBA, 2004
PMP, 2007

Employment:
Consultant

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
We all benefit by helping non-profits

Name: Stephanie Lau

Education:
BBA, Schulich School of Business

Employment:
Manulife Financial

Experience:
Manager, Securities Accounting Financial Analyst Investment Accountant

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I want to use my skills to help others, give back to our community and make a real difference to lives around us.

Name: Elizabeth Lee

Education:
Master of Social Work, 2007

Name: Sandra Li

Education:
International MBA, Schulich School of Business, York University, 2009
Honours Bachelor of Arts (Economics,Communications), McMaster University, 2005

Experience:

- Two years experience in market research, analysis and strategy development

- Two years project coordination experience

- Endeavour round 5 experience: drafted Board governance manual, diagnosed management, HR and operation problems, benchmarked with best practices, and provided client with tools and recommendations on how to put policies and procedures in place

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
My motivations to join Endeavour are to contribute my business knowledge and skills to not-profits, and to learn through working with a diverse group of people on different projects. In my previous project with Endeavour, there were definitely challenges. However, it was also the challenges and the lessons that I learned individually and with my team that made the experience valuable to me.

Name: Haydn Liang

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
Personally I find management consulting to be both fulfilling and exciting. Endeavour presented itself as the perfect medium through which I can challenge myself with.

Name: Mandy Lo

Education:
PhD Candidate, University of Toronto

Employment:
Graduate student

Experience:

Volunteer Experience: Chair of the Life Science Career Development Series (LSCDS) at the University of Toronto, a student-run initiative that aims to help graduate students explore and pursue the various career paths that can stem from a life sciences graduate degree

Work Experience: Constituency Assistant at a MP’s office

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I wish to apply the analytical skills that I have acquired as a scientist-in-training to influence positive changes in non-profit organizations. In addition, I am looking forward to the opportunity to collaborate with other like-minded individuals who are volunteering with Endeavour.

Name: Andrea Loayza

Education:
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Chemical Engineering
University of Pennsylvania, 2008

Employment:
Business Analyst, Deloitte Consulting

Experience:

Andrea currently works at Deloitte Corporate Strategy Consulting Practice. Previously, Andrea gained industry experience in Financial Services where she worked in the Corporate Development Group at CIBC. Andrea has volunteered as a Subject Matter Expert at the Volunteer Consulting Group at the University of Toronto. Andrea also actively volunteers at the Penn-Wharton Alumni Club of Toronto.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I chose to join Endeavour because I want to work with non-profit organizations to help them overcome the challenges that they are facing and become better at what they do. I hope to contribute my work experience to make a positive impact in the community.

Endeavour Role(s) & Project(s):
Consultant on Women’s Healthy Environments Network (WHEN) project

Name: Grant Lowe

Education:
Bachelor of Business Management Degree, Ryerson University, 1993

Experience:

2008-present
- Created Entrepreneur Advisory Roundtable initiative to provide consultant advice and resource support to micro- and socially-responsible businesses. Completed four themed roundtables with help of group of coaches and independent consultants. The initiative involved partnerships and collaborations with other organizations/individuals.

2006
- Started my own independent research and marketing consulting business

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
To gain further consulting experience

Name: Amrutansu Mahapatra

Education:
B.App.Sc. Honours degree in Mechanical Engineering, University of Windsor, 2006
Level III Candidate in the CFA Program
Engineer-in-training, Professional Engineers Ontario
Currently pursuing the CPIM designation

Employment:
Manager, Decorative Programs & Technology Innovation, Ultra Manufacturing Ltd.

Experience:
Currently spear-heading the company’s expansion upwards in the value chain by developing expertise in emerging automotive interior decorative technologies, cementing relationships with OEM design studios, pursuing new business opportunities, evaluating the implementation feasibility of new technologies, and managing all aspects of awarded decorative business.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I chose to invest my time at Endeavour because it offers me both an unparalleled opportunity to give back to my community and the ability to connect with a solid network of dynamic professionals from diverse industries.

Name: Natasha Mistry

Education:
Masters Degree in Public Administration, Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs
Honours Bachelor of Arts degree, specializing in International Relations, University of Toronto.

Employment:
Event Support, MS Society Canada

Experience:
I have 7 years of international field experience with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP). I gained extensive project management and development experience from my work as a Project Manager in Albania with the UNDP. I spearheaded the development of a UNDP project that focused on the integration of Roma (Gypsy) minorities into Balkan society. I was recognized for outstanding work performance, as I generated $3M in funds based on a comprehensive project describing societal priorities, resources and risks. I, further, delivered dynamic presentations detailing objectives, phases based on project components and an effective work plan, which separated tasks into manageable segments over a three-year period. Furthermore, in my work in Albania as a UN Volunteer Project Coordinator, working within a team, I was able to effectively support the creation and implementation of a 10-year, regional development strategy by developing, planning, analyzing and coordinating programs and funding. The result was tremendous, as we achieved 28 infrastructure projects, where the majority of projects built were schools, health centers and water supply systems for rural communities. To ensure project longevity, I led cross-disciplinary teams to evaluate results. Also, I wrote quarterly reports, as well as provided a budgetary expenditure report for my supervisors, for local government and to the donor.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I have always been an advocate of volunteerism and can appreciate the work that Endeavour does for local communities. I wanted to spend my time and energy in capitalizing on the skill set that I have developed as an international field worker. I feel that Endeavour is the proper outlet for me to be of service to organizations in need.

Name: Monika Mogilnicka

Education:
H.B.Sc, Biology (Genetics Specialization), McMaster University
M.Biotech, University of Toronto

Employment:
Regulatory Affairs

Experience:
Experience in Regulatory Affairs, International Clinical Trial Management, and Information Management Consulting in the Pharmaceutical Sector.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
Endeavour is a unique organization that allows me to work as a team with like-minded individuals of various backgrounds and skill-sets in order to help not-for-profit organizations reach their full potential. It is a wonderful opportunity to apply your knowledge and strengths to a project that will make a difference in your community.

Name: Ricardo Navarrete

Education:
M.Eng. Industrial Engineering, Dalhousie University, 2006
B.Sc. Industrial Engineering, Universidad San Francisco de Quito, 2002

Employment:
Transportation Analyst

Experience:
Mr. Navarrete is a results-driven engineer with multifaceted professional experience in various industries ranging from manufacturing to banking. He possesses strong quantitative, organizational and leadership skills and has been actively involved in numerous Information System projects. Currently he works as a consultant, helping public and private companies to solve their transportation/traffic/logistics issues.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I feel Endeavour fulfills an important need in the charitable world by providing charities with a business compass that will help these organizations to stay focused and have a healthy grow over time.

Name: Evelyn Pau

Education:
Ph.D. Candidate, Immunology, University of Toronto
BMSc Honors, Microbiology & Immunology, University of Western Ontario

Employment:
Graduate Student, Toronto Western Hospital, University Health Network

Experience:
Director of Case Development, Graduate Management Consulting Association, University of Toronto Web & Graphics Designer, Immunology Graduate Students? Association, University of Toronto

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
Volunteering at Endeavour will be a unique opportunity for me to serve the community through pro bono work while cultivate my business acumen, communication skills, and teamwork. Working on projects with the diversity of professionals at Endeavour will help me gain valuable consulting experience and learn more about the industry.

Name: David Piccin

Education:
PhD Medical Sciences (Candidate), University of Toronto, 2011
BSc Biochemistry, McGill University, 2005

Employment:
Graduate Student, University of Toronto

Experience:
While working towards my PhD in Medical Science at the University of Toronto, I am serving as the President of the Graduate Management Consultant Association (GMCA) and co-instructor of the GMCA mini-MBA program. I am also on the executive committee of the Life Science Career Development Series and on the University of Toronto Graduate Education Council.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
Endeavour combines the opportunity to gain real-world consulting experience with the opportunity to help support organizations which enrich our community. Further, Endeavour allows me to leverage my skills to make a real difference.

Name: Daniel Rodic

Education:
University of Toronto, Rotman Commerce , 2012

Empolyment:
Analyst, Deloitte & Touche LLP

Experience:
Over the past year, I have served as President of the Rotman Commerce Consulting Association (RCCA) and will continue to do so in 2010 - 2011. Through the RCCA, I have transformed the consulting culture within the Rotman Community, resulting in a near 400% increase in the RCCA’s social media presence, as well as a 171% increase in general membership. I have gained substantial experience in relationship building, marketing and promotions, as well as strategic planning. Throughout the summer, I will be working in the Enterprise Risk Services practice at Deloitte.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
When I saw the Endeavor posting, I knew it was perfect for me and had to apply. I have always been someone who is involved in the local community, mostly confined to the work I’ve done at my various schools, but after volunteering with Mid-Toronto Community Services, I realized there is much more that is needed to be done across the city of Toronto. Endeavour allows me to expand my community reach, while simultaneously develops skills which are crucial to succeed in my career path as a Consultant.

Name: Tanya Rumble

Education:
Masters Certificate: Integrated Marketing Communication for Behavioral Impact in Health & Social Development, New York University
Honours Bachelor of Arts: Major in Political Science, McMaster University

Empolyment:
Health Promoter, Halton Region Health Department

Experience:
Tanya Rumble is a public policy professional committed to creating social change, with demonstrated project management and knowledge brokering experience in the government relations; public health; non-profit; public administration; and research sectors. She incorporates her diverse upbringing in the United Arab Emirates, and international travel in her work. Tanya posses technical expertise in the areas of Health Promotion, Public Health, and Integrated Marketing Communication for Behavioural Impact (COMBI). She spent the month of July 2009 as a participant in the Integrated Marketing Communication for Behavioural Impact (COMBI) in Health & Social Development certificate program at New York University in collaboration with the World Health Organization, and was a member of the Winning COMBI Plan Team. In addition to her role with Endeavour Volunteer Consulting for Non-Profits her current professional positions include: Project Manager-Healthy Weights Halton Takes Action, Halton Region Health Department; Executive Member, Health Promotion Ontario; Reviewer-Halton Peel Grant Review Team, Ontario Trillium Foundation; and Fellow-DiverseCity Felllowship Program, Toronto City Summit Alliance & Maytree Foundation.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I see a future where the United Nations Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) are realized, resulting in a drastic reduction in global poverty achieved through public-private partnership, social entrepreneurship, and resource mobilization locally and globally. I am personally committed to pioneering the social change required to ensure the MDGs are accomplished by 2015, as such the opportunity to become involved with Endeavour Volunteer Consulting for Non-Profits seemed a natural fit. This unique opportunity to provide high-quality pro bono consulting to non-profits in the Greater Toronto Area will allow me to assist organizations in realizing their missions, and ultimately supporting the delivery of programs and services to their client populations- an excellent example of management principles providing social benefits.

Name: Sheetal Lavatre

Education:
M.Arch Urban Design, School of Planning & Architecture, New Delhi B.Arch, University of Mumbai

Experience:
Over eight years experience working on large-scale architectural projects.

Nonprofit: Worked with community development organization in the fields of education and equality in India.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
Endeavour provides an excellent opportunity to work with talented people from different professional background who share the common goal of betterment of community at large.

Name: Elena Sidorova

Education:
MSc Candidate - Physiology, University of Toronto
BSc Honours - Neuroscience & Psychology, University of Toronto

Employment:
University Health Network

Experience:
- ING Direct, Mortgage Associate
- TD Canada Trust, Customer Service Representative
- Mad Science Instructor

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
In today’s economic environment non-profit organizations face financial obstacles which can reduce their access to essential resources. It doesn’t have to be this way and I am a firm believer that organizations such an Endeavour are critical in helping non-profits provide vital services to the community. It is my genuine desire to make a positive difference and to enrich the lives of people in this community.

Name: Jackie Suen

Education:
Engineering Science, University of Toronto, 2008
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE), 2008
Completed Chartered Financial Analyst Level I, 2009

Empolyment:
VAS QA analyst at Virgin Mobile

Experience:
- VAS QA Analyst, Virgin Mobile, November 2008
- Present Vice-President of PR in Toronto Go Getters Toastmasters Club, December 2009
- Present Socials VP of Society of Manufacturing Engineers, July 2007 to July 2008
- Vice Chair of the University of Toronto Engineering Science Education Conference Expo, September 2006 to February 2007

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
Endeavour provides a great opportunity for volunteers to help others while gaining invaluable experience. My aspiration is to make a difference in the world and I hope to do so by helping Endeavour’s elite group with my fresh perspective, while learning from them.

Name: Dhushan Thevarajah

Education:
MSc. in Neuroscience, Queen’s University, 2009
BSCH, Queen’s University, 2006

Employment:
SmallWorld Media Group

Experience:

My Masters study in the field of Neuroeconomics adds an interesting dimension to business strategy. Briefly, neuroeconomics is an emerging field of study that extends economic research by examining how personal biases, driven by emotions, urges, and experiences, influence consumption and financial decision making. This background has proven useful in the following experiences.

Work Experience: Director of Marketing and Communications, SmallWorld Media Group

Volunteer Experiences: Project Leader, Neuroscience Outreach Program Vice-President Corporate Development, AIESEC Sales, Ten Thousand Villages

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
Endeavor provides individuals with an amazing opportunity to utilize their skills to benefit society while providing an educational platform to help the individual expand their own skill set.

Name: Anuj Tickoo

Education:
Honors in Accounting from York University, 2007
Certified Fraud Examiner

Employment:
Analyst, Pet Valu

Experience:
Consultant for the Toronto Public Library through a university course

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I chose Endeavour because it gives an individual the unique opportunity of providing community service while also improving your professional skills.

Name: Neeharika Tummala

Education:
Industrial Engineering, University of Toronto, 2010

Employment:
Process Analyst, CIBC

Experience:
Process Analyst - experience in six sigma and lean methodology, project management, statistical analysis and change management

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I believe non-profits offer vital services to society, however non-profits need more than good intentions to run their operations effeciently and effectively - I believe that’s where Endeavour and I fit it.

Name: David Voung

Education:
Master of Science, Queen’s University, 2007
Bachelor of Commerce, Ryerson University, 2006

Employment:
Product Manager, Dundas Data Visualization

Name: Wesley Walsh

Education:
M.A. (Master of Arts), Professional Communications, Royal Roads University, 2010

Employment:
Issues Management Consultant, Ministry of Health & Long-Term Care

Experience:

Work Experience: Issues Management Consultant, Ministry of Health & Long-Term Care; Former Associate Producer with CBC Newsworld.

Volunteer Experience: Red Cross Disaster Management Responder, 2007-2008

Extracurricular Activities: Skiing, tennis, and travel

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
To learn, network, and strengthen my skills and experience.

Name: Bernice Wong

Education:
Bachelor of Commerce with high distinction, University of Toronto Rotman School of Business, 2007

Employment:
Consultant, Oliver Wyman

Experience:
Consultant, Oliver Wyman 2007 - Present - Experience in consumer and industrial, transportation and energy sectors
Previous work includes:
- Development of a long-term strategy for a major ancillary health company
- Detailed acquisition analysis and deal valuation for a global branded apparel company, with a focus on strategic synergy analysis Kiva Fellow
- Volunteered with a local microfinance organization based in Vietnam - Led implementation processes and marketing activities to support the organization

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
Endeavour leverages the process and rigour of the consulting industry and applies it to local non-profits. I see it as a wonderful and productive platform for individuals and organizations alike to collaborate and benefit from a diverse knowledge base.

Name: Noel Wu

Education:
- Master of Applied Science in Biomedical Engineering, University of Toronto, first year
- Bachelor of Applied Science in Engineering Physics with Cooperative Education and Minor in Commerce, University of British Columbia, 2009

Employment:
Manulife Financial

Experience:

- Electronic Engineer, TRIUMF, Vancouver, Canada (Co-op Work Term 4), May 08-Aug 08
- Software Engineer, Nanoplus Gmbh, Wurzburg, Germany (Co-op Work Term 2-3), May 07-Dec 07
- Research Assistant, Canfor R&D, Coquitlam, Canada, (Co-op Work Term 1), Jan 06-Apr 06
- VP Communication, Sept 09-Present

Extracurricular activities: Active member of Graduate Management Student Association and Hart House Investment Club

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
After attending two of Endeavour’s recent events, I am fascinated with Endeavour’s work with the community and interested in pursuing a career in consulting upon graduation. Hence, volunteering at Endeavour will give me an opportunity to gain valuable insights in consulting.

Name: Fei Yu

Education:
MBA Candidate, Rotman School of Management, 2011

Employment:
Deloitte - Senior Consultant Summer Intern

Experience:
Before the MBA program, I worked as an Applications Engineer at a manufacturing company during which I found my interest in working with people to solve ambiguous problems and optimize processes.

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
This is a rare opportunity in which I can combine my personal interest in doing what I can to help make a lasting impact in the community, while pursuing my career interest in consulting.

Name: Emily Zhu

Education:
Mathematics/Chartered Accountancy Candidate-Finance option, University of Waterloo, 2010
Master of Accounting Candidate, University of Waterloo

Employment:
Grant Thornton LLP

Experience:
Co-op experience with Grant Thornton LLP as an auditor

Why I chose to volunteer with Endeavour:
I am passionate about helping non-for-profit organizations grow and interested in learning more about consulting.