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Board of Directors

From expert chess players, avid chess enthusiasts, industry leaders, to youth change-makers. Our board consists of a diverse range of individuals to provide meaningful value and direction to the foundation. 

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Kairvee Bhatt

Board Member

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Janie Vu

Board Member

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Reginald Selvam

Board Member

Executive Team 2026

Our team is made up of youth and young adults. We are passionate about using chess to better the community. Are you interested in learning when the next application cycle is? Email us and find out!

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President

Muhammad Saim

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Vice President

Lucy Chen

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Edmonton Chapter President

Samuel Hoekman 

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Director of Logistics and Events

David Akingbade

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Director of Operations, Outreach & Internal Affairs

Mac Xing

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Director of Finance and Fundraising

Sharon Kong

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Director of Communications

David Le

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Marketing Lead

Jackson Qi

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Volunteer Coordinator

Sumaiya Rizwan

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Junior Volunteer Coordinator

Fahim Ahmadi

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Director of IT & Technical Support

William Zheng

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Junior IT

Lucas Shimizu

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Program Director

Areeb Qayyum

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Program Director

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Program Director

Vincent Dang

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Program Director

Brian Choi

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Program Director

Mukhammad Ashurov

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Seasonal Program Director

Araz Zarghami

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Seasonal Program Director

Philip Gu

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Seasonal Program Director

Cynthia Gao

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Seasonal Program Director

Saahim Salman

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