Grand Challenges Canada
Industry: Nonprofit organization
DescriptionGrand Challenges Canada is a Canadian nonprofit organization that uses a Grand Challenges model to fund solutions to critical health and development challenges in the developing world. Founded: 2010 Motto: Bold Ideas with Big Impact. Purposes: Global health, Health Care, International development
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Grand Challenges Canada Employees
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Shiva Amiri Shiva Amiri's Grand Challenges Canada Experience February 2011 - July 2011
Job Chief Product Officer at Real Time Data Solutions Inc.
Industry Research
Experience
Real Time Data Solutions Inc. March 2015 - Present
Modecular Inc. February 2011 - Present
Ontario Brain Institute April 2013 - March 2015
Ontario Brain Institute October 2011 - April 2013
Grand Challenges Canada February 2011 - July 2011
British Consulate General June 2007 - February 2011
Canadian Science Policy Conference 2008 - 2010
University of Oxford September 2003 - November 2006
Banting and Best Institute of Medical Research May 2001 - May 2003
Skills
Research, Science, Data Analysis, Lifesciences, Bioinformatics, Teaching, Molecular Biology, Computational Biology, Biotechnology, Statistics, Biochemistry, Analysis, R&D, Qualitative Research, Chemistry, Matlab, Policy Analysis, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Scientific Writing, Technology Transfer, Strategy, Policy, Research Design, Neuroscience, Genomics, Life Sciences, Management, Start-ups, Business Development, Business Strategy, Data Mining, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Algorithms, Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Machine Learning, Drug Discovery, Program Management, Leadership, Product Development
Education
University of Oxford 2003 — 2006
D.Phil., Computational Biochemistry
University of Toronto 1999 — 2003
HBSc., Computer Science, Biology
Real Time Data Solutions Inc. March 2015 - Present
Modecular Inc. February 2011 - Present
Ontario Brain Institute April 2013 - March 2015
Ontario Brain Institute October 2011 - April 2013
Grand Challenges Canada February 2011 - July 2011
British Consulate General June 2007 - February 2011
Canadian Science Policy Conference 2008 - 2010
University of Oxford September 2003 - November 2006
Banting and Best Institute of Medical Research May 2001 - May 2003
Skills
Research, Science, Data Analysis, Lifesciences, Bioinformatics, Teaching, Molecular Biology, Computational Biology, Biotechnology, Statistics, Biochemistry, Analysis, R&D, Qualitative Research, Chemistry, Matlab, Policy Analysis, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Scientific Writing, Technology Transfer, Strategy, Policy, Research Design, Neuroscience, Genomics, Life Sciences, Management, Start-ups, Business Development, Business Strategy, Data Mining, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Algorithms, Analytics, Entrepreneurship, Machine Learning, Drug Discovery, Program Management, Leadership, Product Development
Education
University of Oxford 2003 — 2006
D.Phil., Computational Biochemistry
University of Toronto 1999 — 2003
HBSc., Computer Science, Biology
Leah Nosal Leah Nosal's Grand Challenges Canada Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job World Bank, Stanford University
Industry International Affairs
Experience
The World Bank June 2015 - Present
FreshInsights Consulting December 2013 - August 2014
The NATO Council of Canada September 2013 - December 2013
Grand Challenges Canada May 2013 - August 2013
University of Toronto September 2010 - April 2013
Engineers Without Borders Canada September 2012 - October 2012
Canadian Center for the Responsibility to Protect January 2012 - June 2012
The Belinda Stronach Foundation May 2011 - August 2011
G8 Research Group September 2010 - April 2011
Skills
Outstanding people..., High Organizational..., Oral & Written..., Emotional Intelligence, Superior Work Ethic, High level of initiative, Leadership, Politics, Public Policy, Editing, Political Science, Policy, Foreign Policy
Education
Stanford University 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, International Policy Studies
University of Toronto - Victoria University 2009 — 2013
B.A. (Hons), International Relations and Political Science, GPA: 3.94/4.0
Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB)
Field Research, Political Science and Urban Planning
Institut d'Etudes politiques de Paris / Sciences Po Paris 2011 — 2012
Student Exchange Program, International Affairs
The World Bank June 2015 - Present
FreshInsights Consulting December 2013 - August 2014
The NATO Council of Canada September 2013 - December 2013
Grand Challenges Canada May 2013 - August 2013
University of Toronto September 2010 - April 2013
Engineers Without Borders Canada September 2012 - October 2012
Canadian Center for the Responsibility to Protect January 2012 - June 2012
The Belinda Stronach Foundation May 2011 - August 2011
G8 Research Group September 2010 - April 2011
Skills
Outstanding people..., High Organizational..., Oral & Written..., Emotional Intelligence, Superior Work Ethic, High level of initiative, Leadership, Politics, Public Policy, Editing, Political Science, Policy, Foreign Policy
Education
Stanford University 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, International Policy Studies
University of Toronto - Victoria University 2009 — 2013
B.A. (Hons), International Relations and Political Science, GPA: 3.94/4.0
Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB)
Field Research, Political Science and Urban Planning
Institut d'Etudes politiques de Paris / Sciences Po Paris 2011 — 2012
Student Exchange Program, International Affairs
Rafi Chaudhury Rafi Chaudhury's Grand Challenges Canada Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Healthcare Technology Project Manager, Product Development and Mental Health Policy Analyst
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Mensante Corporation (FeelingBetterNow) March 2013 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada May 2012 - August 2012
Brad Herbert Associates June 2010 - June 2011
Delwar Inc September 2009 - May 2010
Constellation Energy May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Project Management, Strategy, Basecamp, Public Health, Analysis, SPSS, Global Health, Research, Policy Analysis, International..., Qualitative Research, Healthcare, Statistics, Clinical Research, Literature Reviews, Health Economics, Epidemiology, SAS, Financial Accounting, Stata, Policy
Education
McMaster University 2011 — 2012
Master of Science (M.Sc.), Global Health
Middlebury College 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics, Political Science
Mensante Corporation (FeelingBetterNow) March 2013 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada May 2012 - August 2012
Brad Herbert Associates June 2010 - June 2011
Delwar Inc September 2009 - May 2010
Constellation Energy May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Project Management, Strategy, Basecamp, Public Health, Analysis, SPSS, Global Health, Research, Policy Analysis, International..., Qualitative Research, Healthcare, Statistics, Clinical Research, Literature Reviews, Health Economics, Epidemiology, SAS, Financial Accounting, Stata, Policy
Education
McMaster University 2011 — 2012
Master of Science (M.Sc.), Global Health
Middlebury College 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics, Political Science
Astrid Escrig's Grand Challenges Canada Experience March 2013 - December 2014
Job Investigadora y PhD Candidata, Salud Pública University of Toronto
Industry Mental Health Care
Experience
Grand Challenges Canada March 2013 - December 2014
Center for Gender, Culture and Development at the Kigali Institute of Education, Rwanda May 2011 - July 2011
ONG Associació Cooperacció, Barcelona, España February 2009 - June 2010
Coordinadora de ONG de Desarrollo de las Islas Baleares (CONGDIB), España February 2007 - September 2008
Acadèmia Accés, Barcelona, España October 2002 - July 2005
UCLA September 2001 - June 2002
Cruz Roja, Barcelona, España January 2000 - June 2001
Cruz Roja, Barcelona, España September 1999 - June 2001
Skills
Global Mental Health, Public Health, International..., Nonprofits, Qualitative Research, Human Rights, NGOs, Refugees, Research, Capacity Building, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Transitional Justice, Forced Migration, Sub-Saharan Africa, Communication Strategy, Gender-based Violence, Domestic Violence
Education
University of Toronto 2015 — 2019
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Salud Pública - Especialidad en Salud Mental
York University 2010 — 2012
Máster, Desarrollo Internacional
Universitat Pompeu Fabra 2008 — 2009
Diploma de posgrado, Sociedades Africanas y Desarrollo
Universitat Pompeu Fabra 2004 — 2006
Licenciatura, Periodismo. Segundo ciclo.
University of California, Los Angeles 2001 — 2002
Periodismo
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona 1999 — 2001
Licenciatura, Periodismo. Primer ciclo
Grand Challenges Canada March 2013 - December 2014
Center for Gender, Culture and Development at the Kigali Institute of Education, Rwanda May 2011 - July 2011
ONG Associació Cooperacció, Barcelona, España February 2009 - June 2010
Coordinadora de ONG de Desarrollo de las Islas Baleares (CONGDIB), España February 2007 - September 2008
Acadèmia Accés, Barcelona, España October 2002 - July 2005
UCLA September 2001 - June 2002
Cruz Roja, Barcelona, España January 2000 - June 2001
Cruz Roja, Barcelona, España September 1999 - June 2001
Skills
Global Mental Health, Public Health, International..., Nonprofits, Qualitative Research, Human Rights, NGOs, Refugees, Research, Capacity Building, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Transitional Justice, Forced Migration, Sub-Saharan Africa, Communication Strategy, Gender-based Violence, Domestic Violence
Education
University of Toronto 2015 — 2019
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Salud Pública - Especialidad en Salud Mental
York University 2010 — 2012
Máster, Desarrollo Internacional
Universitat Pompeu Fabra 2008 — 2009
Diploma de posgrado, Sociedades Africanas y Desarrollo
Universitat Pompeu Fabra 2004 — 2006
Licenciatura, Periodismo. Segundo ciclo.
University of California, Los Angeles 2001 — 2002
Periodismo
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona 1999 — 2001
Licenciatura, Periodismo. Primer ciclo
Andrea Lesperance Andrea Lesperance's Grand Challenges Canada Experience April 2011 - May 2014
Job Health & Wellness Expert
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
www.imarriedahealthnut.com July 2013 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada April 2011 - May 2014
The Yorkville Club April 2011 - March 2012
University of Toronto September 2008 - October 2010
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital April 2009 - August 2010
Mind to Muscle July 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Nutrition, Fitness, Wellness, Health, Coaching, Supplements, Entrepreneurship, Health Promotion, Health Education, Healthcare, Clinical Research, Project Management, Science, Program Management, Training, Rehabilitation, Management, Research, Leadership
Education
University of Toronto 2008 — 2010
Masters of Science, Rehabilitation Science and Biomedical Engineering
University of Ottawa 2001 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (Hon), Human Kinetics
University of Sydney 2005 — 2005
Sport and Exercise Science
Banting Memorial High School 1997 — 1999
www.imarriedahealthnut.com July 2013 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada April 2011 - May 2014
The Yorkville Club April 2011 - March 2012
University of Toronto September 2008 - October 2010
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital April 2009 - August 2010
Mind to Muscle July 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Nutrition, Fitness, Wellness, Health, Coaching, Supplements, Entrepreneurship, Health Promotion, Health Education, Healthcare, Clinical Research, Project Management, Science, Program Management, Training, Rehabilitation, Management, Research, Leadership
Education
University of Toronto 2008 — 2010
Masters of Science, Rehabilitation Science and Biomedical Engineering
University of Ottawa 2001 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (Hon), Human Kinetics
University of Sydney 2005 — 2005
Sport and Exercise Science
Banting Memorial High School 1997 — 1999
Sahra Nathoo's Grand Challenges Canada Experience April 2011 - August 2011
Job Graduate Student, University of Western Ontario, Division of Microbiology and Immunology
Industry Think Tanks
Experience
Western University September 2011 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada April 2011 - August 2011
McMaster University September 2009 - April 2011
McMaster University September 2008 - April 2009
Christian Children's Fund April 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Community Outreach, Leadership, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Immunology, Microsoft Office, Literature Reviews, Teamwork, Time Management, Critical Thinking, PowerPoint, PCR, Social Media, Training, Data Analysis, Research, SPSS, Social Media Marketing, Experimental Design, Strategic Communications, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Cell Culture, Transfection, Western Blotting, Animal Work, Article Submission
Education
The University of Western Ontario 2011 — 2013
Masters in Science, Cancer a Immunology
McMaster University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Major in Life Sciences, minor in Business
Western University September 2011 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada April 2011 - August 2011
McMaster University September 2009 - April 2011
McMaster University September 2008 - April 2009
Christian Children's Fund April 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Community Outreach, Leadership, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Immunology, Microsoft Office, Literature Reviews, Teamwork, Time Management, Critical Thinking, PowerPoint, PCR, Social Media, Training, Data Analysis, Research, SPSS, Social Media Marketing, Experimental Design, Strategic Communications, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Cell Culture, Transfection, Western Blotting, Animal Work, Article Submission
Education
The University of Western Ontario 2011 — 2013
Masters in Science, Cancer a Immunology
McMaster University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Major in Life Sciences, minor in Business
Matt Dickson Matt Dickson's Grand Challenges Canada Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Data Analyst at Grand Challenges Canada
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Grand Challenges Canada September 2014 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada May 2014 - August 2014
McMaster University October 2013 - April 2014
University Health Network April 2013 - December 2013
St. Micheal Hospital May 2012 - October 2012
Children Garden Home & School September 2009 - November 2010
KEMRI-Wellcome Trust March 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Pharmacy Automation, Clinical Research, Teacher Mentoring, Project Management, Sourcing, Team Leadership, Data Analysis, Epidemiology, Public Health, Molecular Biology, Health Promotion, Management, PCR, Cell Culture, Lifesciences, Healthcare, Life Sciences
Education
McMaster University 2013 — 2014
Master of Science (MSc) Global Health, Health Policy and Management
Centennial College 2011 — 2012
Diploma in Pharmacy, Pharmacy Technician
University of Eastern Africa Baraton 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Sum Cum Laude
Grand Challenges Canada September 2014 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada May 2014 - August 2014
McMaster University October 2013 - April 2014
University Health Network April 2013 - December 2013
St. Micheal Hospital May 2012 - October 2012
Children Garden Home & School September 2009 - November 2010
KEMRI-Wellcome Trust March 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Pharmacy Automation, Clinical Research, Teacher Mentoring, Project Management, Sourcing, Team Leadership, Data Analysis, Epidemiology, Public Health, Molecular Biology, Health Promotion, Management, PCR, Cell Culture, Lifesciences, Healthcare, Life Sciences
Education
McMaster University 2013 — 2014
Master of Science (MSc) Global Health, Health Policy and Management
Centennial College 2011 — 2012
Diploma in Pharmacy, Pharmacy Technician
University of Eastern Africa Baraton 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Biological and Biomedical Sciences, Sum Cum Laude
Monica (Kugelmass) Cainer Monica (Kugelmass) Cainer's Grand Challenges Canada Experience October 2014 - Present
Job Advisor, Stakeholder Relations
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Grand Challenges Canada October 2014 - Present
Federal Secretariat Canada 150 December 2014 - June 2015
The Sofaer International MBA at Tel Aviv University August 2013 - August 2014
Office of the Hon. Peter Kent, former Minister of the Environment January 2010 - July 2013
Canadian Parliamentary Coalition to Combat Antisemitism September 2009 - December 2010
Legacy Heritage Fellowship September 2008 - August 2009
Skills
International Relations, Politics, Policy, Foreign Policy, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Political Science, Diplomacy, Economics, Government, Political Campaigns, Strategic Communications
Education
Tel Aviv University 2013 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business, Sustainability & Social Finance
The Hebrew University 2006 — 2008
Master's degree, Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies
Western University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Honors, International Relations and Affairs
Grand Challenges Canada October 2014 - Present
Federal Secretariat Canada 150 December 2014 - June 2015
The Sofaer International MBA at Tel Aviv University August 2013 - August 2014
Office of the Hon. Peter Kent, former Minister of the Environment January 2010 - July 2013
Canadian Parliamentary Coalition to Combat Antisemitism September 2009 - December 2010
Legacy Heritage Fellowship September 2008 - August 2009
Skills
International Relations, Politics, Policy, Foreign Policy, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Political Science, Diplomacy, Economics, Government, Political Campaigns, Strategic Communications
Education
Tel Aviv University 2013 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business, Sustainability & Social Finance
The Hebrew University 2006 — 2008
Master's degree, Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies
Western University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Honors, International Relations and Affairs
Lauren Elliott Lauren Elliott's Grand Challenges Canada Experience April 2014 - Present
Job Investment Manager at Grand Challenges Canada
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Grand Challenges Canada April 2014 - Present
Museum of Vancouver January 2012 - June 2015
Aurora Mineral Resource Group Ltd. February 2012 - January 2014
WilmerHale July 2009 - March 2011
Apex BioVentures Acquisition Corporation February 2008 - March 2009
Geoscience BC March 2006 - February 2008
AME BC October 2003 - February 2006
Skills
Research, Event Management, Conferences, Event Planning, Non-profits, Administration, Writing, Microsoft Office, Customer Relations, Legal Research, Events, Nonprofits, Management, Training, Environmental Awareness, System Administration, Project Planning, Corporate Law, Marketing, Corporate Governance, Legal, Mining
Education
University of London 2007 — 2010
LLB, Law
Royal Roads University 2006 — 2008
BJus, Justice
Simon Fraser University 1999 — 2003
BA, History, Psychology
Grand Challenges Canada April 2014 - Present
Museum of Vancouver January 2012 - June 2015
Aurora Mineral Resource Group Ltd. February 2012 - January 2014
WilmerHale July 2009 - March 2011
Apex BioVentures Acquisition Corporation February 2008 - March 2009
Geoscience BC March 2006 - February 2008
AME BC October 2003 - February 2006
Skills
Research, Event Management, Conferences, Event Planning, Non-profits, Administration, Writing, Microsoft Office, Customer Relations, Legal Research, Events, Nonprofits, Management, Training, Environmental Awareness, System Administration, Project Planning, Corporate Law, Marketing, Corporate Governance, Legal, Mining
Education
University of London 2007 — 2010
LLB, Law
Royal Roads University 2006 — 2008
BJus, Justice
Simon Fraser University 1999 — 2003
BA, History, Psychology
Claude Briand Claude Briand's Grand Challenges Canada Experience August 2010 - Present
Job Director of Finance and Administration at Grand Challenges Canada
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Grand Challenges Canada August 2010 - Present
International Development Research Centre March 2008 - August 2010
Skills
Non-profits, Research, Nonprofits, International..., Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Policy Analysis, Policy, Business Planning, Community Outreach, Data Analysis, Analysis, Program Management, Grants, Project Management
Education
Université du Québec en Outaouais
Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
Grand Challenges Canada August 2010 - Present
International Development Research Centre March 2008 - August 2010
Skills
Non-profits, Research, Nonprofits, International..., Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Policy Analysis, Policy, Business Planning, Community Outreach, Data Analysis, Analysis, Program Management, Grants, Project Management
Education
Université du Québec en Outaouais
Bachelor in Business Administration, Accounting
Bianca Ponziani's Grand Challenges Canada Experience May 2013 - September 2013
Job Law, Patents & Compliance Team Intern at Bayer HealthCare
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Bayer HealthCare May 2015 - July 2015
UNITAID at the World Health Organization May 2014 - August 2014
United Nations Orchestra May 2014 - July 2014
The High Commission of Canada in the United Kingdom February 2014 - May 2014
The Law Office of Maître Eric Gourdin-Servèniere December 2013 - February 2014
Grand Challenges Canada May 2013 - September 2013
McGill Entrepreneurs' Society (MES) January 2010 - May 2013
The Institute for Health and Social Policy January 2013 - April 2013
Canada Border Services Agency May 2011 - August 2012
Office of Sustainability at McGill University January 2011 - August 2011
Skills
SPSS, Public Speaking, Start-ups, Violin, Speech Writing, Sustainability, Qualitative Research, Global Health, Budget Monitoring, Bank Reconciliation, Directors & Officers..., Articles Of..., Federal Grant Management, Gantt Project, Research, Policy, Microsoft Office
Education
University of Toronto Faculty of Law 2014 — 2018
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
McGill University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (Hons.), Joint Honours Environment and Political Science, with Distinction
Institut d'Etudes politiques de Paris / Sciences Po Paris 2011 — 2012
Visiting Student, Political Science
Università per Stranieri di Perugia 2010 — 2010
B2 Intensivo Certificate (as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages), Italian Studies
Hong Kong International School 2007 — 2009
Advanced Placement Curriculum
Bayer HealthCare May 2015 - July 2015
UNITAID at the World Health Organization May 2014 - August 2014
United Nations Orchestra May 2014 - July 2014
The High Commission of Canada in the United Kingdom February 2014 - May 2014
The Law Office of Maître Eric Gourdin-Servèniere December 2013 - February 2014
Grand Challenges Canada May 2013 - September 2013
McGill Entrepreneurs' Society (MES) January 2010 - May 2013
The Institute for Health and Social Policy January 2013 - April 2013
Canada Border Services Agency May 2011 - August 2012
Office of Sustainability at McGill University January 2011 - August 2011
Skills
SPSS, Public Speaking, Start-ups, Violin, Speech Writing, Sustainability, Qualitative Research, Global Health, Budget Monitoring, Bank Reconciliation, Directors & Officers..., Articles Of..., Federal Grant Management, Gantt Project, Research, Policy, Microsoft Office
Education
University of Toronto Faculty of Law 2014 — 2018
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
McGill University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (Hons.), Joint Honours Environment and Political Science, with Distinction
Institut d'Etudes politiques de Paris / Sciences Po Paris 2011 — 2012
Visiting Student, Political Science
Università per Stranieri di Perugia 2010 — 2010
B2 Intensivo Certificate (as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages), Italian Studies
Hong Kong International School 2007 — 2009
Advanced Placement Curriculum
Raymond Shih's Grand Challenges Canada Experience April 2013 - November 2013
Job President and Founding Partner at QoC Health Inc.
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
QoC Health Inc. June 2014 - Present
QoC Health Inc. November 2013 - May 2014
Grand Challenges Canada April 2013 - November 2013
Grand Challenges Canada July 2012 - March 2013
Grand Challenges Canada August 2010 - June 2012
Grant Thornton October 2009 - August 2010
Grant Thornton January 2009 - September 2009
Grant Thornton January 2008 - December 2008
Grant Thornton June 2007 - December 2007
Nortel May 2006 - December 2006
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Non-profits, Management Consulting, Accounting, Financial Analysis, International Business, Marketing Research, Team Management, Hiring Employees, Financial Modeling, Public Sector, Stakeholder Management, Global Health, Presentations, Internal Controls, Analysis, Finance, Management, Financial Reporting, Internal Audit, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, Strategy, Business Planning, Project Management, Business Development, Market Research, Change Management, Budgets, Due Diligence, Project Planning, Data Analysis, Leadership, Marketing, Business Process..., Operations Management, Business Strategy, Business Analysis, Strategic Planning, Organizational..., Nonprofits
Education
University of Toronto 2011 — 2013
Certificate, Creative Writing
University of Calgary 2005 — 2007
MBA, Marketing specialization
Queen's University 1998 — 2002
B.Comm, Finance
SMUS 1997 — 1998
High School
Dhahran School 1993 — 1995
QoC Health Inc. June 2014 - Present
QoC Health Inc. November 2013 - May 2014
Grand Challenges Canada April 2013 - November 2013
Grand Challenges Canada July 2012 - March 2013
Grand Challenges Canada August 2010 - June 2012
Grant Thornton October 2009 - August 2010
Grant Thornton January 2009 - September 2009
Grant Thornton January 2008 - December 2008
Grant Thornton June 2007 - December 2007
Nortel May 2006 - December 2006
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Non-profits, Management Consulting, Accounting, Financial Analysis, International Business, Marketing Research, Team Management, Hiring Employees, Financial Modeling, Public Sector, Stakeholder Management, Global Health, Presentations, Internal Controls, Analysis, Finance, Management, Financial Reporting, Internal Audit, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, Strategy, Business Planning, Project Management, Business Development, Market Research, Change Management, Budgets, Due Diligence, Project Planning, Data Analysis, Leadership, Marketing, Business Process..., Operations Management, Business Strategy, Business Analysis, Strategic Planning, Organizational..., Nonprofits
Education
University of Toronto 2011 — 2013
Certificate, Creative Writing
University of Calgary 2005 — 2007
MBA, Marketing specialization
Queen's University 1998 — 2002
B.Comm, Finance
SMUS 1997 — 1998
High School
Dhahran School 1993 — 1995
Sarkar Shyamol Sarkar Shyamol's Grand Challenges Canada Experience March 2015 - May 2015
Job Accountant (Contractual) at Global Matrix Holdings Ltd.
Industry Accounting
Experience
Global Matrix June 2015 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada March 2015 - May 2015
ACT Finance January 2014 - February 2015
Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation-SDC July 2011 - April 2013
USC Canada February 2008 - June 2011
Home Bound Group of Industries April 2006 - December 2007
Skills
Financial Reporting, Non-profit Grants..., Bank Reconciliation, Contract Management, Journal Entries, General Ledger..., Invoice verification..., Application of..., Non-profit..., Year End Accounts..., Accounts Receivable and..., Budget Process and..., Nonprofits, Microsoft Office, NGOs, Project Planning, Management, Research, Budgets
Education
CPA Canada 2013 — 2015
CPA CGA Finalist
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants ACCA, UK 2010 — 2014
ACCA - Final Level, Accounting and Finance
Stamford University Bangladesh 2008 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (Finance), Accounting and Finance
Global Matrix June 2015 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada March 2015 - May 2015
ACT Finance January 2014 - February 2015
Swiss Agency for Development and Cooperation-SDC July 2011 - April 2013
USC Canada February 2008 - June 2011
Home Bound Group of Industries April 2006 - December 2007
Skills
Financial Reporting, Non-profit Grants..., Bank Reconciliation, Contract Management, Journal Entries, General Ledger..., Invoice verification..., Application of..., Non-profit..., Year End Accounts..., Accounts Receivable and..., Budget Process and..., Nonprofits, Microsoft Office, NGOs, Project Planning, Management, Research, Budgets
Education
CPA Canada 2013 — 2015
CPA CGA Finalist
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants ACCA, UK 2010 — 2014
ACCA - Final Level, Accounting and Finance
Stamford University Bangladesh 2008 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (Finance), Accounting and Finance
Peter Singer Peter Singer's Grand Challenges Canada Experience 2010 - Present
Job CEO of Grand Challenges Canada & Director of Sandra Rotman Centre
Industry Think Tanks
Experience
Grand Challenges Canada 2010 - Present
Sandra Rotman Centre 2006 - Present
Skills
Public Health, Leadership, Lifesciences, Research, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Bioethics, International..., Strategic Planning, Program Evaluation, Qualitative Research, Biotechnology, Global Health, Government, Epidemiology, Strategy, Data Analysis, Health Policy, Policy, Proposal Writing, Analysis, Healthcare, Science, Nonprofits, Capacity Building, Public Policy, Grant Writing, Program Development, Clinical Research, Life Sciences, Blackberry
Education
Harvard Business School 2006 — 2006
AMP
University of Toronto
MD
Yale University
MPH
Grand Challenges Canada 2010 - Present
Sandra Rotman Centre 2006 - Present
Skills
Public Health, Leadership, Lifesciences, Research, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Bioethics, International..., Strategic Planning, Program Evaluation, Qualitative Research, Biotechnology, Global Health, Government, Epidemiology, Strategy, Data Analysis, Health Policy, Policy, Proposal Writing, Analysis, Healthcare, Science, Nonprofits, Capacity Building, Public Policy, Grant Writing, Program Development, Clinical Research, Life Sciences, Blackberry
Education
Harvard Business School 2006 — 2006
AMP
University of Toronto
MD
Yale University
MPH
Pamela Kanellis Pamela Kanellis's Grand Challenges Canada Experience 2014 - 2015
Job
Industry Biotechnology
Experience
Ontario Centres of Excellence 2015 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada 2014 - 2015
Grand Challenges Canada 2011 - 2014
Life Sciences Ontario (LSO) 2011 - January 2012
SHI Consulting 2007 - 2011
University of Toronto, Department of Molecular Genetics 2001 - 2007
McMaster University, Department of Biochemistry 2000 - 2001
Skills
Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Cancer, Health, Genetics, Biotechnology, Research, Strategic Planning, Healthcare, Business Strategy, Strategy Development, Data Analysis, Biochemistry, Market Research, Proposal Writing, Business Planning, Program Management, Lifesciences, Mental Health, Clinical Research, Cell Biology, Pharmaceutical Industry, Strategy, Public Health, Project Management
Education
University of Toronto 2001 — 2007
Ph.D.
McMaster University 1996 — 2001
B.Sc., Honours
Ontario Centres of Excellence 2015 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada 2014 - 2015
Grand Challenges Canada 2011 - 2014
Life Sciences Ontario (LSO) 2011 - January 2012
SHI Consulting 2007 - 2011
University of Toronto, Department of Molecular Genetics 2001 - 2007
McMaster University, Department of Biochemistry 2000 - 2001
Skills
Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Cancer, Health, Genetics, Biotechnology, Research, Strategic Planning, Healthcare, Business Strategy, Strategy Development, Data Analysis, Biochemistry, Market Research, Proposal Writing, Business Planning, Program Management, Lifesciences, Mental Health, Clinical Research, Cell Biology, Pharmaceutical Industry, Strategy, Public Health, Project Management
Education
University of Toronto 2001 — 2007
Ph.D.
McMaster University 1996 — 2001
B.Sc., Honours
Karlee Silver Karlee Silver's Grand Challenges Canada Experience May 2015 - Present
Job
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Grand Challenges Canada May 2015 - Present
Skills
Research, Qualitative Research, Data Analysis, Public Health, Program Evaluation, Nonprofits, International..., Molecular Biology, Public Speaking
Education
Oxford University 2002 — 2006
DPhil, Medicine
The University of Winnipeg 1998 — 2002
BSc, Biochemistry
Grand Challenges Canada May 2015 - Present
Skills
Research, Qualitative Research, Data Analysis, Public Health, Program Evaluation, Nonprofits, International..., Molecular Biology, Public Speaking
Education
Oxford University 2002 — 2006
DPhil, Medicine
The University of Winnipeg 1998 — 2002
BSc, Biochemistry
Gillian Christie Gillian Christie's Grand Challenges Canada Experience May 2011 - August 2011
Job Health Innovation Analyst at The Vitality Institute
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
The Vitality Group Inc. August 2013 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada May 2011 - August 2011
Grand Challenges Canada June 2010 - September 2010
Sandra Rotman Centre June 2009 - August 2009
Education
University of Cambridge 2012 — 2013
Master of Philosophy (MPhil), Innovation, Strategy and Organization
University of St. Andrews 2008 — 2012
Master of Arts (M.A.) (Hons), Management
The Vitality Group Inc. August 2013 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada May 2011 - August 2011
Grand Challenges Canada June 2010 - September 2010
Sandra Rotman Centre June 2009 - August 2009
Education
University of Cambridge 2012 — 2013
Master of Philosophy (MPhil), Innovation, Strategy and Organization
University of St. Andrews 2008 — 2012
Master of Arts (M.A.) (Hons), Management
Shane Green Shane Green's Grand Challenges Canada Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Director, Programs at Grand Challenges Canada
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Grand Challenges Canada September 2014 - Present
University of Toronto June 2013 - Present
St. Michael's Hospital February 2014 - May 2014
Sandra Rotman Centre March 2010 - February 2014
Ontario Genomics Institute 2008 - February 2010
Ontario Genomics Institute 2005 - 2008
Skills
Public Health, Community Outreach, Leadership, Global Health, Lifesciences, Scientific Writing, Molecular Biology, Research, Genomics, Biotechnology, Genetics, Science, Life Sciences, Program Management
Education
Ivey Business School at Western University 2013 — 2013
Ivey Leadership Program (May 2013)
University of Toronto 1997 — 2003
PhD, Medical Biophysics
University of Guelph 1992 — 1996
BSc, Molecular Biology & Genetics
Grand Challenges Canada September 2014 - Present
University of Toronto June 2013 - Present
St. Michael's Hospital February 2014 - May 2014
Sandra Rotman Centre March 2010 - February 2014
Ontario Genomics Institute 2008 - February 2010
Ontario Genomics Institute 2005 - 2008
Skills
Public Health, Community Outreach, Leadership, Global Health, Lifesciences, Scientific Writing, Molecular Biology, Research, Genomics, Biotechnology, Genetics, Science, Life Sciences, Program Management
Education
Ivey Business School at Western University 2013 — 2013
Ivey Leadership Program (May 2013)
University of Toronto 1997 — 2003
PhD, Medical Biophysics
University of Guelph 1992 — 1996
BSc, Molecular Biology & Genetics
Asher Hasan MD Asher Hasan MD's Grand Challenges Canada Experience November 2012 - Present
Job 2011 Asian Entrepreneur of the Year at World Economic Forum/Schwab Foundation
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
docthers.com July 2014 - Present
The Unreasonable Institute July 2015 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada November 2012 - Present
abc* Foundation 2012 - Present
World Economic Forum/Schwab Foundation August 2011 - Present
Edmond de Rothschild - Ariane de Rothschild Foundation July 2011 - Present
Ashoka December 2010 - Present
Asia Society August 2010 - Present
Clinton Global Initiative June 2009 - Present
TED 2009 - Present
Skills
Social Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship, NGOs, Policy, Leadership, Sustainability, Social Enterprise, Social Innovation, Corporate Social..., Government, Strategy, International..., Nonprofits, Fundraising, Strategic Communications, International Relations, Capacity Building, Community Development, Philanthropy, Workshop Facilitation, Emerging Markets, Business Strategy, Public Speaking, Start-ups, Social Networking, Strategic Partnerships, International Business, Sustainable Development, Healthcare, Management Consulting, Technical Assistance, Public Relations, Angel Investing, Corporate Development, Research, Strategic Planning, Economic Development, Non-profits, Venture Capital, Strategic Thinking
Education
Harvard Business School 2013 — 2013
Executive Education, Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Karachi Grammar School 1950 — 2012
University of Cambridge 2011 — 2011
Executive Education Program, Social Entrepreneurship
New York University - Leonard N. Stern School of Business 2003 — 2007
MBA, Global Business
Harvard Medical School 1993 — 1995
Endovascular Restenosis
St. Paul's High School 1984 — 1988
INSEAD
Oberlin College
docthers.com July 2014 - Present
The Unreasonable Institute July 2015 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada November 2012 - Present
abc* Foundation 2012 - Present
World Economic Forum/Schwab Foundation August 2011 - Present
Edmond de Rothschild - Ariane de Rothschild Foundation July 2011 - Present
Ashoka December 2010 - Present
Asia Society August 2010 - Present
Clinton Global Initiative June 2009 - Present
TED 2009 - Present
Skills
Social Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship, NGOs, Policy, Leadership, Sustainability, Social Enterprise, Social Innovation, Corporate Social..., Government, Strategy, International..., Nonprofits, Fundraising, Strategic Communications, International Relations, Capacity Building, Community Development, Philanthropy, Workshop Facilitation, Emerging Markets, Business Strategy, Public Speaking, Start-ups, Social Networking, Strategic Partnerships, International Business, Sustainable Development, Healthcare, Management Consulting, Technical Assistance, Public Relations, Angel Investing, Corporate Development, Research, Strategic Planning, Economic Development, Non-profits, Venture Capital, Strategic Thinking
Education
Harvard Business School 2013 — 2013
Executive Education, Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Karachi Grammar School 1950 — 2012
University of Cambridge 2011 — 2011
Executive Education Program, Social Entrepreneurship
New York University - Leonard N. Stern School of Business 2003 — 2007
MBA, Global Business
Harvard Medical School 1993 — 1995
Endovascular Restenosis
St. Paul's High School 1984 — 1988
INSEAD
Oberlin College
Darrell Elliott's Grand Challenges Canada Experience 2012 - Present
Job Venture Adviser, Consultant, Investee Committee Member at Grand Challenges Canada
Industry Biotechnology
Experience
Grand Challenges Canada 2012 - Present
Isuma Strategies Inc. July 2009 - Present
Calyx Bio-Ventures Inc. October 2008 - 2010
Apex Bioventures Acquision Corp. June 2007 - June 2009
ViRexx 2007 - January 2009
MDS Capital Corp August 1999 - March 2006
Royal Bank Capital Corp. 1989 - 1998
Education
University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika 1970 — 1974
Grand Challenges Canada 2012 - Present
Isuma Strategies Inc. July 2009 - Present
Calyx Bio-Ventures Inc. October 2008 - 2010
Apex Bioventures Acquision Corp. June 2007 - June 2009
ViRexx 2007 - January 2009
MDS Capital Corp August 1999 - March 2006
Royal Bank Capital Corp. 1989 - 1998
Education
University of South Africa/Universiteit van Suid-Afrika 1970 — 1974
Maria Noble Arasaratnam's Grand Challenges Canada Experience January 2013 - March 2013
Job MSc Health Research, Drug & Pharmacy Coordinator
Industry Pharmaceuticals
Experience
Loblaw Companies Limited March 2013 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada January 2013 - March 2013
Guardian Pharmacy January 2011 - January 2013
University Health Network February 2012 - August 2012
M3 SocialMindz August 2009 - August 2010
Livingston International August 2005 - August 2009
Skills
Research, Data Analysis, Qualitative Research, Healthcare, Quantitative Research, Pharmacy, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Time Management, Clinical Research, Customer Service, Analysis, Social Media, Data Entry, Social Research, Budgets, Social Networking, Pharmacists, Pharmaceutical Industry, Pricing Strategy, Leadership, Feature Articles, Editing, Training, Management, Teamwork, Grant Preparation, Recruiting, Public Speaking, Access, PowerPoint, Team Leadership, Forecasting, Critical Thinking, Patient Safety, Writing, Patient Satisfaction
Education
Brunel University 2009 — 2010
Master of Science
York University 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts with Honors
Loblaw Companies Limited March 2013 - Present
Grand Challenges Canada January 2013 - March 2013
Guardian Pharmacy January 2011 - January 2013
University Health Network February 2012 - August 2012
M3 SocialMindz August 2009 - August 2010
Livingston International August 2005 - August 2009
Skills
Research, Data Analysis, Qualitative Research, Healthcare, Quantitative Research, Pharmacy, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Time Management, Clinical Research, Customer Service, Analysis, Social Media, Data Entry, Social Research, Budgets, Social Networking, Pharmacists, Pharmaceutical Industry, Pricing Strategy, Leadership, Feature Articles, Editing, Training, Management, Teamwork, Grant Preparation, Recruiting, Public Speaking, Access, PowerPoint, Team Leadership, Forecasting, Critical Thinking, Patient Safety, Writing, Patient Satisfaction
Education
Brunel University 2009 — 2010
Master of Science
York University 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts with Honors
Kristen Yee's Grand Challenges Canada Experience 2012 - Present
Job Public Health Specialist | Global Health
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Grand Challenges Canada 2012 - Present
Aluvia Study, University of Zambia 2010 - 2013
Homeless Health Initiative Mental Health Clinic October 2010 - May 2012
CARE International August 2011 - 2012
Rollins School of Public Health September 2011 - December 2011
District Medical Office/Total Control of the Epidemic Mazabuka May 2011 - August 2011
Community Needs Assessment, Homeless Health Initiative (HHI) January 2011 - May 2011
Rollins School of Public Health September 2010 - May 2011
Aluvia Study, University of Zambia November 2009 - August 2010
Community MicroSkills Development Centre December 2008 - December 2009
Skills
Qualitative Research, SPSS, Microsoft Office, Editing, SAS, Mental Health, Stata, Quantitative Research, Public Health, Research, Grant Writing, Program Evaluation, Data Analysis, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Report Writing, MAXQDA, Maternal Health
Education
Emory University 2010 — 2012
Master of Public Health, Community Health and Development
Emory University 2010 — 2012
Graduate Certificate in Global Complex Humanitarian Emergencies
University of Toronto 2004 — 2008
HBA, Peace and Conflict Studies
Grand Challenges Canada 2012 - Present
Aluvia Study, University of Zambia 2010 - 2013
Homeless Health Initiative Mental Health Clinic October 2010 - May 2012
CARE International August 2011 - 2012
Rollins School of Public Health September 2011 - December 2011
District Medical Office/Total Control of the Epidemic Mazabuka May 2011 - August 2011
Community Needs Assessment, Homeless Health Initiative (HHI) January 2011 - May 2011
Rollins School of Public Health September 2010 - May 2011
Aluvia Study, University of Zambia November 2009 - August 2010
Community MicroSkills Development Centre December 2008 - December 2009
Skills
Qualitative Research, SPSS, Microsoft Office, Editing, SAS, Mental Health, Stata, Quantitative Research, Public Health, Research, Grant Writing, Program Evaluation, Data Analysis, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Report Writing, MAXQDA, Maternal Health
Education
Emory University 2010 — 2012
Master of Public Health, Community Health and Development
Emory University 2010 — 2012
Graduate Certificate in Global Complex Humanitarian Emergencies
University of Toronto 2004 — 2008
HBA, Peace and Conflict Studies
Kenneth Simiyu's Grand Challenges Canada Experience January 2011 - Present
Job Program Officer at Grand Challenges Canada
Industry International Trade and Development
Experience
Grand Challenges Canada January 2011 - Present
International organization for migration January 2007 - September 2007
Education
University of Toronto 2007 — 2010
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Biomedical sciences and innovation
The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences 2004 — 2007
Master's Degree, Public Health-Global health Policy
University of Nairobi 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Veterinary Medicine
Grand Challenges Canada January 2011 - Present
International organization for migration January 2007 - September 2007
Education
University of Toronto 2007 — 2010
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Biomedical sciences and innovation
The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences 2004 — 2007
Master's Degree, Public Health-Global health Policy
University of Nairobi 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM), Veterinary Medicine
Jo-Ann Osei-Twum's Grand Challenges Canada Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Health Sciences and Education Researcher
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant Education Accreditation Program July 2014 - Present
The University of British Columbia May 2014 - March 2015
The University of British Columbia September 2009 - October 2014
Grand Challenges Canada May 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Molecular Biology, Research, Cell Culture, Western Blotting, Lifesciences, Microsoft Excel, Epidemiology, Public Health, Data Analysis, HPLC, PowerPoint, Global Health, Communication, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Literature Reviews, ELISA, Biotechnology, Biotechnology Industry, People Skills, Grant Administration, Scientific Writing, Science, Department Budgeting, Quantitative Research, Report Writing, Focus Groups, Life Sciences
Education
The University of British Columbia 2010 — 2014
Master of Science (MSc)
The University of British Columbia 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
University of Cape Town 2007 — 2007
Study Abroad Program
Occupational Therapist Assistant and Physiotherapist Assistant Education Accreditation Program July 2014 - Present
The University of British Columbia May 2014 - March 2015
The University of British Columbia September 2009 - October 2014
Grand Challenges Canada May 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Molecular Biology, Research, Cell Culture, Western Blotting, Lifesciences, Microsoft Excel, Epidemiology, Public Health, Data Analysis, HPLC, PowerPoint, Global Health, Communication, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Literature Reviews, ELISA, Biotechnology, Biotechnology Industry, People Skills, Grant Administration, Scientific Writing, Science, Department Budgeting, Quantitative Research, Report Writing, Focus Groups, Life Sciences
Education
The University of British Columbia 2010 — 2014
Master of Science (MSc)
The University of British Columbia 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (BSc)
University of Cape Town 2007 — 2007
Study Abroad Program
YMCA
American Red Cross
Boy Scouts of America
City Year
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Young Life
March of Dimes
UNICEF