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Our Board
President
Cherie Sexsmith
BFA, Masters in Education, Cherie is author and illustrator. She is on KNEF’s grant writing and curriculum development committee for KNEF Canada.
Vice President
Ceela Abena Gyan
Ceela holds a bachelor's degree in Theater Arts and Information Studies. She have been writing and directing for about two years and have spent the past six years working in administrative roles at KNEF.
Director of Operations
Mavis Adu
Mavis Adu is an experienced Director of Food and Nutrition at a long-term care home with over 20 years of expertise in management, Food Safety and nutrition. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated strong leadership, operational excellence, and a passion for delivering high-quality results
Board Member
Christine Sexsmith
Christine is an office administrator and has been associated with KNEF from the beginning. She has enjoyed watching the charity grow.
Board Member
Prof. Nicholas Bastine
Prof. Nicholas is a professor of Legal Studies at Osgoode Hall and a contract lawyer.
Board Member
Pratyush Devrani
For the past five years, Pratyush has been an integral part of KNEF, expertly managing all our digital platforms and offering invaluable IT support. With over a decade of experience in e-commerce, digital marketing, and the retail domain, he brings unparalleled expertise to the table. His educational background includes a Graduate Diploma in Applied Business, a Degree in Business Administration, and an NZ National Certificate in Retail Management.
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