The Accounting & Finance Student Association is run and governed by a fully-elected Executive Team and a partially-elected Board of Directors.
Executive Team
Michelle Reddy | president@uwafsa.ca
President (also sits on the Board of Directors). Is the official representative of AFSA and is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the entire student organization and maintaining strong communication between all executive and board members.
Quynh-Anh Le | vp.admin@uwafsa.ca
VP Admin & Knowledge Management. Responsible for maintaining the structure of the organization and all administration that would allow for the organization to run smoothly. Such duties include status reports and knowledge management.
Nicholas Kapageridis | vp.finance@uwafsa.ca
VP Finance (also sits on the Board of Directors). Responsible for the finances of the organization and ensures pre-approved funds are distributed in a timely, effective, and accountable process. Duties include creating and maintaining the budget, providing financial updates, and processing proposals.
Lydia Li |
vp.external@uwafsa.ca
VP External. Responsible for planning initiatives to help raise funds and awareness for charitable organizations, as well as establishing relationships with external institutions to gain sponsorships for various AFSA events.
Jess Purba | vp.education@uwafsa.ca
VP Education. Responsible for the evaluation of the School of Accounting and Finance quality, the student experience, and the development of long term and short term programs and initiatives to address the needs and concerns which arise during said evaluation of the education experience. Also serves as a faculty student liaison for students with single course, multi course, or overall program concerns.
Jei Raman Gnaneswaran | vp.internalevents@uwafsa.ca
VP Internal Events. Responsible for planning all social events that service Accounting and Finance students, such as 3 on 3 Basketball, Bubble Tea Talent Show, Upper Year Semi-Formal etc.
Hillary khieu | vp.marketing@uwafsa.ca
VP Marketing. Responsible for maintaining the public image of AFSA by means of promotional material/announcements, the AFSA website, and social media channels. Oversees the design, sale, and distribution of SAF merchandise, as well as the organization of AFSA's Professional Photoshoot.
Arnav Bhambra | vp.internalservices@uwafsa.ca
VP Internal Services. Responsible for running professional and career development services such as resumé critiques, interview workshops, the e-Mentorship program and the annual Tax Clinic where student volunteers help file free income taxes for the local community.
Board of Directors
Though the method by which board members are chosen will differ, all 7 representatives will work together to ensure that the Executive Committee’s actions are in the best interest of the students. The BoD will act as the trustees of the Fund and have the responsibility of approving budgets the Executive Committee sets forth. As well, the BoD will produce annual Audit Reports for the organization and provide recommendations on strategic options. Furthermore, the BoD will provide a timely mechanism by which organization and student feedback can be properly addressed. Lastly, the BoD will supervise elections and appoint directors for the following year. It is important to note that a substantial amount of the work on tasks mentioned above will happen at the committee level which will act as an integral factor in the success of the organization. Respective VP’s will work to ensure progress is on track, coordinate efforts across committees, and provide necessary resources and information. Board of Directors [7 positions] will be comprised of:
Executive Committee President
Executive Committee VP Finance
3 Appointed Directors:
no restriction on previous top-level AFSA experience
no restriction on previous top-level AFSA experience
2 Elected Directors:
no restriction on previous top-level AFSA experience
The mix of appointed and elected individuals as well as the varying experience requirements are meant to ensure a broad range of perspectives are brought to the table. This will create an environment that ensures knowledge about successful aspects will carryforward while allowing for change to also transpire when needed. Also important to note is that all Directors will need to demonstrate the value they will be adding to the organization – regardless of whether or not they have previous top-level AFSA experience.