Bianca Raguindin (she/her) has been a board member since late 2019. She currently works as a Marketing Coordinator with Alberta Blue Cross.

Her first experience with interVivos was as an intern who helped during the Summer 2019 Mentorship Program. The board often thrills Bianca for its work and passion for local engagement.

“I’m inspired by interVivos’ mission to create meaningful connections between Edmontonians through mentorship and community events, like the BIPOC mentorship program.”

Favourite Local Business: Filistix for food, Baijiu for drinks, and Doughnut Party for treats!

Fea Gelvezon (she/her) is the board secretary and has served on the board since the spring of 2023. She currently works as an Investigator with the Alberta Ombudsman.

Fea is inspired by interVivos' commitment to build strong communities by creating positive, nurturing networks.  interVivos understands this gap and provides opportunities to connect people through mentorship and community events.

“Community engagement provides the opportunity to learn from one another, create meaningful connections, and celebrate our diversity that shapes our city. ”

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Nikki Chau (she/her) is the board treasurer and has served on the board since the spring of 2023. She currently works as a Manager in Audit & Assurance at Kingston Ross Pasnak LLP.

Nikki believes that leadership can be learned from anyone regardless of their gender, age, ethnicity or prior work experience. interVivos is able to build the bridge towards connecting people from various backgrounds with one another.

“Community engagement creates valuable connections and opportunities to share knowledge towards making the community a better place for everyone. It also helps to form better leaders who then inspire positive growth to their own network.”

Favourite Local Business: La Bosco Bakery & Cafe

Sarah Teasdale (she/her) has been on the board since the winter of 2021. She currently works as a Digital Marketing Specialist at the Bissell Centre.

Her first experience with interVivos was when she participated in a mentorship program as a protégé several years ago. Sarah is motivated by interVivos because she knows the importance of community involvement and the difference it can make.

“Intervivos inspires me to engage with new groups and go beyond my comfort zone. The organization inspires me to work hard and to inspire others in the same way.”

Favourite Local Business: The Cavern

Suparna Gupta (she/her) has been on the board since the spring of 2023. She currently works as a Communications and Events Coordinator at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation.

Suparna is inspired by interVivos’ commitment to fostering leadership along with the organization's positive community impact. The organization has united diverse volunteers and created a platform for shared growth and collaboration.

“Community engagement empowers collective growth and harnesses local wisdom,for solutions on shared concerns. Through collaboration, we co-create vibrant spaces where each voice is heard, leading to enriched lives and sustainable progress.”

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Zohreh Saher (she/her) is the president of interVivos and one of the organization’s co-founders. She currently works in public policy development for the province.

Zohreh helped develop interVivos because there was a need to create more safe spaces for dialogue, engagement, and mentorship. Zohreh is constantly impressed by the interVivos team. Their passion for elevating diverse voices and commitment to grassroots organizing is what keeps her engaged.

“Over the years, I’ve seen my network grow. But, the thing that keeps me here is the ability to connect people: emerging leader to emerging leader, emerging leader to mentor.”

Favourite Local Business: The Common