A third-generation North Shore resident, Brett and his wife currently live in the historic and hip waterfront community of Lower Lonsdale. Working as a Senior Manager at KPMG, he lends his money savvy to the NSCF by serving as the Board Treasurer. An avid runner, Brett spends his free time training on the North Shore trails. In his next life, he would want to come back as a dog, because “it would be so fun!”

At MLT Aikins, Sarvi works closely with business owners and operators in a variety of industries, including tourism, financial services, retail, health care, mining and natural resources. He has recently been involved in several high profile commercial and industrial property transactions and developments; private company mergers, acquisitions and combinations, multi-jurisdictional structured sale transactions, and corporate restructuring transactions and proceedings. 

Alexander Izzo is a Business Strategy Consultant, with more than 20 years of experience developing business and marketing strategies for a global technology company. Originally from Toronto, he has settled in the North Shore with his wife and 2 children and spends time coaching in the NVFC, NSGSC, and WVFHC, as well as snow boarding, playing golf and enjoying the North Shore life. 

With a background in commercial banking, Mike has been the VP of Business Development at KPMG for the past 15 years. He and his wife Shelley have raised 4 children in North Vancouver, and are deeply invested in making the North Shore a better place to live. Mike combines his creative vision with a strong business acumen and passion to make a difference in his community. One can find him enjoying the North Shore outdoors in his spare time. In his next life, he would want to come back as himself, but with all the life lessons he has learned thus far.

As a Chartered Professional Accountant #CPA and member of the Canadian Institute of Chartered Business Valuators #CBV, I work with Canadian businesses helping them to become bigger, stronger & more profitable through tailored BDC financing and advisory support.

A North Shore resident for the past 47 years, Raf has recently retired from a long career as Director of HR at Bordon Ladner Gervais LLP. In addition to lending her unique skill set to the NSCF, she enjoys reading and taking yoga classes, as well as spending time with her family. Given a choice, she would love to have dinner with Oprah.

Ben Capps is a Chartered Accountant and Partner at Smythe LLP. He has spent the last 19 years working with a variety of private and not-for-profit clients providing a range of specialized corporate services and advice. Ben grew up in the Interior of BC and now lives in the Lower Lonsdale neighbourhood. Outside of work, Ben leads an active lifestyle through his love for skiing. Ben joined the NSCF Board in December 2025. He also serves as a Director with Heritage BC, the Canadian Animal Assistance Team, Seva Canada, and as President and Council member on multiple strata

Shannon is a passionate advocate for Indigenous rights and a highly regarded member of the Squamish Nation. As a survivor of the Sixties Scoop, she has dedicated herself to promoting cultural preservation and driving forward progressive reconciliation initiatives for the betterment of generations to come. In her roles as COO of The Orange Shirt Society, Board Director of the Indian Residential School Survivors Society, and as Co-Chairperson of the annual Squamish Nation Youth Pow Wow Committee, Shannon draws inspiration from her grandfather, Mr. Edward Gilbert Nahanee, who made significant contributions through his pioneering work with the Native Brotherhood of BC.

Shannon is passionate about creating Reconciliation learning opportunities for all communities by sharing her story and educating on the true history of our Indigenous peoples and honouring the lands we live, work, and play on. She believes in coming together to help all communities thrive in Reconciliation. 

A past Director of NSCF,  Shannon continues her advisory role in guiding and informing our participation, progress, and relationships in meaningful Reconciliation.   ​

Sohail Kamal is the GM of North Shore Sports Medicine. His focus is on building and supporting the most dedicated, community-minded physiotherapy, kinesiology, and massage therapy team on the North Shore. He also has a strong interest in contributing to strong, vibrant, inclusive communities  and takes pride in making a positive impact shaping those around him. He has lived on the North Shore for over a decade and celebrates all the joys and wonders of this place with his  two children. An avid sportsman, he enjoys backcountry skiing and hockey, and dabbles in the occasional triathlon.

Richard Walton is a retired CPA who  also served 13 years as Mayor of  North Vancouver District. He currently serves as a director of the Fraser Basin Council,  and the BC Land Title and Survey Authority. E-Comm 911. He holds a BA from UBC, an MA from SFU, and the ICD.D designation from the Canadian Institute of Corporate Directors. He is a long  term resident of Vancouver’s North Shore and continues to be active in community affairs.

With over 30 years working in Social Work-related roles in health care and social services, Whitney possesses valuable experience navigating complex systems. She is passionate about engaging and growing community connections, especially via her extensive experience supporting local North Shore non-profits. As a 4th generation, life-long West Vancouver resident, Whitney values contributing to address North Shore issues, fostering a more inclusive and compassionate community. Having previously participated in grant adjudication for provincial and local funding programs, Whitney embraces NSCF granting as seeds of change!