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"It all starts at the top." How often have you heard that about successful companies? Great leaders inspire and motivate employees, resulting in higher quality work, and a stronger company overall.
Well, the same thing applies in the non-profit sector. At the top of every community organization is a volunteer board of directors, tasked with developing a strategic plan, monitoring the organization's finances, and yes, motivating and inspiring employees to do their absolute best in service of the organization's mission.
At RCRG, we're lucky to have a diverse, dynamic, dedicated board, comprised of both community and business leaders. If success starts at the top, then our organization is in good hands.
 | A longtime resident of Richmond, Ed has been involved in the volunteer sector for decades, having served as a Director and Chair of the Richmond Chamber of Commerce, Chair of RCRG (previously Volunteer Richmond), Chair of the Richmond Spirit of BC Committee, as well as several other positions. He and his wife, Linda, founded a private career college which they expanded to several campuses in the Lower Mainland before they sold it. Ed’s background also includes media (radio news) and management positions in the tourism, hospitality, and financial sectors. When not working, Ed enjoys being with his adult children and seven grandchildren, all of whom live close by. |
 | Jat Puri has served on the RCRG board since 2019. His volunteer experience also includes mentoring youth in the RCRG Youth Now program, serving as Vice President of the West Richmond Community Association, and as Director of the Heart of Richmond AIDS Society. In 2021, Jat was a Nova Star Award recipient, which recognizes volunteers whose contributions go above and beyond in Richmond. Outside of volunteering, Jat works at the Vancouver Airport Authority, where he has trained many volunteers in YVR’s Green Coat program, and supports multiple contracts that keep the airport running smoothly. |
 | Lawrence (Lawrie) Portigal is a native of Calgary and attended the University of Alberta, where he received degrees in Science and Law. He is a reitred member of the Alberta Bar. Lawrence first practiced with the City of Calgary and later was a senior executive in the coal, electricity, and natural gas industries. He moved to Richmond in 2002. Lawrence is active in the volunteer and non-profit sectors, and is currently a Director, Vice Chair, and Past President of Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives, a Director of Touchstone Family Association, a Director and President of Volunteer BC, and a Director and Past Chair of Volunteer Canada. |
 | Rebecca enjoys work that connects people with their purpose and passion. She lived in New York and Shanghai before moving to Richmond in 2012 and currently serves as the Executive Director of Trinity Western University, Richmond. She and her husband, Russ, are raising four kids, who are each active in various facets of our local community. |
 | Antony Wang grew up in South Delta but is now a resident of Richmond, BC. He graduated from UBC in 2018 with a BSc and is currently working as an Assistant Branch Manager at RBC Royal Bank. He first became acquainted with RCRG in 2018 and volunteered with his former TD colleagues to support RCRG at A Not So Silent Night, Windows of Hope, Richmond RCMP Toy Drive, TD’s Christmas Toy Drive at Toys-R-Us, and more. Antony is humbled to serve on the board of directors and to continue his community involvement so that we can make Richmond an even better place to live, work, and play. |
 | Before her retirement in 2015, Christine Campbell, with her husband, owned and operated four McDonald’s restaurants in Richmond. She now finds joy in supporting this community that is home to her heart. |
 | A lifelong resident of Richmond, Leon learned early on the virtues of volunteering from his parents, which led to long term volunteer positions with KidStart — PLEA Community Services, Richmond Hospital and St. John Ambulance. When not volunteering, Leon works as a senior scientist at STEMCELL Technologies where he specialized in stem cell and neuroscience research, and also as a reservist medic with the Canadian Armed Forces. Leon is excited at the opportunity to serve on RCRG's board to give back to the community he most cares about. |
 | A long-term Richmond resident and dedicated community volunteer, Traci joined the RCRG Board in 2023. She is a past Director for the Richmond Public Library, and currently serves on the Sharing Farm and Richmond Women’s Resource Centre Boards. Traci is a triple alumni from UBC, with degrees in Biochemistry and Nursing and extensive experience in high-acuity healthcare and clinical research settings. She is an advocate for inclusive services and spaces for all and is excited to work with the RCRG team to provide the best support possible to the Richmond community. |
 | A lifelong Richmond resident, Rick lives in Steveston with his wife of 34 years. He is recently retired from a successful 32-year career in the BC Gaming Industry. As Past President of the Rotary Club of Steveston, Rick understands the importance of community involvement and is honoured to be on the board of Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives. |
 | Jonathan grew up in Calgary, Alberta and has lived in Richmond for the last 14 years. He currently works as a Manager, Mobile Mortgage Specialist at TD Bank and has been with TD for over 7 years. Since 2015, he has taken part in many of RCRG's events such as the Christmas Toy Drive, Windows of Hope and A Not So Silent Night. He is humbled at the opportunity to serve on RCRG's Board of Directors and continue his work in giving back to the Richmond community. |
 | Elected to the RCRG Board in 2018, Melissa took on additional responsibilities in 2019 and 2020, when she also served on the organization's marketing committee. Melissa supports the Richmond Christmas Fund, and in 2021, joined the organizing committee for “A Not So Silent Night," the program's biggest fundraising activity. She is a business professional with experience in financial planning services, and actively volunteers throughout the Richmond community. |
