Meet our 2023-2024 Executive Team
Chelsea Wang, Chair
U3 Philosophy and Political Science
Hometown: Vancouver, BC
“I am beyond excited to be leading the TEDxMcGill team this year! The TEDx mission resonates with me on a profound level. In a world harbouring so many diverse perspectives, TEDx serves as a platform for individuals to share unique insights, emphasizing open dialogue and understanding. As a passionate advocate for accessible knowledge and community engagement, I see TEDx as a platform that encourages individuals to think beyond boundaries and contribute to a collective reservoir of wisdom. I am so happy to be in the TEDx community and to be working alongside some of the most capable people I know. I can't wait to see our conference come to life this winter!”
Malorie Beaufils, VP Communications
U3 Occupational Therapy
Hometown: Joliette, QC
"I am absolutely thrilled to be returning as VP Communications for TEDxMcGill. This year's event is yet another opportunity to connect with speakers, attendees, and fellow organizers, all driven by a passion for knowledge and transformative thinking. I am looking forward to keeping you guys informed on the updates of the 2024 event!”
Le Thuy Duong Nguyen, Communications Coordinator
U3 Cognitive Science, International Development Studies minor
Hometown: Hanoi, Vietnam
"This year's theme resonates deeply with me and speaks to the importance of consistently challenging our perspectives and beliefs, and I cannot wait to hear the incredible ideas and discussions that will unfold during the conference. I have always believed in the power of inclusive dialogue in shaping a better world. It’s what initially drew me to TEDxMcGill as a volunteer last year, and it continues to fuel my passion for its mission—to empower and amplify voices."
Nanami Haruyama, VP Memberships
U2 Political Science, double minors in International Development and Social Entrepreneurship
Hometown: Tokyo, Japan
“Hi everyone! I'm so excited to participate in the multifaceted and vibrant landscape of TEDxMcGill and see how the speakers bring to life our theme "Kaleidoscope"! ”
Alyssa D'Souza, VP Memberships
U2 Honours Political Science, Philosophy and Linguistics minors
Hometown: Toronto, ON
"I'm so excited to be a part of the TEDxMcGill exec team again this year! I love everything TED/TEDx stands for, and I can't wait to meet and work alongside our incredible speakers. This year's theme can draw such different interpretations and I can't wait to see the meaning each speaker draws from it!"
Roberto Concepcion, Speaker Coordinator
U2 Sociology and International Development
Hometown: Jakarta, Indonesia
“I'm looking forward to organizing and participating in an inspiring event for young adults in the McGill community to spark further innovation of creative ideas. TEDxMcGill is important to me because it serves as a platform for students to connect through a love of learning and leadership while fostering a sense of community.”
Hanna Eik, Speaker Coordinator
U3 Psychology
Hometown: Oslo, Norway
“I’m so excited to continue getting to know new people and bringing the TEDxMcGill event to life! I believe we all have a unique perspective shaped by our life experiences, and I look forward to hearing the ideas people want to share:) Also, I suggest checking out "Why I'm done trying to be man enough" by Justin Baldoni, I found it a super interesting TED talk.”
Katherine Squitieri, VP Logistics
U2 International Development Studies and Art History
Hometown: Madison, WI
”I’m so honoured to join the TEDx team this year! We have such a talented, hardworking network of students who will make this year's event the best one yet. Don't miss it!”
Lucia Fernandez de Velasco, Logistics Coordinator
U4 International Development Studies and Political Science
Hometown: Barcelona, Spain
“I am so excited to be a Logistics Coordinator for TEDx McGill this year. TEDx has meant a lot to me and I hope that this year’s conference and our theme - Kaleidoscope - will inspire the McGill Community to share their ideas and speak up about what they care about!”
Marie Depuydt, Logistics Coordinator
U2 Joint Honours Political Science and International Development Studies
Hometown: Edinburgh, Scotland
“I am really looking forward to getting to know the Exec team better and see how the event itself turns out in February!! I see TedxMcGill as an amazing platform to unify fellow students from diverse backgrounds, bound by the annual theme. This year's theme - Kaleidoscope - will enable students to showcase their unique perspectives and interpretations, something I am proud of organizing.”
Daanish Khan, VP Sponsorships
U2 Political Science
Hometown: Ottawa, ON
“I’m really looking forward to hearing all the student speakers this year! There’s so many students learning and engaging in really cool things on campus and I’m excited to hear about them. That’s part of the reason I love TEDx McGill so much, because it makes this conference so accessible to students. See you all at the event!”
Phoebe Holt-Reiss, VP Sponsorships
U3 Political Science, Sociology, and Management
Hometown: Maplewood, NJ
“Hi all! After an exciting event last year, I'm happy to jump back into finding amazing sponsors for this year's conference. One of my favorite TEDx talks was by one of our speakers last year, Anna Maria Tosco, who spoke on co-dependency and divesting yourself from people-pleasing behaviors. Give it a watch (link in bio) if your friends tell you that you do too much!”
Kimberly Yang, VP Sponsorships
U2 Joint Honours Philosophy & East Asian Studies
Hometown: Thornhill, ON
“Creating spaces for conversations, for connections, for creativity, for change — these are just tidbits of what TEDxMcGill is about, and likewise, why I love working with this team so much! As this year's TEDxMcGill begins its annual cycle, I greatly look forward to the planning process of developing this year's conference in ensuring it's as welcoming and supportive of a space as possible: so don't hesitate to reach out if you ever have thoughts, concerns, or ideas in mind! (and if you ever want a TED Talk recommendation, I'd suggest listening to either "Strange answers to the psychopath test" or "The paradox of choice" — which, yes, I know is ironic since I'm clearly not great with choice-making if I chose multiple talks to recommend)”
Saiyid Kazmi, VP Finance
U3 Finance
Hometown: St. Louis, USA
“This is year is going to be exceptionally challenging yet rewarding as we embark on hosting the largest TEDxMcGill event in coming years. My favorite TED talk is by Matt Walker, a sleep specialist, and finally, TEDxMcGill is important to me because it’s a platform for the McGill community as well as bright minds all round to speak their truths and spread knowledge to anyone willing to listen.”