Lucille D’Souza is a senior legal and business leader with extensive experience in regulatory law, corporate governance, strategic leadership, and organizational transformation. Over a distinguished 24-year career at Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), Lucille held a variety of senior legal and executive leadership roles, including Vice-President and Associate General Counsel for Strategy & Operations and Head of the Subsidiary Governance Office, a global centre of governance expertise supporting legal professionals across eight locations worldwide.

Throughout her career, Lucille advised on regulatory matters, complex mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructurings, intellectual property, procurement and strategic initiatives. She also led efforts to strengthen governance practices, operational effectiveness and innovation. A strong advocate for diversity, equity and inclusion, she co-chaired RBC Law Group’s Diversity Committee and was recognized with a Lexpert Zenith Award for Diversity Action by In-House Legal Departments.

Lucille is privileged to have worked with ACCES Employment for many years and currently serves as Co-Chair of its Board of Directors. She is committed to advancing ACCES’s mission of connecting job seekers with meaningful employment opportunities and supporting employers in building diverse, inclusive and skilled workplaces. She brings to the Board a wealth of legal, governance and leadership experience, along with a strong belief based on her own family’s immigrant experience, in the importance of creating opportunities for individuals to contribute their talents and achieve their full potential contributing to a stronger Canadian society.

Lucille earned her Bachelor of Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University and her Bachelor of Laws from the University of Victoria. She was called to the Law Society of Ontario in 1998.

Andrea Robertson, MBA FEA

As a seasoned executive with over 25 years of experience in the private wealth and financial services industry, Andrea provides advice to organizations, families and individuals as they seek to direct their social capital to achieve impact through their philanthropy and investments.

Utilizing her sector and governance expertise, Andrea helps individuals who are starting their own Private Foundation to establish a vision and mission, navigate the complexities of governance and investment management, evaluate charities and understand impact.

Having worked at a top-tier bank, Andrea has developed a unique perspective on the Not-for Profit sector and innovation landscape and is adept at both strategic and hands-on interactions with clients. She has a robust ability to uncover the considerations and needs that are important to UHNW families, foundations and corporates as they develop or modify their strategic philanthropy towards purpose through the lens of their wealth considerations. In addition, she is a strong influencer, helping investment advisors understand the value of incorporating philanthropy into their client conversations.

As a member of the granting committee for the Private Giving Foundation, TD’s Donor-Advised Fund, Andrea helped establish the pillars of giving, and on an ongoing basis evaluated potential grantees.

Andrea has enhanced her experience through professional development, obtaining her Family Enterprise Advisor designation, taking the 21/64 course focused on strategic philanthropy for multi-generational families, and completing a number of Institute of Corporate Directors courses including the Rotman School of Business/ICD– Not-for-Profit Governance certificate.

With a long history of volunteer leadership in the charitable sector, Andrea is currently Co-Chair of the board of ACCES Employment, where she has served for over 12 years. She is frequently asked to speak on a range of topics including charitable governance and sustainable investing and has appeared on BNN and TVO.

Andrea received her Bachelor of Arts from Cornell University and her MBA from Columbia University.

Miguel A. Lopez is a Supply Chain and Operations executive with more than 25 years of experience in the medical device and pharmaceutical industries. After migrating from Mexico in 2006, he secured his first role in Canada as a Supply Chain consultant at Accenture through ACCES Employment. Since then, he has remained actively involved with ACCES, developing class exercises for the Supply Chain Connections program, serving on its Advisory Committee, and participating in numerous Speed Mentoring events, including the Connectors program. He has also been a frequent guest speaker for both the Supply Chain Connections and Advanced Manufacturing programs and was recognized as the Walk of Fame Alumni Champion in 2015.

Miguel has hired ACCES alumni into roles in Purchasing, Demand Planning, and Industrial Engineering. He has also mentored professionals from India, Iran, Afghanistan, Ukraine, Syria, the Philippines, China, and other countries in supply chain, purchasing, and operations management. Miguel holds a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, a Master’s degree in Sciences, and an MBA from the Laurier School of Business and Economics (Toronto campus).

Tolu Ajise currently holds the position of Supervisor, Accounting Services at the City of Burlington where she manages a team with overall responsibility for the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions of the City and serves as the finance liaison between the City and the Local Culture Boards which include the Art Gallery of Burlington, Burlington Public Library, Performing Arts Centre, and the Museums providing finance and accounting guidance.

As a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CMA) with an MBA in Finance and Multinational Management from The Wharton School of Business at University of Pennsylvania, Tolu uses her expertise and management skills to lead high impact teams while working directly with executives at the C-Level. Her expertise includes utilizing complex financial data and leveraging data analytic tools to develop and deliver high-quality strategic and financial outcomes for organizations.

Tolu is a past Treasurer and Board Member of the Mississauga Chamber Singers (MCS Chorus) and is an avid classical musician playing the piano and clarinet in her spare time.

Raly Chakarova is the Executive Director of the Toronto and Area Road Builders Association (TARBA), a leading industry association, whose members perform most of the new road construction and maintenance in the Greater Toronto Area and Simcoe County. Prior to this role, Raly was the Executive Director of the BOLT Charitable Foundation, Director of Policy at the Toronto Region Board of Trade, and Senior Advisor to the Ontario Minister of Economic Development and Growth, among other roles in the non-profit and government sectors.

Raly is a Board Member of ACCES Employment and the Residential and Civil Construction Alliance of Ontario (RCCAO) and a member of various industry organizations and government consultation groups. She holds a Master of Public Administration from Queen’s University and a Specialist in International Development and Political Science from University of Toronto.

Titi Akinsanmi is a Public Policy thought leader on the digital economy focused on shaping an enabling environment for innovation. A thought leader, coach and mentor, Titi has served as a Berkman Klein Fellow (Faculty of Law, Harvard University from 2018 – 2020); an advisory and steering committee Board member at GoodID, with the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Council on the Digital Economy and on the strategy and advisory team on Digital Identity.

Titi is a member of the Technical Advisory Group (TAG) on the 4th Industrial Revolution of the UNDP (Africa) and serves on the Presidential Advisory Committee on the Digital Economy (StartUpBill.NG) for Nigeria. She sits on the board of nonprofits like the Alliance for Affordable Internet, Yemi Shyllon Museum of Arts and Junior Achievement amongst others.

She has spent the last two decades – globally – advising, speaking and delivering on laws and policies connecting the public, civil and private sectors. Her expertise is discerning which, where, and how regulations and policies help harness digital opportunities while mediating its emerging tensions, addressing gaps and building sustainable allies. She is the Global Policy team lead for Google Assistant and Hardware having previously led the cluster for the global tech giant as the Government affairs and Public policy lead for West & Francophone Africa.

She holds a Master’s Degree in Law specializing in Privacy and Cybersecurity (Osgoode Law) and a Masters in Public Policy & Development Management (Uni. of Witwatersrand).

She is a Mama to 3 (2 XXs, 1 XY), and wifey to 1 (XY)

Adeline Cheng is Audit Head, GWAM, Manulife Bank and Advisory Services at Manulife Financial. In this role, she leads audit and advisory coverage across wealth and asset management, banking, providing independent assurance on governance, risk management, and control effectiveness.

Adeline has over two decades experience in Financial Services leading global teams and as a former Big 4 partner, advising senior executives on regulatory, operational, and strategic risks. She is known for her focus on balanced risk management through business partnership, and innovation, including the use of data analytics and emerging technologies to enhance effectiveness. She is passionate about developing talent and helping organizations build strong, resilient risk and control environments.

She possesses an MBA from Ivey School of Business (Western University) and also serves as a Board member of the Toronto Botanical Garden.

Marc Di Corrado is a Managing Director in Accenture’s Resources business. He leads a portfolio of clients in the Utilities, Energy, and Mining industries, leveraging over 24 years of experience to drive strategic programs across core business functions such as HR, Finance, Supply Chain, Customer Care and Field Operations. As a leader with a rich history of working with diverse teams and global companies, Marc has helped them navigate complex challenges and achieve their strategic objectives. 

In recent years, as the digital age and AI have reshaped the economy and the future of work, Marc has focused on helping companies embrace these disruptions. He has guided organizations in leveraging technology to enable leading practices, improve data analytics, and enrich the user experience. His forward-thinking approach ensures that companies are not only prepared for the future but are also able to capitalize on emerging opportunities.  

Marc is passionate about helping people be their best. He believes in establishing a collaborative environment where diverse thoughts and teams can flourish. His leadership style fosters innovation and inclusivity, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. 

Nichola Douse, MBA is a Vice President and Group Head of Customer Delivery at Mastercard in Canada.

In her role, Nichola oversees all aspects of technology and operational relationship with customers and key accounts in Canada. She drives the execution of Mastercard products and services in partnership with customers and payments ecosystem constituents and helps manage both technical and business aspects of program launches.

With over 22+ years in the financial industry, Nichola is a dynamic, curious leader driven by delivering operational excellence for customers and businesses in the payments ecosystem. At Mastercard, she is known for driving business forward, creatively overcoming obstacles by understanding and anticipating customer expectations, and leading high performing teams. Nichola’s collaborative and strategic approach to her work results in meaningful, transformational change that benefits all involved.

Prior to joining Mastercard, Nichola held various leadership positions at TD Bank based in Canada and the United States. Over the course of 14 years with the bank, Nichola oversaw branch channel strategy, network delivery, credit operations and retail branch banking.

Nichola is very passionate about giving back to the community she works in and is specifically focused on supporting youth at risk. Among other volunteer positions, Nichola was a board member for the Toronto Chapter of ProAction Kids and Children Hospital in Winnipeg, Manitoba,

Nichola is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and holds a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Phoenix, and a Bachelor of Arts degree from York University.

Alida Meghji is a Partner at EY Canada within the Artificial Intelligence and Data practice, implementing technology solutions for our Government and Public Sector clients across Canada. This includes helping government organizations strategize, implement and deploy AI and other emerging tools and technologies to ultimately improve outcomes to citizens. 

Alida’s expertise runs deep, with 15 years of consulting experience in Canada, the US, Australia, New Zealand, Afghanistan and South Sudan, including 8+ years working in Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Automation and almost 5 years working overseas in post-conflict countries. 

Her background in international development – with almost five years in Afghanistan and South Sudan – has helped her build up her knowledge in strategic policy, while also providing recommendations to post-conflict government organizations. Alida is passionate about making a difference to those less fortunate as demonstrated by her volunteer activities with ACCES and the Aga Khan Development Network. 

Alicia Rose is a nationally recognized social impact leader with over 15 years of experience spanning the nonprofit and corporate sectors. She currently serves as Assistant Vice President, Global Social Impact at TD Bank Group, where she leads TD’s social impact portfolio which includes more than $150 million in annual philanthropy, and oversees a national team responsible for community investment, partnerships, and colleague engagement.

Alicia brings deep expertise in corporate citizenship, human rights, reconciliation and equity, and is a trusted advisor to senior leadership on embedding these priorities into organizational strategy. She has built and stewarded partnerships with more than 3,000 community organizations across Canada and is widely recognized for connecting institutional scale to community impact.

Before joining TD, Alicia held leadership roles with the Greater Toronto Airports Authority and Business for the Arts, where she advanced national initiatives to strengthen community investment and governance in the arts sector.

Alicia brings strong governance experience, having served as Board Chair of JAYU (a human rights organization) and Soulpepper Theatre. She is a frequent national speaker on social impact and has been recognized as one of Canada’s “Outstanding Leaders in Corporate Social Impact” (2024) and a recipient of the Women in Change Civic Leadership Impact Award (2026).

Akif Siddiqui is a Senior Assurance Partner at PwC with three decades of experience leading complex audits and guiding organizations through major financial reporting transformations. His work has helped strengthen governance and transparency across the insurance and financial services sectors, including steering national teams through the adoption of new accounting standards and modernizing audit practices to support robust, trusted reporting. 

Beyond client service, Akif is deeply committed to the career growth of Canadians, especially newcomers and internationally trained professionals. Akif’s commitment to community extends to his volunteer leadership as current or past director of several charitable organizations. His charitable commitments lie with initiatives that foster education, health, and professional growth. As a volunteer board member and advisor, he helps strengthen strategy and governance so these organizations can scale their impact for Canadians. 

A passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, Akif is the founding Executive Sponsor of PwC’s South Asian Business Inclusion Network and a key leader in the Muslim Inclusion Network. He mentors emerging leaders, helping them expand their networks and providing practical coaching on leadership, communication, and credential recognition. 

Flora Yung is a Managing Director of the Financial Performance Management team at Bank of Montreal leading a high-performing team predominantly responsible for decision support to the Canadian Personal and Commercial Banking business in achieving financial results, financial performance measures, and quarterly earnings release. Flora has over 25 years of experience specialized in financial services industry demonstrated strategic leadership in establishing and leading processes including management & financial reporting, forecast & planning, financial performance measures, and due diligence on mergers and acquisitions. Flora received her Bachelor of Commerce from McGill University and is a member of CPA (Ontario).  

Flora is also a member of the BMO Finance Inclusion Council, as well, actively involved in the annual Finance Career Day events and most recently involved in fund raising for BMO Walk so Kids Can Talk in support of Kids Help Phone. She is serving as a board member of BMO Investment Inc. (a public company) since 2023.