Anthony Richardson
Food Security & Health Care
Anthony, a dedicated student from Houston, Texas, is pursuing a degree in healthcare with the goal of making a meaningful impact in the medical field. A lifelong basketball enthusiast, he brings the same passion and discipline from the court to his academic and community work. Since joining the Newman Global Initiative in 2019, Anthony has been actively involved in food drives, seniors’ outreach, and refugee support. He also contributes to the Sunflower Project and the We Can Help Foundation. His strong commitment to service and leadership reflects his drive to create positive change both locally and globally.
Kabeer Gill
Chair of the Advisory Board
Kabeer, an Ivey Business School student and experienced mental health advocate, serves as Chair of our Advisory Board. He primarily mentors our high school volunteers, guiding them to identify opportunities and master micro-funding through The Modesto Project.
Under Kabeer’s leadership, the team provides “helping hand” micro-grants, not loans, for local food programs, small businesses, and education. By removing the weight of debt, we empower recipients to thrive. When beneficiaries find success, they are invited to pay it forward, creating a sustainable, community-driven cycle of impact rooted in Kabeer’s vision of collaborative growth.
Ilaria DiBattista
Systems and Programming
A former student president, Ilaria is a dynamic leader who blends academic excellence with a deep commitment to social impact. She has led initiatives in mental health and addiction advocacy, organizing awareness campaigns and community events. As an advisor to “Butterfly Voice,” she helped guide the development of an AI-driven platform to improve literacy and address educational disparities. A national-level swimmer who represented Canada at the Maccabiah Games, Ilaria also partners with global brands like Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo to elevate mental health fundraising. Her leadership bridges grassroots action and global reach, all while excelling academically and athletically.
Sofia Esposito
Social Justice
Sofia has been a passionate supporter of the Newman Global Initiative since age 12, marking her as the first student to collaborate with Matthew and a dedicated advocate today. Currently pursuing a Criminology degree at York University, Sofia’s diverse interests span from social justice to the beauty and cosmetics industry.
Her primary focus is the Bridging Mission, which connects underserved community members with qualified legal professionals for initial guidance while partnering with law firms for pro bono representation. A loyal friend and instrumental member of the Newman Global community, Sofia is poised to make a meaningful impact across both her academic and entrepreneurial endeavors.
Zach Averitt
Community Support for Unhoused Neighbors
Zach Averitt is a sophomore at The University of Alabama pursuing a degree in business administration. Originally from Davidsonville, Maryland, Zach is a driven student leader passionate about sales, organizational growth, and team collaboration. A former high school and club ice hockey captain, he developed discipline grounded in accountability, composure under pressure, and team-first leadership.
Beyond athletics, Zach brings extensive experience in mentorship and community engagement. His background includes coaching Navy Youth Hockey in Annapolis, leading camps at the Cancer Wellness House, and managing service initiatives. Today, he channels that leadership into driving meaningful impact through the Modesto Project and The Legends 29 Initiative at the Newman Global Initiative.
Maguire Ryan
Mental Health
Maguire, an honors student at McGill University’s Desautels Faculty of Management, smoothly balances academic excellence with elite mogul skiing. As a former U16 Ontario Provincial Champion, he maintains a top FIS ranking, standing out as one of the circuit’s youngest male competitors. Beyond the slopes, Maguire plays competitive basketball and works as a restaurant host. Committed to supporting his peers, he also co-developed Project Capricorn for the Newman Global Initiative. This impactful mentorship program addresses mental health and academics for student-athletes, earning formal recognition from Ontario’s Minister of Mental Health and Addiction.
Emma Rosso
Mental Health and Addiction
Emma is a first-year business student at Western University and one of NGI’s longest-serving members. She consistently drives awareness for vital mental health and addiction initiatives, while also dedicating her time to teaching swimming lessons to children who otherwise lack access to them.
Emma’s natural leadership shines through her ability to mobilize others, actively recruiting community volunteers for local projects. Her outstanding service earned her the 2024 Vaughan Community Award and the 2023 NGI Volunteer of the Year award, a distinction voted upon by her peers.
Adrian Morsillo
Accounting & Finance
Adrian is a long-term NGI supporter and sophomore at McGill University’s Desautels Faculty of Management. He manages corporate accounting and financial reporting for the Advisory Board to ensure fiscal accountability. Additionally, Adrian leads a development team focused on strategic fundraising to expand global outreach.
Dedicated to youth mentorship, he trains high school volunteers in professional development and business pitching. Outside his leadership roles, the former competitive baseball player actively enjoys biking, automotive design, guitar, and golfing.
Megan Rajkumar
Health Initiatives
Megan, a freshman at the University of Central Florida, has been a dedicated leader with the Newman Global Initiative (NGI) since 2021. She primarily focuses on Project Sky Blue, bridging healthcare gaps for underserved communities.
Driven by a passion for philanthropy, Megan also helps lead related projects and is a former US student president. Outside of academics, she works as a certified swim instructor for young children. Whether in the classroom, community, or pool, Megan leads with purpose and compassion to make a lasting impact.
Karmin Kenth
Head of the Active Alumni
Karmin is a dedicated student at McMaster University, pursuing a Master’s degree with a focus on mental health. Passionate about improving mental health care, she contributed to research assessing primary care access and its impact on mood disorders. Beyond academics, Karmin volunteers with the university science orientation committee, supporting new students, and at a local hospital’s fracture clinic, gaining hands-on patient care experience. These experiences have developed her teamwork and empathy, complementing her academic pursuits. Karmin aspires to a career in dentistry, driven to make a lasting difference in healthcare
Connor Rogers
The Nano Fund Administrator
Hailing from Annapolis, MD, Connor Rogers is a Business and Wealth Management student passionate about leadership and community service. A former club and high school ice hockey player, Connor earned alternate captain honors his senior year through dedicated leadership and hard work. Today, he works on the water supporting local commercial crabbing operations.
Driven to help others, Connor helps shepherd The Nano Fund (Modesto Project), providing small, no-obligation micro-funds for individuals, food programs, businesses, and education. He also actively supports the Hummingbird Platform, which leverages conversational AI to enhance reading comprehension for young students, children with special needs, and ESL seniors.