RYAN HRELJAC
FOUNDER & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Ryan is the founder of Ryan’s Well Foundation and has been fundraising for clean water projects since the age of six. He attended the University of King’s College in Halifax, Nova Scotia, and graduated in 2014 with a Double Major in International Development Studies and Political Science. Now as the Executive Director, Ryan is determined to reach his goal of solving the world’s water problems by providing access to clean water, sanitation and hygiene education in the poorest regions of developing countries. He is happy to continue to help spread the Ryan’s Well message of how you can make a difference at any age. You can reach Ryan at ryan@ryanswell.ca.
CONNIE JENSEN
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER
Originally a neighbour of the Hreljacs’, Connie Jensen began her career with Ryan’s Well as a volunteer. Now the Administrative Officer for 10+ years, Connie aids with general inquiries, fields donations, and offers incredible support to the rest of the Ryan’s Well team. If you ever need a question answered, Connie would be happy to help you! You can reach Connie at info@ryanswell.ca.
SUSAN MACKIE
COMMUNICATIONS CO-ORDINATOR
Susie is thrilled to return to the Ryan’s Well team, having worked for the Foundation in 2013-2014. She holds certificates in both Public Relations and Social Media Management from the University of Toronto and Carleton University in Ottawa. Susie is excited to share the many positive messages of Ryan’s Well on a variety of platforms. You can feel free to contact Susie at communications@ryanswell.ca.
YESSEY NDYAMUHAKI
PROJECT MANAGER
Yessey Ndyamuhaki has a diverse background working to address challenges like epidemics, food shortages, and the climate crisis, with extensive experience working in Uganda, Israel, the USA, and Canada. He is currently finishing his Master of Environmental Science at Nipissing University. Yessey deeply believes that through collaborative efforts, humanity can create a better world for all; particularly in communities lacking clean water, sanitation, and hygiene education. Yessey leads our Project work with our local partners around the world. You can reach Yessey at projects@ryanswell.ca.
EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS
ROSEMINA NATHOO,
BOARD CHAIR
Occupation: Lawyer
Elected: November 2021
Elected Chair:
November 2021
NANCY PREST,
VICE CHAIR
Occupation: Retired Teacher & Principal
Elected: November 2021
Elected Vice Chair:
November 2021
DEVAN PENNELL,
TREASURER
Occupation: Vice President, Program Office at HEXO Corp.
Elected: November 2021
Elected Interim Treasurer:
November 2021
SUSAN HRELJAC,
SECRETARY
Occupation: Retired Manager and Consultant, Province of Ontario
Elected: November 2021
Elected Member of Executive Committee:
November 2021
MARK NOWELL,
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Occupation: Distinguished Engineer, Cisco
Elected: November 2021
Elected Member of Executive Committee:
November 2021
BOARD MEMBERS
SARAH GORE
Occupation: Executive Director and Manager,
J.L. Richards and Associates Ltd.
Elected: November 2021
KEVIN ROGERS
Occupation: Project Manager
Elected: November 2021
