
USI Lead team
Board & Leadership
The Passion and connection
Our leadership team embodies a deep passion for empowering youth and fostering community transformation. Having overcome significant challenges in our own lives, we understand the impact of support and mentorship, and we are committed to paying it forward. As owners of the Scarborough Alliance Centre, we have a facility uniquely equipped to serve as the foundation for the United Scarborough Initiative’s life-changing programs. By leveraging our expertise, resources, and connections, we create innovative opportunities that inspire and uplift participants, ensuring they have the tools and support to thrive in every aspect of their lives.
Compassion: We prioritize empathy, and supporting youth and families with care.
Resilience: Our team’s strength through adversity inspires our mission.
Dedication: We’re committed to fostering lasting growth and change.
OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
Focusing On Program Excellence

Iyan Kulendran
Executive Director
iyan@scarboroughinitiative.com
(647) 372-0327

Earl James
Associate Director
earl@scarboroughinitiative.com
(647) 372-0327

Sasha Vella
Director of Finance & Development
sasha@scarboroughinitiative.com
(647) 372-0327

Kiara Aarons
Community Engagement Liaison
kiara@scarboroughinitiative.com
(647) 372-0327

Cam Greenidge
Community Engagement Liaison
cam@scarboroughinitiative.com
(647) 372-0327
OUR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Damion Riley
Chairman
Rosa Yenis Henriquez
Vice-Chairman
Tara Natalie
Treasurer / Secretary
James Rivera
Director of Community & Safety
Rizwan Visram
Director of Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement
Nisa Karan
Advisor of Governance and Risk

