Founding and Executive Leadership → Advisors/Advisory Committees

Founder & President / CEO 

Serhii Teslovych

With more than 15 years of combined experience in public management, administration, stakeholder engagement, and operational leadership. Brings a strong background in project coordination, strategic planning, organizational management, and financial processes. 

Master's Degrees in: Public Management and Administration and Transport Technologies, Transport Organization and Transport Management, complemented by Canadian professional certifications in public administration, project management, accounting, and taxation.

Responsible for executive leadership, strategic planning, operational management, fundraising, donor relations, partnership development, and the effective delivery of the Foundation’s programs.

Advisor to the President on Financial and Administrative Affairs 

Liudmyla Teslovych

With more than 20 years of applied experience in accounting, taxation, auditing, and financial management — both in the private sector and in international development programs. 

PhD and professional certifications, including CAP, DipTax, IFRS, and First Choice Accounting & Tax Canada.

Provides guidance on financial planning, accounting, taxation, auditing, strategy, administrative policies, compliance, and risk management to support the Foundation’s mission and governance.

Director of Strategic Development and International Partnerships

(Provides guidance for program development and strategic partnerships)

Director of Program and Project Development

(Provides guidance for programs coordination, implementation monitoring, work with donors)

Legal Advisor

(Provides guidance for provided legal guidance to ensure the Foundation's compliance, preparing and reviews agreements, supports governance, and protects the organization's legal interests)

Finance and Administration Manager

(Provides guidance for financial planning, reporting, budgeting, accounting coordination)

Communication and Public Relations  Manager

(Provides guidance for PR, social networks, communications, fund image)

Program and Project Manager

(Provides guidance for programs - cultural, educational, social, infrastructure, humanitarian)

MER Expert 

(Provides guidance for develops and updates monitoring indicators and tools, ensures data quality and results verification, prepares donor reports, supports teams in applying MEAL/RBM standards)

Technical Expert 

(Provides guidance for vehicle search and inspection, condition and value assessment, preparation of recommendations, support during purchase and documentation) 

Psychosocial Support Expert  

(Provides guidance for provide basic psychological assistance and support, conduct needs assessments, offer short consultations and trainings, refer complex cases to specialized services) 

Procurement Expert

(Provides guidance for transparent and efficient procurement, ensuring compliance with international standards, supplier oversight, audit-ready documentation, and optimal use of grants, donor funds, and investments)

Field Experts 

(Provides guidance for collect data from beneficiaries via surveys, interviews, and checklists, maintain accurate and secure records in line with data protection standards, monitor community satisfaction and gather feedback, report field challenges and support program verification and spot checks)

Ambassador of  the Foundation in Ukraine

(Provides guidance for promoting the Foundation’s mission and programs, developing partnerships, supporting local initiatives, and facilitating communication with communities)

Branches

Offices

Humanitarian and Social Support Committee

(Responsible for providing guidance on humanitarian aid, assistance to displaced persons, and social welfare initiatives) 

Education, Culture and Heritage Committee

(Responsible for providing guidance on oversees educational and cultural projects, promotion of Ukrainian heritage, and public diplomacy initiatives) 

Economic Development and Innovation Committee

(Responsible for providing guidance on supporting SME and startup programs, entrepreneurship initiatives, and innovation-driven development) 

International Partnerships and Grants Committee 

 (Responsible for providing guidance on coordination international cooperation, donor engagement, and funding strategies) 

Monitoring, Evaluation and Impact Committee

(Responsible for providing guidance on ensure program effectiveness, transparency, accountability, and compliance with donor standards) 

Communications and Outreach Committee

(Responsible for providing guidance on managing public relations, digital presence, and stakeholder engagement across Canada and internationally) 

Finance
Committee  

(Responsible for providing guidance on financial planning, budgeting, financial reporting, and ensuring effective financial oversight and accountability of the Foundation) 

Procurement Committee

(Responsible for providing guidance on procurement processes, vendor selection, and ensuring transparency, efficiency, and compliance in the acquisition of goods and services)

Governance and Nominations Committee

(Responsible for providing guidance on governance practices, board effectiveness, and the nomination and evaluation of directors and committee members)