Founder and CEO
Hi, I'm Valerie, a current UTS student who is passionate about sports, entrepreneurship and helping out the local community. Some of my best athletic achievements include being a 2 time Canadian National Fencing Team Member who has won gold in the 2022-2023 Cadet Pan-American Championships and a 2 time silver medalist in the team event for both the 2022-2023 and the 2023-2024 Junior Pan-American Championships.
Co-founder and COO
Sarah is a high schooler at SCS who is passionate about making a positive impact on her community. She is committed to volunteering and has received the Duke of Ed Silver Award. In addition, Sarah has participated in many math competitions and has received first-place awards within her school. Outside of school, she has also received the gold and silver keys for the Scholastic Art awards. Sarah also enjoys playing sports like fencing and snowboarding and has received her CASI level 1 instructor certification. She is a certified lifeguard and works as a swimming instructor.
Director of Education
Austin Xu is an accomplished high school student attending the University of Toronto Schools (UTS). He has earned a silver medal in the Canadian Biology Olympiad, a gold medal in the British Biology Olympiad, and the Keva Garg Young Investigator Award, in addition to various other accolades. Austin is actively involved in multiple myeloma and neurodegenerative disease research, and has paper published. He has also previously played for the AAA Markham Waxers hockey team, and has participated in a medical mission trip to West Africa.
Director of Development
Hello, I am a Grade 11 IB student attending St Roberts Catholic High School. I am passionate in public speaking and debating, and in my free time, I like to volunteer for my local community. I am a Canadian Debating National Finalist and placed second in the world at the International British Parliamentary Championships hosted by the Oxford Union, and have received numerous awards at competitions hosted by universities such as Harvard, Oxford and Stanford. I am well-equipped in teaching debate and have had experience hosting competitions for public speaking. In my spare time, I run a nationally published non-profit organization called Bright Pages that donates educational resources to correctional facilities across Canada.
Website Manager
Rachel is a dedicated student at BSS, with a deep passion for computer science, artificial intelligence, and coding. She excels in multiple programming languages, including Python, C++, Java, HTML, and CSS. Demonstrating her initiative and expertise, Rachel independently created a website for a real business, showcasing her practical skills and dedication. Beyond her technical skills, Rachel is an avid sports enthusiast, actively participating in ice hockey and boxing. She also enjoys playing the drums. Additionally, she has earned the Duke of Edinburgh Bronze Award and holds CASI Level 1 snowboarding certification.
Public Relations Coordinator
Hello, I am Aurelia He, a Grade 10 student attending Havergal College who has a profound passion for art, public speaking, and Model UN. I am well-qualified to teach Model UN as a third-place winner at the University of Pennsylvania’s Ivy League Model United Nations Conference and a participant at several other MUN conferences. Furthermore, I deeply value forming genuine connections with new people. In my spare time, I’m committed to making a positive impact in my local community by giving my time to volunteer regularly and working as a receptionist at the City of Richmond Hill.
Training Administrator
Hello, everyone! My name is Yiding and I am a grade 11 attending Havergal. From being philosophy club head to being a great team player on the curling team, I can say with confidence that my leadership abilities does not fall short. I have been part of an orchestra for 7 years which shows my long term commitment towards my hobbies and eagerness. I have also been secontion leader in Cello which further demonstrates my leadership abilities. I dedicate my time volunteering at food banks and education centres to make a change in my community. I am also apart of an organization that provides education to kids of lower socio-economic statuses. My passion for teaching and education is unmatched and I am eager to bring my abilities to Acorzzi.
Events Coordinator
Hello, I am Annie a Grade 11 student at SCS with a strong passion for science, math, and art. As an active member of both HOSA and DECA, and a dedicated team player on the volleyball team, I am deeply involved in various extracurricular activities that enrich my high school experience. Outside of my studies, I am dedicated to competitive figure skating, a sport I have passionately pursued for the past 10 years. Additionally, I have earned my NCCP skating coach certification and for over 2 years, worked as an assistant coach at my skating club, where I am committed to working with developing skaters and have earned several coaching qualifications. This role has helped me develop strong communication skills and the ability to tailor my teaching methods to fit individual needs.
Events Coordinator
Hello, I am Kingsley and I am a grade nine student at Crescent School. I am passionate about music, sports, debate, and robotics. I play many instruments such as the piano, violin, and the oboe. I play competitive badminton and ultimate frisbee. I have gone to the vex iq world championships twice and got second and third in my division. I have participated in many fundraising events and concerts. I also participated in lots of volunteer work as well as received a volunteer award from the Parliament of Canada.
Director of Marketing
David Li is a dedicated student at St. Michael’s College School, a prestigious institution renowned for its rich sports history and tradition. With a strong interest in business and marketing, David has successfully ventured into arbitrage, earning over four figures a week. His passion for trading, stocks, and e-commerce fuels his continuous pursuit of knowledge in these areas. In addition to his academic and business achievements, David is a talented multi-sport athlete. He plays for the St. Mikes hockey team and ranks in the top three for points. He also participates in track and field, ranked 14th in Ontario for triple jump. In his spare time, he enjoys golfing, fencing, and plays the violin with 10 years of expertise.