Get to Know

Meet the Board Members and Councils


Welcome to Merit Empowering You—an initiative focused on addressing societal inequalities, particularly gender disparities. We tackle workplace diversity and financial independence, offering pathways for newcomers. Our influence extends to academia, removing barriers to representation. As a distinctive non-profit, we serve as a home for everyone, fueled by a dedication to equality. Our objective is straightforward: empower individuals, eliminate obstacles, and cultivate a society where leaders and entrepreneurs flourish. At Merit Empowering You, change is not just a choice; it’s a transformative and life-changing purpose.

Board of Directors

Najib Jamal

CEO & President at Prology Graphics

Farukh Bhatti

Managing Lawyer at FAB Law

Atif Mehmood PhD, PEng. PTOE

Transportation Planning Engineer at Qatar

Mohammed Anwar

CEO & Founder at Merit Group of Companies

Leadership Advisory Councils

Eman Ismail-Elmasri, CCDP, CCS, CES

Manager at JVS Toronto

Irene Lasker

Career Services Manager at Toronto School of Management

Jamak Hadiyan

Brand Designer - Author

Rahila Amirova

Digital Business Manager at Toronto School of Management

Ugur Erdogan

Director of Marketing at Merit Group of Companies

John McGraw

Intercultural Coach and Founder at Hiyaku Coaching

Mohamed Yusuf

Collaboration Specialist at Enbridge

Farukh Bhatti

Managing Lawyer at FAB Law

Roberto López Aguilar

Global Learning and Leadership Development Facilitator at Scotiabank

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