780.426.0015
9910 103 Street NW
Edmonton, AB
T5K 2V7
Executive Director Impact Investment
Ryan Young is the Executive Director Impact Investment.
Ryan’s career has spanned a number of sectors and locations. He has held Dean roles in two of Alberta’s Business Schools, managed one of Thailand’s largest microfinance agencies, and has been a teacher both in Asia and in Canada. Ryan holds the ICD.D designation and has sat on a number of boards including Fort Edmonton Foundation, Edmonton Chamber of Commerce committees, Edmonton Community Development Company, Mayor’s Taskforce for the Elimination of Poverty (Economic Security Working Group), ENBIX (Alberta Ecotrust), North Glenora Community League, and Partner’s Relief and Development. He is also actively involved in focusing on renewable energy and passive house developments.
Ryan has an MBA, a certificate in Social Entrepreneurship, and is currently completing a doctorate in Entrepreneurship.
Manager of Impact Investments
Ajay Aggarwal is the Manager of Impact Investments for the Social Enterprise Fund.
Ajay brings over 6 years of investments and real estate experience including 3 years working at a publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Alberta and has earned his Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. A born and raised Edmontonian, Ajay is excited to be able to contribute to positive change within the community. In his free time, Ajay enjoys spending time with his friends, family, & dog, playing basketball, and cheering on the Oilers.
Impact Investment Portfolio Analyst
Sadie Vogel is the Impact Investment Portfolio Analyst for the Social Enterprise Fund.
Sadie is an early-career professional with growing experience in investment research, internal operations and organizational efficiency. As a Deal Flow Lead at the University of Alberta Innovation Fund, she assisted in evaluating potential investments and maintaining applicant databases. She also played a key role in streamlining due diligence processes and tracking investment milestones – experience that directly supports her role at the Social Enterprise Fund in assessing loan applications and optimizing internal workflows.
Passionate about community engagement, Sadie has held leadership roles in various organizations, including WiSER (Women in Science, Engineering, and Research) and the Undergraduate Cell Biology Students’ Association. She has also contributed university mentorship programs and science outreach events, fostering student development and engagement.
Sadie holds a BSc in Cell Biology from the University of Alberta.
Community Development Coordinator
Lizette Hipolito is the Community Development Coordinator for the Social Enterprise Fund.
Lizette brings over a decade of experience in project coordination, operations, executive support, financial administration and corporate governance, with a career spanning Canada and the United Arab Emirates. Prior to joining Edmonton Community Foundation, she worked in corporate services and project coordination at Long View Systems. She also spent several years in the UAE supporting senior executives and legal and compliance teams.
Passionate about community engagement, Lizette enjoys volunteering and finding opportunities to connect with and support others, including playing bingo with seniors in supportive housing communities. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, exploring Edmonton, discovering new cultures and cuisines, and attending local events and festivals.
Lizette holds a Business Administration – Management diploma from NAIT and a Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management from the Philippines.
Investment and Due Diligence Assistant
Emma Shentaler is the Due Diligence Assistant for the Social Enterprise Fund.
Emma is in her fourth year of her Bachelor of Business Administration degree at NAIT, majoring in Finance. Emma has a strong background in customer service and a genuine passion for supporting people in need, shaped by her own personal experiences. When she’s not working or studying, you can usually find her off on an adventure in the mountains, signing up for new classes, and looking for any chance to learn something new.
