About

The GMCA

The Graduate Management Consulting Association (GMCA) is a student society representing the graduate students at the University of Toronto who are pursuing a future career in management consulting.

The GMCA exists to provide University of Toronto graduate and post-graduate trainees (both on and off-site) with the opportunity to engage in management consulting-related events. The GMCA aims to offer its membership information, networking opportunities and practical experience in management consulting through various activities.

President - Andre Dias

Since it’s founding in 2009 the GMCA has grown tremendously. To go from just an idea to a group whose events are attended by consultants from many of the industry’s top firms, in just 2 years, is a testament to the hard work and vision of previous executives. This year we aim to continue this trend by maintaining the GMCA’s existing programs and expanding with a focus on education and networking.

As President my responsibility will be to oversee the direction and operations of the GMCA and ensure that we continue to provide talented graduate students with the best possible tools to prepare them for a career in consulting.

I am currently in the second year of my PhD at the Department of Nutritional Sciences, University of Toronto pursuing a thesis that explores the genetic determinants of salty, sweet and fatty tastes through a combination of clinical and epidemiological methods.

I am member of a number of student executive groups including the Advanced Food and Materials network HQP council, the Nutritional Sciences Graduate Student Association, and the Life Science Career and Development Society.

In my spare time I enjoy skiing, fishing, reading and music.

Vice President & Director of Education - Sonali Fonseca

As vice-president, Sonali is responsible for assisting the president and developing new initiatives.

As Director of Education, Sonali is responsible for organizing training workshops such as practice case interviews, managing the internal resource library of the GMCA, promoting networking, and collecting feedback.

She is a fourth year PhD candidate in Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Toronto and is currently working on improving the specificity of drug targeting.

In her free time, Sonali enjoys running and painting.

Director of Communications & Members Relations - Catherine Chan

Catherine's role as Director of Communications & Members Relations focuses on managing promotional campaigns and social media for the GMCA, advertising events, and ensuring steadfast relationships with members and other Student/Post-doctoral associations.

Catherine graduated from the University of British Columbia in 2010 with a degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences. Catherine has accumulated extensive expertise in the health care industry & pharmaceutical industry, through practicing as a pharmacist in the community and hospital pharmacy setting as well as completing her residency with an industry leader, Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd. She is also an entrepreneur and an active member of the community, residing on committees for Rotaract Mississauga and Toastmasters Club.

In her spare time, Catherine enjoys traveling, entrepreneurial pursuits, badminton, dance and yoga.

Director of Professional Relations - Samuel Oduneye

As one of the Directors of Professional Relations, Samuel is responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with consulting firms and liaising between the GMCA and consultants.

Samuel is in the third year of his PhD program in Medical Biophysics. He is currently developing new techniques to perform image-assisted and minimally invasive cardiac interventions at Sunnybrook Hospital.

Samuel is a consultant with the Endeavour Volunteer Consulting for Non-Profits and he also sits on the University Affairs Board, which is one of the three boards of the Governing Council at the University of Toronto.

Outside the lab, Samuel can be found snapping shots, honing his street photography skills, with the dream of one day publishing his very own photobook.

Director of Professional Relations - Fady ElMohandes

Through his position as the director of professional relations, Fady maintains and expands the involvement of consulting firms in GMCA, recruiting more consultants to participate in GMCA events and expanding the networking channels for the members..

Fady obtained his B.Sc. degree from Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt and his M.A.Sc. degree from McMaster University. Currently, he is a doctorate candidate in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Toronto. Fady's research is directed towards the investigation of the behaviour of reinforced concrete columns under extreme loads and fire conditions. Over the past few years, Fady has served as the social and recreation executive for “COCA” club at McMaster University, a choir leader for a group of more than 50 members and a volunteer teacher for underprivileged elementary school students.

Fady’s main interests outside of work are travelling, swimming and camping.

Director of Case Development - Jake Gregory

As Director of Case Development, Jake Gregory is responsible for developing a case agenda for GMCA events and for providing members with opportunities to gain consulting experience through pro-bono work with various organizations.

Jake graduated with a B.A.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering and is currently completing a Master’s in Civil Engineering at the University of Toronto. His coursework covers a broad diversity of topics, including sustainable building design, carbon-free energy, finance, and leadership.

Jake is a consultant with Endeavour Volunteer Consulting for Non-Profits delivering a plan to help his client achieve long-term financial sustainability. He is also involved with several other organizations on and off campus, including the Toronto Atmospheric Fund and the Sustainable Energy Fair.

In his free time, Jake enjoys keeping up with current events, cooking, public speaking, and playing hockey, squash and pool.

IT Consultant - Cristina Gallego

Cristina's roles as an IT Consultant include conceptualizing and developing GMCA web strategies, concentrating on channeling communications with members and facilitating collaboration with other Consulting organizations.

Cristina obtained a Master's degree in Medical Biophysics from the University of Toronto in 2011.Currently she is pursuing a PhD at the University of Toronto using artificial intelligence applied to the development of computer-aided diagnosis (CAD) of breast cancer.

Cristina is also a member of the Life Science Career Development Society (LSCDS). She is passionate about web, technology, communications, and social media.

In her spare time she enjoys reading blogs, playing volleyball and dancing.

GMCA Alumni

Dave Piccin
President, 2010/11

Evelyn Pau
Vice President, 2010/11

Andre Dias
Director of Finance, 2010/11

Jianfu Wang
Director of Administration, 2010/11

Jess Singh
Director of Communications, 2010/11

Ling Ling & Sonali Fonseca
Director of Professional Relations, 2010/11

Fernando Amador
Director of Case Development, 2010/11

Noel Wu
Director of Education, 2010/11

Lucy Shin
President, 2009/10

Wendy Dobson-Belaire
Vice President, 2009/10

Jyoti Bhardwaj
Director of Finance, 2009/10

Kevin Ming
Director of Administration, 2009/10

Dave Piccin
Director of Communications, 2009/10

Cory Mulvihill
Director of Professional Relations, 2009/10

John Holyoake
Director of Professional Relations, 2009/10

Evelyn Pau
Director of Case Development, 2009/10

Sanaz Sigaroudi
Director of Education, 2009/10

David Kideckel
Vice-President, 2009