Board of Directors
The Richmond Centre for Disability is governed by a voluntary Board of Directors who have the primary responsibility of establishing the direction of the organisation, in accordance with the needs of the community and the expectations of individuals and families served. The Board meets regularly to review the organization’s strategic plan, our programs and services, and to ensure consistency with our mission statement.
To contact RCD Board: (first name)@rcdrichmond.org
Or contact RCD at 604-232-2404 or email: rcd@rcdrichmond.org
- Sandra Gebhardt ( President ) Sandra has 34 years of extensive experience working in the Not for Profit sector in progressive leadership roles; 22 years as Executive Director. She held various position on numerous boards and committees including Thompson Community Centre Board, Richmond Seniors Advisory Committee, Federation for Invisible Disability Board, Richmond Addiction Services Society, Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee.
- Pam Andrews ( Vice President ) Pam graduated from UBC with a BSc. Degree in Occupational Therapy in 2000 and started her career path specializing in accessibility and barrier free designs as Access Consultant, Accreditation Consultant and Guest Lecturer for UBC School of Rehabilitation Sciences.
- Rob Sleath ( Secretary ) Rob has extensive experience on not-for-profit board of management, addressing pan-disability access and service delivery issues. He successfully lobbied members of the BC Legislature to create and enact the Accessible BC Act which received Royal Ascent in June 2021, subsequently appointed to the Provincial Accessiability Committee.
- Sam Wang ( Treasurer ) Sam has extensive background in corporate governance, strategic business planning, corporate finance, and financial management.
- Chris Chan ( Director ) Chris Chan is a strong advocate for accessible and inclusive public transit, with extensive experience supporting seniors, newcomers, and people with diverse abilities. He has held several community leadership roles, including with the Richmond Multicultural Advisory Committee and Richmond Seniors Roundtable.
- David Chen ( Director ) David Chen is an experienced non-profit leader and long-time Richmond community member. He has a strong background in fundraising, strategic planning, and community engagement. He has helped expand programs serving children with disabilities and brings a strong commitment to creating opportunities for people of all abilities.
- David Wang ( Director ) David founded the Social Diversity for Children Foundation at aged 15, a testament of his devotion in advocating for children with disabilities. His educational qualifications, leadership roles, and many years of professional experience have contributed to his high level of expertise in strategic planning, program development, and executive strategy.
- Helen Quan ( Director ) Helen Quan is a long-time Richmond resident with over 40 years of experience in business, management, and administration. A dedicated community leader, she has spent more than three decades supporting families, youth, seniors, and newcomers through volunteer and leadership roles across Richmond.
- Tiffany Chang ( Director ) Tiffany is a strategic and resultsoriented planning professional with extensive experience in corporate strategy and nonprofit leadership. She is deeply committed to social impact and believes in the transformative potential of thoughtful planning and collaboration to foster positive change.
- Vikram Bubber ( Director ) Vikram has a degree in Business Administration and has a strong background in bookkeeping. He has volunteered as a committee and board member of several organizations including KPU Foundation, Patient Voice Network and City of Delta. He is passionate about removing barriers for people with disabilities.
Support from the City of Richmond
Liaison to RCD Board of Directors
Council Liaison
City Councillor: Andy Hobbs
Staff Liaison
Program Manager, Community Social Development: Melanie Burner
Mailing Address:
City of Richmond
6911 No. 3 Road, Richmond, BC
