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THE CAMPAIGN FOR KING CAMPUS

A King's court of volunteers

King volunteers bring expertise in business, public service and education.

THE $100+MILLION EXPANSION PROJECT, currently underway at King Campus is gaining support from many different sources. Funding has been received from the provincial government, the Seneca Student Federation, Athletics Association and Alumni Association.

Plans are also in place for a $20 million community appeal, launching in 2016, that will support the build, as well as new programs and financial aid for King students. Infrastructure expansion will include classrooms, labs, a library, student study spaces and an athletic facility.

Leading this campaign is a committee of Seneca volunteers, who have demonstrated their commitment to the College's future prosperity as advocates in government, business and within the community.

“We are delighted that these exceptional community leaders are sharing their expertise for the benefit of King students,” says President David Agnew. “Their insights will be invaluable to the success of this campaign.”

The cabinet's responsibilities will include advising on campaign preparations, meeting with prospective donors and recruiting community partners across sectors as the campaign gets underway.

“This is a very important expansion project because the King Campus is an important resource in York Region,” says former Seneca Board Chair and campaign volunteer Bill Hogarth, who retired as the Director of Education for the York Region District School Board. “Expansion will only increase its tremendous significance.”

The cabinet also includes two Seneca graduates, former and current board members, the Mayor of King Township, a senior executive with one of the world's largest companies and a visionary entrepreneur-all of whom are well-versed with King Campus and its neighbouring communities in York Region.

“A big part of our job is to introduce the many unique features of the King Campus to potential donors and advocates,” adds Bill. “The programs and amenities offered at King are vital for growing safe and healthy communities in York Region and across the province.”

King campaign cabinet members (From left to right)

1. David Agnew, Seneca President (ex officio)

2. Bill Hogarth, former Seneca Board Chair

3. Marc Neeb, Executive Vice President & Chief Human Resources Officer, Magna International, Inc., Seneca alumnus

4. His Worship Steve Pellegrini, Mayor, King Township

5. Tina Tehranchian, Senior Financial Planner and Branch Manager, Assante Capital Management Ltd., former Seneca Board member

6. David Tsubouchi, CEO, Ontario College of Trades, Seneca Board member

7. Greg Twinney, entrepreneur, Seneca alumnus, HELIX advisor

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