Boundless Accelerator Welcomes New Members to Its Board of Directors

Summary of Boundless Accelerator™ Board Elections and New Members

On July 10, 2025, Boundless Accelerator™ announced the election of two new members to its Board of Directors, Rizwana Haideri and Daniel Gibson. The appointments were ratified during the Annual Member Meeting held on July 3, highlighting the organization's emphasis on fostering diverse voices and expertise.

CEO Alison Crumblehulme expressed enthusiasm about the new board members, stating their commitment to enhancing Boundless Accelerator's mission of supporting entrepreneurs. Both Haideri and Gibson bring extensive experience in strategic advisory roles, management consulting, and advocacy, particularly in the healthcare and supply chain sectors. Their professional backgrounds in both private and non-profit sectors are expected to bolster Boundless Accelerator's capacity to empower entrepreneurs and promote sustainable ventures.

New Board Members

Rizwana Haideri
As Principal Consultant at Riz Consultancy Inc., Rizwana boasts over 15 years of experience primarily focused on building scalable, people-centric learning systems. Her work spans across sectors, including healthcare and supply chain, where she has led implementations and developed leadership strategies. Rizwana holds an Executive MBA from Ivey Business School and is a certified NLP practitioner. She is known for her empathetic approach and commitment to grassroots charities that resonate with her community-focused outlook.

Daniel Gibson
Daniel Gibson, with 20 years of experience in medtech and healthcare, leads Gibson Growth Insights as Founder and Principal Consultant. His expertise lies in crafting strategies that support operational excellence and business growth for new ventures. Daniel’s educational background includes degrees from the University of Guelph and Wilfrid Laurier University, along with an MA in Leadership Studies from the University of Guelph. His community involvement includes initiatives for cardiac care and mental health, showcasing his commitment to addressing diverse stakeholder needs.

Current Board Composition

In addition to the new members, the Boundless Board of Directors consists of nine other members:

• Emma Rogers, Chair (CEO, Norfolk General Hospital Foundation)
• Ritu Kohli-Sethi, Vice Chair (Managing Partner, Greater Toronto Executive Centre)
• Jennifer Riddell, Treasurer (Partner, RLB)
• Felix Arndt, Director (Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business, University of Waterloo)
• Shikha Jain, CEO (Green Energy Trading Corporation)
• Chris Kamarianakis, Founder & Managing Partner (Vector5 Innovation)
• Beena Tharakan, Co-founder and Principal Consultant (The Sector)
• Jennifer Ross, Executive Director (Ontario Co-operative Association)
• Bill Hawkins, Senior Commercial Advisor (Canada-ASEAN Business Council)

About Boundless Accelerator™

Located in Guelph, Ontario, Boundless Accelerator™ is an award-winning organization dedicated to providing entrepreneurs with essential mentorship, resources, and connections to develop innovative and profitable businesses. The organization has garnered multiple accolades for its impact in promoting Canadian entrepreneurship, including the Community Builder Award and various regional recognitions for its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The recent addition of the new board members is seen as a strategic step towards further amplifying Boundless Accelerator’s mission in the Toronto-Waterloo Innovation Corridor, solidifying its role as a leader in nurturing entrepreneurial growth.

Through this diverse board, Boundless Accelerator aims to continue its goal of fostering sustainable ventures while positively impacting the entrepreneurial landscape.