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chief financial officer
COLIN EGGEN
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Colin Eggen is a globally minded professional with over 18 years of experience in construction and 12 years in the financial sector, specializing in real estate development with a humanitarian focus. His work has taken him across Canada, Brazil, and Africa, where he has been actively involved in non-profit initiatives aimed at creating sustainable impact through infrastructure and community development. Colin’s unique blend of industry expertise and cross-cultural experience makes him a valuable connector between real estate development and mission-driven projects worldwide.
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executive assistant
PATRICIA DEAN
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​Patricia Dean serves as the Executive Assistant for the team, providing high-level administrative support, managing executive schedules, and coordinating communications. Her organizational expertise and attention to detail help drive both business and mission-focused initiatives forward seamlessly.
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chief executive officer
STEPHEN UPPAL
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Stephen Uppal is a seasoned entrepreneur and business leader with 35+ years of global experience across diverse industries. He has founded and led successful ventures in Canada, the U.S., and internationally, raising over $1.4B USD for projects in real estate, technology, and green energy. Known for his expertise in strategy, market expansion, and team leadership, Stephen excels at navigating complex markets and building strong partnerships.
OUR TEAM
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north america operations
ANGUS BURKE
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Angus Burke is a strategic advisor and investor with a focus on early-stage innovation across real estate, technology, and mission-driven ventures. He has identified high-potential Seed and Series A companies, curated investor-ready data rooms, and facilitated funding across various markets to support impactful growth.
With a background in financial analysis and strategic marketing, Angus has helped align capital with purpose—researching trade opportunities, designing performance-driven sales funnels, and leading teams to scale ventures that prioritize both innovation and social impact.
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vice president of europe
MARTIJIN VAN DEN HAZENKAMP
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Matijin is a Dutch entrepreneur with over 25 years of experience in global business and trading. As Vice President of Europe for Shaggy Holdings he leads strategic growth initiatives with a focus on sustainable development and humanitarian impact.
He has a strong background in unattended retail solutions and has pioneered the integration of IoT, AI, and robotics into European markets. In recent years, his work has centered on aligning innovation with sustainability, ensuring each project delivers both commercial value and positive social outcomes.
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admin support
JENNIFER REES
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​Jennifer provides administrative support assisting with scheduling, document management, and team coordination. Her work helps ensure the seamless execution of both development initiatives and community-driven efforts.
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vice president of humanitarian projects
morocco | egypt | iraq
DR. WISAM JASIM MOHAMMED
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​Dr. Wisam has a medical degree from the College of Medicine – Tikrit University in Iraq (2001). His career began as a full-time medical rotator at Tikrit Teaching Hospital, gaining hands-on experience across multiple specialties including surgery, pediatrics, and gynecology and sat on the board for anesthesia and ICU in Iraq. Since 2008, he has served as Vice President of the Arab Foundation for Investment and Development, leading various international infrastructure initiatives, particularly in Africa. Wisam brings over a decade of executive experience in economic development, holding the position of Vice President at the International Organization for Economic Development since 2013. His diverse expertise spans humanitarian project management, healthcare systems, infrastructure development, and international banking operations.
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attorneys
Kahn Zack Ehrlich Lithwick LLP
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kzellaw.com
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accountants
Baker Tilly
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bakertilly.ca
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