Professional
Desautels Graduate Business Technology Club (DBTC)
The Desautels Graduate Business Technology Club is a vibrant student community with the mission of sharing our passion for technology by educating students about the latest technology trends and skills, connecting students with alumni and facilitating recruiting opportunities with hiring managers. We strive to achieve our goals through speaker events, career treks, workshops and networking sessions. We seek to attract students with a wide array of interests as there is a variety of career options for those with non-technical backgrounds in business and technology.
President: Kevin Marsolais
Kevin has a strong interest in how business and technology come together in practical, real-world settings. He is especially curious about how digital tools, data, and emerging technologies can improve decision-making and create value for organizations, whether in finance, operations, or strategy. He enjoys breaking down complex problems and thinking about how technology can be used as a strategic advantage rather than just a technical solution. His key areas of interest are fintech, digital transformation, and how traditional industries adapt to new technologies.
Through the Desautels Business Technology Club, Kevin hopes to learn from other students who share an interest in innovation, while gaining hands-on exposure to how technology is actually applied in business. He is always looking to build new skills, explore different perspectives, and stay up to date on trends shaping the business and tech landscape.
Contact: kevin.marsolais@mail.mcgill.ca
Desautels Graduate Consulting Club (DGCC)
Founded in 1999, the Desautels Graduate Consulting Club (DGCC) is a student-led organization committed to empowering McGill management graduate students to explore the consulting industry, develop essential skills for a successful career, and build lasting connections with industry professionals.
President: Kellan Rankin
Kellan is an MBA student with a background in electrical engineering and data science. He worked in the telecom industry for over 5 years before beginning his MBA at McGill to pivot into a management consulting career.
He is the DGCC President and an Engagement Manager with Thinkr Consulting, a student-led initiative providing free consulting services to organizations that need support but lack the resources to hire a professional firm. In his free time, he likes to curl, play hockey and spend time with friends board games.
Contact: kellan.rankin@mail.mcgill.ca
Desautels Graduate Finance Club (DGFC)
The Desautels Graduate Finance Club aspires to educate its members in the various aspects of the finance field whilst supporting their career preparation and increasing their marketability to employers. We aim to accomplish this by establishing an interactive and social environment in which members are provided the opportunity to develop new skills and enhance their network of industry contacts.
President: Michael Zhao
Michael (he/him) is an MBA candidate at McGill Desautels Faculty of Management (class of 2027). He has 10+ years of experience working in various finance-related roles with primary market fund managers in Hong Kong. His prior positions include financial controller at a private equity fund house, and senior vice president (capital and fund services) at a fintech unicorn in private credit investment. Michael speaks fluent English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.
Michael has a bachelor’s degree in accounting, holds a Hong Kong CPA designation, and is a Quebec CPA Candidate. He is also preparing for his CFA Level 2 exam.
Michael is a proud cat parent and registered SPCA volunteer, he is also actively involved in local HIV/AIDS prevention and education causes.
Contact: michael.jy.zhao@mail.mcgill.ca
Desautels Graduate Marketing Club (DGMC)
Our mission is to make the club the most valuable platform for students and alumni interested in making a career in the marketing industry. We aim to provide students with resources to gain the marketing know-how and continuous practical engagements to hone their skills. We create opportunities to spark conversations with current students, alumni and faculty to gain clarity on the world of marketing be it current trends, various marketing roles or simply networking. And finally, we aim to foster a community feeling between all our members always providing support, guidance and direction.
President: Nay Ezzedeen
Marketing wasn’t where Nay Ezzedeen thought she’d end up. She started in science, where she learned how to think critically and work with data. Along the way, she realized she was more interested in telling the story behind it rather than focusing only on the science.
So, Nay took marketing classes at UofT, explored retail and luxury through LVMH, worked on freelance projects that helped her build her portfolio, volunteered for DGMC during her first fall semester in the MMR program for a few different events, and here she is now.
That shift changed her path, and it made her excited about helping others see marketing differently too. Nay believes you don’t have to plan a career in marketing to benefit from it. She wants students to feel curious, welcomed, and confident enough to explore it, even if they think their future lies somewhere else. Sometimes the best pivots are the ones you never expected.
Contact: nay.ezzedeen@mail.mcgill.ca
Desautels Graduate Entrepreneurship Club (DGEC)
Building a strong network is crucial in entrepreneurship. The club helps connect members with alumni, local entrepreneurs, and industry professionals. Through workshops, seminars, and guest lectures featuring successful entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts, DGEC aims to educate about various aspects of entrepreneurship, including business planning, fundraising, marketing strategies, and legal considerations. Its mission is to empower aspiring entrepreneurs through education, experience, and networking opportunities.
President: Munim Hussain
Munim is an MBA candidate at the Desautels Faculty of Management with experience across venture capital, startup operations, and entrepreneurship. He has worked closely with early-stage founders on business models, go-to-market strategies, fundraising, and growth, and has also founded and scaled a startup himself.
As President of DGEC, Munim aims to strengthen the bridge between students and the entrepreneurial ecosystem by delivering practical programming, expanding mentorship access, and creating hands-on opportunities that help members turn ideas into scalable ventures.
Contact: muhammad.m.hussain@mail.mcgill.ca
Desautels Graduate Women’s Association (DGWA)
The DGWA's mission is to maximize the professional development of female students and alumni of the McGill graduate programs through strategic engagement with the McGill community and broader Montreal networks. We enable networking opportunities, celebrate successful women in business and facilitate interactions with influential leaders.
President: Annalise Hilts
Annalise Hilts is currently pursuing her MBA, bringing five years of experience in economic consulting with a focus on the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Geography and International Development from McGill University. Outside of academics and work, Annalise plays water polo and enjoys cooking and reading historical fiction novels.
As President of DGWA, Annalise is committed to organizing programming that empowers female students and allies to self-advocate and take risks in their future careers. She is particularly passionate about connecting students with mentorship, professional development opportunities, and supportive networks across industries.
Contact: annalise.hilts@mail.mcgill.ca
Net Impact - McGill Chapter
Net Impact is a network of more than 11,000 new-generation leaders committed to using the power of business to improve the world. It is also one of the most innovative and influential networks of graduate students and young professionals in existence today. Net Impact McGill Chapter offers an opportunity for members to broaden their business education and exposure to socially responsible organizations, refine their leadership skills through participation in socially responsible activities that give back to the community, and, of course, build their network.
President: Branco Monzon Gutierrez
Prior to his MBA studies at McGill University, Branco worked for over four years as a corporate lawyer, managing legal affairs across multiple industries, and advising on investment projects in both the private and public sectors. He also co-founded a social venture in Peru dedicated to expanding educational opportunities and empowering low-income communities in the Peruvian Andes.
At the intersection of law, business, and social innovation, Branco is committed to placing sustainability at the forefront of strategic decision-making. He focuses on helping organizations address complex environmental and social challenges at the highest corporate level, guiding purpose-driven ventures, and applying consulting expertise to shape strategies that create long-term value.
Contact: branco.monzongutierrez@mail.mcgill.ca
McGill Case Competition Association (MCCA)
Working with universities around the world, building and hosting world class case competitions, and encouraging graduate students to enroll and participate.
The McGill Case Competition Association strives to provide students from diverse backgrounds and schools with the opportunity to participate in esteemed case competitions.
Our aim is to foster a spirit of competition and encourage our students to showcase their skills in notable external case competitions hosted by firms and other institutions.
Wellness
Desautels Graduate Health and Wellness Committee (DGHWC)
The Desautels Graduate Health and Wellness Committee is a student run committee with a mission to destigmatize the conversation on mental health and promote physical and mental wellbeing. It aims to provide a platform to discuss health and wellness of the student body at Desautels and host events to equip students with skills to lead healthy lives at Desautels and beyond.
President: Maddy Agrawal
Maddy is a Master of Management in Analytics (MMA) student at the Desautels Faculty of Management with a background in analytics, operations, and entrepreneurial leadership. He previously founded and operated a client-focused travel consultancy, where managing high-pressure environments and diverse stakeholder needs reinforced the importance of mental resilience, balance, and sustainable performance.
As President of the Desautels Graduate Health & Wellness Committee, Maddy is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive graduate community that prioritizes both physical and mental wellbeing. His vision focuses on practical, accessible wellness initiatives, such as fitness and recreational activities, mindfulness sessions during peak academic periods, and peer-connection events, to help students manage stress, build healthy routines, and thrive throughout their graduate experience.
Through collaboration with DGSS clubs and student services, Maddy aims to normalize conversations around wellbeing and contribute to a balanced, connected, and resilient Desautels community.
Contact: madhur.agrawal@mail.mcgill.ca
Diversity
Desautels Graduate LGBTQ+ Association (DGLA)
The Desautels Graduate LGBTQ+ Association is an organization open to all students with an interest in creating more inclusive experiences in the Desautels community and in their future professional settings. Our purpose is to raise awareness of the issues members of the LGBTQ+ community face and how allies can help create an inclusive and supportive environment for all. Through events, speakers, and participation in external activities, we work to build relationships and collaborations with other student associations at McGill University, corporate allies and wider LGBTQ+ community in Montreal.
President: Steph Dragonas
Steph Dragonas (they/them) is an MBA candidate concentrating in Finance and Entrepreneurship. They hold a Master of Media Studies; their film-based thesis documented the history of Montreal’s Gay Village through the stories of community members across generations. Steph brings a multidisciplinary professional background spanning Eco‑Cohousing Development, several sectors of Marketing, and Athletics Coaching.
As President of the DGLA, Steph is committed to amplifying LGBTQ+ representation, deepening departmental inclusion, and strengthening community bonds and allyship throughout the department.
In their free time, Steph enjoys trying new sports, visiting art galleries, and exploring Quebec’s beautiful natural spaces.
Contact: stephanie.dragonas@mail.mcgill.ca
One World One Culture Committee
Our committee is dedicated towards embracing and celebrating cultures from across the globe through cross-cultural activities. Get a chance to share experiences with alumni, students and faculty regarding cultural differences, adapting mechanism and do’s & don’ts to excel in the new environment.
This committee is on hiatus for the current academic year. If you have any initiatives that you feel would contribute to its mission, reach out to the DGSS team.
Contact: vpclubs@dgss.ca
Lifestyle
Desautels Lifestyle Committee
Our lifestyle committee at Desautels is an inclusive organization dedicated to promoting a healthy, active, and socially engaging lifestyle among its graduate student community. Its mission is to encourage physical activity, foster team spirit, and build interpersonal relationships through various sports and recreational activities. The committee serves as a vital platform for graduate students to engage in physical activities, enjoy their favorite sports, and connect with others in a supportive and fun environment.
This committee is on hiatus for the current academic year. If you have any initiatives that you feel would contribute to its mission, reach out to the DGSS team.
Contact: vpclubs@dgss.ca
