Our Team
C. Anne McIntyre
Founder & Executive Director
Born and raised in Victoria, BC, Anne loves to help in her community and one day wondered aloud “Why don’t vulnerable people in Victoria have access to soap and hygiene products?” Anne saw thousands of pounds thrown into the landfill each day.
Remembering her grandfathers wisdom of “2 birds, 1 stone.” Anne built Soap for Hope Canada to help people and the environment at the same time.
Angie Vinueza
Program Director
An accomplished leader with a remarkable 15-year career spanning Telecommunications, SaaS Technology, Direct Sales, and Retail.
Proudly originating from Ecuador, Angie brings a wealth of experience designing and executing successful marketing, sales, and communications strategies.
Michael Curnes
Resources Director
With a focus on keeping the hygiene products and funding flowing to advance the mission, Michael brings his decades of experiences as a professional fund developer, his numerous management roles in the hotel industry and his love of storytelling as a 5-time published and multi-award winning novelist.
Michael has worked with a dozen charities and believes in the power of creating positive impacts locally that ripple around the planet.
Elyse Kim
Volunteer Coordinator
Elyse is a recent graduate of a Master's of Philosophy from the University of Western Ontario. Her area of study focused on theories on justice.
Motivated by connection, Elyse is passionate about making a positive impact in her community. Through her position as volunteer coordinator, Elyse sets out to learn more about her community and the ways in which she can help improve the living conditions of others.
Elyse is committed to the idea that we can learn something new from each and every person we meet.
Samara Pulido
Program Assistant
Samara (Sam) is a friendly, caring social communicator; because of that, you'll always find an upbeat person with a smile on her face. Since childhood, her mom has taught her that every individual is born with the mission of serving others, and she is grateful that in her profession she has been able to follow that teaching. She believes that the best way to have a positive brand perception is by delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring client satisfaction and loyalty. She enjoys singing, dancing, and organizing events.
Randal Ball
Warehouse Coordinator
Originally from Ontario, Randal came to BC to help a friend on a work project. When he returned back home he realized he needed to shift his life and relocate to the West Coast. He has been a video game producer and looks forward to learning more about Victoria’s Tech Sector. In the meantime, he enjoys processing deliveries and keeping the warehouse organized.