Our Team
Cary Zhang
President
Cary Zhang is a Grade 11 student at Collingwood Secondary School. He is grateful to be serving as the President of VYMMA. He is an active core member and leader in VYMMA’s activities and enjoys to contribute his time and talent to this association. He has been working for his school math club and chess club as both of presidents, meantime contributing to business club at school. He also is the ambassador of Sea-Walk community in West Vancouver. He looks forward to holding community events as the President of VYMMA. Cary is gratified to spread kindness and warmth to society through the efforts of him and his peers. He is ready to devote his time and enthusiasm to the work of VYMMA.
Charlotte He
Vice President
Charlotte is a Grade 12 student at Stratford Hall Secondary School. She is a student leader passionate about creating positive impacts on her community. She currently serves as President of Strings of Culture, and Co-President of Adopt Our Community (AOCFoundation.org). Across these organizations, she leads youth-led community initiatives, organizes cultural and service activities, and creates opportunities for students to connect, contribute, and make a difference in their communities. She has also been interested in dance since the age of six, with years of experience in Latin and K-pop dance and participation in numerous competitions. This experience inspired her to found the Dance Club at school, helping students from different grades learn dance in a fun and creative environment and organizing dance performances for school events. These experiences have strengthened her leadership, communication, and organizational skills, while inspiring her to turn ideas into action and continue making a positive impact on her community.
Bob Mao
Vice President
Bob is a mathematical and quantitative problem-solving enthusiast. Currently, he is the Vice President of the Vancouver Youth Mathematical Modeling Association (VYMMA). Because of his interest and experience in Information Technology (IT), he assists in quality assurance and project work, including mathematical modeling. He is involved with data and research work. He checks the data, builds models, analyzes research results, and provides support with project work. One of his responsibilities is to evaluate the adequacy and correctness of methods and tools used in project work. Furthermore, he looks into all aspects of a project to ensure clarity, correctness, and adequacy of project results.
Emma Xiang
Co-Director of Marketing
Hi, I’m Emma, a grade 11 student and a member of the VYMMA. I joined VYMMA because I wanted to explore how mathematics can be used to solve real-world problems and make a meaningful impact beyond the classroom. As a curious and motivated learner, I enjoy working with others to think critically, be creative, and apply mathematical modeling to real challenges. I’m excited to keep learning, collaborating, and discovering the power of math to create positive change!
Aliyah Xu
Chief Quality Assurance Officer
As an incoming Grade 12 student, Aliyah is currently attending royal bridge high school, and she is ecstatic to once again serve AOC. She is brimming with enthusiasm and is ready to host a variety of fun and impactful events throughout the 2025-2026 year. Aliyah will bring to AOC his passionate spirit, not only for music, but also for communicating and engaging with others in the year ahead.
Felix Jiang
Co-Director of Marketing
Felix is a compassionate and creative Grade 12 student at Lord Byng Secondary School. He has a strong ability to understand and empathize with others, actively listens to diverse perspectives during group collaborations, and willingly offers support. He consistently maintains curiosity and a spirit of exploration, enjoying innovation and finding new ways to solve problems. In team activities, Felix demonstrates responsibility and perseverance. Outside of academics, Felix actively participates in the basketball and golf teams, experiences that have helped develop his teamwork skills and determination. He also enjoys drumming, artistic creation, and architectural model design, using these various forms to express his ideas and creativity. Particularly in art and architectural design, he thrives on transforming inspiration into tangible works and continuously exploring their potential. Felix will continue learning and engaging with new experiences, applying his empathy, creativity and positive attitude to future team projects and community initiatives.
Annie Liu
Co-Director of Finance
Annie Liu is a freshman student at New York University passionate about making a positive impact in her community. She has a strong interest in business, sustainability, and social impact, and she enjoy finding creative ways to turn ideas into meaningful projects. Outside of school, she enjoys playing golf, traveling, spending time with friends and family, and exploring new experiences. She also values giving back to the community and believes that small actions and collaboration can create meaningful change. She is excited to be part of this organization and looks forward to contributing her ideas and experiences as well as working together to make a positive impact.
Elsa Mao
Project Manager
Elsa is a Grade 11 student studying at Royal Bridge High School in Coquitlam. She has a strong interest in Biology and Psychology and enjoys challenging herself both academically and through extracurricular activities. Elsa loves learning new things—she has learned to solve six different types of Rubik’s cubes and is also learning how to play the piano. She hopes to continue exploring her interests in science and psychology in university and is always eager to learn, grow, and gain new experiences. Outside of school, she is a competitive sabre fencer with over seven years of experience. She also enjoys volunteering, coaching younger fencers, helping with animal adoption, and spending time with friends and family. Elsa values responsibility, independence, kindness, and hard work. She looks forward to contributing to the organization, meeting new people, and making a positive impact on the community.
Doris Zhang
Project Manager
Doris is a junior at Point Grey Secondary School. She is a key member of AOC Foundation. Doris lives with a twin and wishes for women to have access to feminine hygiene products all over the world to help with their insecurities. She is delighted to see this team support the community in the future.
Gia Zhang
Project Manager
A grade 11 student at Point Grey Secondary School, Gia Zhang is a Marketing Co-Director of AOC Foundation. She is fortunate to work in AOC Foundation, and she wishes to inspire others to take actions. She is looking forward to having a great time with all team members.
Harry Zhong
Mathematical Modeling Analyst
Serving as District Director for White Rock AOC, Harry is an ambitious grade 11 student in Grandview Heights Secondary School driven by a keen interest in strategic leadership and data analysis. He thrives on tackling complex challenges, cultivating meaningful connections, and fostering collaborative growth across his team. Aspiring to pursue a future in applied mathematics. Harry continually seeks opportunities to broaden his intellectual horizons and refine his executive capabilities. Beyond his academic and leadership pursuits, he enjoys single engine flying and engaging with his local community. Guided by the core principles of integrity, adaptability, and vision, Harry believes that empathetic leadership empowers communities to achieve transformative results. He remains dedicated to leading White Rock AOC with purpose and driving sustained positive impact.
Micheal Bai
Mathematical Modeling Analyst
As a senior executive in Math Modeling, I help organize team activities, guide members through mathematical modeling problems, and support collaborative problem-solving. I assist with developing models, analyzing data, and presenting solutions clearly. I also help plan practice sessions, explain mathematical concepts to newer members, and encourage effective teamwork during modeling projects and competitions.
Abby Li
Co-Director of Finance
Abby is a grade 10 student studying at Mulgrave School in West Vancouver. She is currently a student in the IB MYP program with a strong interest in Mathematics, Chemistry and Biology. Abby enjoys challenging herself academically and is especially interested in applying scientific concepts to real-world problems. Outside of school, she finds herself enjoying creative activities such as piano, art, design, singing, and dance. Abby looks forward to working with peers in the organization and hopes to create a meaningful impact on the community.
Chris Tan
Chief Technology Officer
Chris is a Grade 11 student at Point Grey Secondary School in Vancouver, and he is excited to serve as the Chief Technology Officer for VYMMA. With a strong passion for math and physics, he applies problem-solving skills to real-life situations, and he even took AP Physics 1 and AP Calculus BC in Grade 10, earning perfect scores. Beyond academics, Chris is also the president of a business club at his school and encourages students to challenge themselves through business competitions. He also enjoys playing sports such as basketball, badminton, and pickleball, and has demonstrated his skills by joining the school badminton team. Chris looks forward to working with peers in the organization, contributing his ideas, and collaborating with his teammates.
Selena Jiang
Secretary-General
She is a Grade 10 student at Lord Byng Secondary School who is always willing to explore new things and take on challenges with an open and adaptable mindset. She demonstrates strong leadership skills, shows great persistence in her work and activities, and is able to stay committed and responsible when working with others. She enjoys collaborating with peers, takes the initiative to support the team, and works hard to achieve shared goals. Outside of academics, she participates choir, dance, playing drums, and in the school choir, which help her develop creativity, focus, and a well-rounded personality. She is highly motivated to keep learning and growing, and she is eager to bring her dedication, positive attitude, and strong sense of responsibility to meaningful opportunities within the community.
James Hong
Chief Outreach and Public Relations Officer
James is a student with strong interests in analytical thinking, strategy, and problem-solving. With a passion for mathematics, chess, and critical reasoning, he approaches challenges with a competitive mindset and a focus on logical solutions. James enjoys exploring how mathematical and strategic thinking can be applied beyond the classroom, from complex problem solving to real-world decision making. Through his involvement with the Vancouver Youth Mathematical Modeling Association, he aims to deepen his understanding of applied mathematics while collaborating with other motivated students. James believes that disciplined thinking and curiosity are essential for tackling difficult problems and developing innovative ideas.
Vivian Ding
Chief Outreach and Public Relations Officer assistant
Vivian Ding is a Grade 9 junior student in high school at Point Grey Secondary School. She is passionate about sports and outdoor activities, and she hopes to establish a snowboarding club in grade 10 to connect students who share the same enthusiasm. Vivian aims to encourage more people to experience the excitement
Ziyi Zhao
Chief Marketing Officer Assistant
Ziyi Zhao is a senior at Magee Secondary School in Vancouver, and she is honored to be the Chief Marketing Officer Assistant of the Vancouver Youth Mathematical Modeling Foundation. With a strong passion for mathematics, she is especially interested in applying concepts can be used to solve real-world challenges, which inspires her to keep learning and improving. She manages the organization’s budgeting, fundraising, and partnership initiatives. Beyond academics, she finds balance through her hobbies—Singing, playing the piano, playing the violin, and playing badminton. She uses these hobbies to participate in various rehearsals and performances of the school choir and orchestra, which help her stay creative, focused, and resilient. She looks forward to engaging with peers in the organization, contributing her enthusiasm for math.
YiMing Zhu
Chief Research Officer
Yiming is a Grade 12 student at Walnut Grove Secondary School. He has shown strong initiative and original thinking through his contributions to our team, consistently sharing his thought process and execution plans during team collaborations. At VYMMA, Yiming demonstrates his curiosity by asking meaningful questions during discussions, and driven by these questions, he dives deeper into his work to explore new approaches with enthusiasm. He has accumulated extensive research and leadership experience through his past research work, leadership roles, and internships, making him a strong addition to our team. Yiming also brings his strength in math from school to VYMMA. At school, he is a committed math contest competitor and serves as a contest coach at the WGSS Mathletics Club, where he continues to develop his problem-solving, reasoning and collaboration skills. Outside of school, Yiming enjoys drawing, performing card tricks, and playing badminton. He is also passionate about applying what he has learned to develop passion projects and make an impact on his community. He looks forward to continuing to learn, explore new ideas, and contribute to future projects.
Kaylin Wang
Project Manager
Kaylin Wang is a Grade 11 student with a strong interest in Mathematics, Physics, and Engineering. Her main passion is aerospace rocketry. As a junior member of Team Canada, she has represented Canada at international space modeling competitions, earned numerous medals, and founded the Aerotopia Aerospace Association. Outside of rocketry, Kaylin is a competitive figure skater and an active student leader. She served as Student Council President in middle school and continues to participate in Student Council in high school. These experiences have strengthened her leadership, discipline, teamwork, and perseverance. Kaylin hopes to continue pursuing engineering and challenging herself through new opportunities.
Victor Gong
Project Manager
Victor is a Grade 11 student at Point Grey Secondary School in Vancouver. He has a strong interest in Physics, Mathematics, and Biology and enjoys exploring challenging problems through analytical thinking and scientific inquiry. He actively seeks opportunities to develop both his academic abilities and leadership skills through competitions, research, and community involvement. Outside of school, Victor is a member of his school's cross-country and track & field teams. He enjoys long-distance running, volunteering in the community, and reading about science and current events. He values curiosity, perseverance, and teamwork, and believes that meaningful collaboration leads to innovative solutions and positive change. He looks forward to contributing to the organization while continuing to learn from those around him.
Martina Ling
Project Manager
Martina is a Grade 11 student at York House School who is deeply passionate about fostering a supportive, collaborative, and positive community. As a Project Manager at VYMMA, she is eager to apply her organizational and leadership skills to help coordinate meaningful initiatives and support team projects. Martina consistently strives to contribute to the association's mission of creating positive change through teamwork and dedicated volunteering. She looks forward to working closely with her peers, turning innovative ideas into action, and making a lasting impact within the community.
Wilson Huang
Chief Run Officer
Wilson Huang is a Grade 12 IB DP student studying at Meadowridge School. With an interest in mathematics and economics, Wilson, at school, takes IB Mathematics AA HL and IB Economics HL. He has also participated in prestigious mathematics competitions such as Euclid and Fermat, and has earned a distinction in the Fermat competition, scoring in the Top 9% out of 14,670 competitors. Beyond academics, he enjoys chess and badminton. Wilson hopes to leverage his skills to contribute to VYMMA’s team.
Jade Yin
Project Manager
I’m Jade, a Grade 12 student from Royal Bridge High School. I am delighted to join this community and contribute to its work. I hold the view that public‑health‑related issues deserve wider attention and deeper understanding. As a new member, I hope to broaden my knowledge of relevant social topics, engage in diverse activities, and offer my support whenever possible. I am excited to connect and collaborate with other members, and I hope we can create meaningful change together for our community.
Anna Mao
Co-Finance Director
Anna is a Grade 12 student at Royal Bridge High School in Vancouver and is excited to serve as the Director of Outreach for the organization. She has a strong interest in business, artificial intelligence, and entrepreneurship, and enjoys exploring how technology and innovation can solve real-world challenges. Anna is especially passionate about leadership, creativity, and developing new ideas that can make a positive impact in her community. Outside of academics, she enjoys fencing, photography, and traveling, which help her stay disciplined, curious, and open-minded. She looks forward to collaborating with peers, sharing her enthusiasm for business and AI, and contributing to projects that encourage teamwork, innovation, and personal growth.
Louis Ma
Mathematical Modeling Analyst
Louis is a Grade 10 student at Lord Byng Secondary School in Vancouver. He has a strong interest in mathematics and physics and enjoys exploring challenging concepts through logical thinking and problem-solving. Beyond academics, Louis enjoys playing a variety of musical instruments, which has strengthened his creativity, discipline, and dedication. He is also committed to serving his community through volunteer work, including participating in AOC Street Cleaning and other community service activities. These experiences have helped him develop a strong sense of responsibility, teamwork, and respect for the environment. Louis hopes to continue expanding his knowledge while making a positive impact on both his school and the community.
Our Mentor
Rachel Shi
Chief Coach
Rachel is a University of Toronto student with a strong interest in mathematics, computer science, and creative problem solving. She was a HiMCM finalist in both 2024 and 2025. She is enthusiastic about using what she has learned to solve real-world problems, especially those that require both analytical thinking and innovative ideas. She believes that learning has the greatest impact when leads to meaningful action. Driven by a sense of social responsibility, Rachel hopes to create positive change and make meaningful contribution to the society. She approaches every challenge with a mix of logic and creativity, constantly looking for ways to connect her knowledge and real-world situations.
Paul Tian
Coach
Paul is fifth year UBC student finishing electives for his BSc degree. He has previously helped create a curriculum for contest biology. He has also co-authored a academic publication on ground source heat pumps, developing statistical models for forecasting ground temperature. He has been the co-captain for a engineering design team, and has administrative experience. With specialization in building mathematical and statistical models, Paul hopes to bring his know-how to aspiring students wishing to learn more about this field.
