Stewardship and service
Governance with purpose
The Board of Directors provides governance, independent oversight and responsible stewardship as SIMOCA Foundation carries forward Sidney’s legacy of kindness and opportunity through education.
Chairman of the Board
Sidney’s father and co-founder of SIMOCA Foundation, Ramon is a Winnipeg-based structural engineer. As Chairman of the Board, he leads the Foundation with Clarisa in honouring Sidney’s kindness, love of learning, and quiet generosity.
Meet Ramon
Vice-Chairman, Secretary & Treasurer
Sidney’s mother and co-founder of SIMOCA Foundation, Clarisa serves as Vice-Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer, providing leadership in the Chairman’s absence and bringing experience in financial management and property administration. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Commerce, major in Management, from Divine Word University of Tacloban.
Meet ClarisaThe following independent directors serve alongside Ramon and Clarisa on the Board:
Independent Director
Sachin is a Calgary-based business professional specializing in supply chain and logistics operations, with broader experience in sales leadership, procurement, process improvement and business analysis. He was Sidney’s oldest friend, and their relationship was that of brothers. His commitment to SIMOCA Foundation is rooted in their deep friendship and his personal drive to help people in need. Sachin brings the practical experience, sound judgment and analytical perspective needed to help carry Sidney’s legacy forward through the Foundation’s mission.
Independent Director
Hermie is the owner of H. Manalo Consulting Ltd. and a successful Winnipeg businessman. A close family friend, he has supported the Cairo family with genuine compassion and steadfast friendship since Sidney’s passing. His sound judgment, integrity and independent perspective will help ensure that the Foundation is guided responsibly and remains firmly committed to preserving Sidney’s legacy.
Independent Director
Adrian is a Winnipeg-based entrepreneur, content creator and financial-services professional who studied at the University of Manitoba. His experience includes financial education, strategic communication and leadership development, together with volunteer service supporting Special Olympics. A close friend and St. Paul’s High School classmate of Sidney, Adrian brings the perspective of Sidney’s generation and a personal commitment to carrying forward his values of kindness, creativity and opportunity.
Program service
Mary Ann Ordinario serves as Philippine Advisory Ambassador, contributing her experience in education, children’s literature and community engagement to the Foundation’s program planning.
Meet Mary AnnEstuardo Villagran serves as Guatemala Advisory Ambassador. One of the international students hosted by the Cairo family and regarded by Sidney as a brother, he brings local knowledge and connections to Sololá to support potential community partnerships.
Meet Estuardo