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The UTS connection lasts a lifetime.
Our alumni are making a difference, at home and around the world.
Welcome to the UTS Alumni Association!
We envision a thriving UTS supported by a diverse, inclusive and representative group of alumni who have a strong association with the school and with fellow alumni from across the years.
To support UTS and to help present and future alumni develop and sustain meaningful, lifelong connections to UTS, to each other and to the broader UTS community.
Accountability to members - UTSAA will always be accountable to its members for its actions.
Commitment to communication - UTSAA is committed to regular and candid communications with its members and the broader UTS community.
Diversity - UTSAA is committed to acceptance of and respect for the diversity of all its members and the broader UTS community.
Engagement with the UTS of today - UTSAA will promote the engagement of its members in the life of the School and its future alumni.
Financial support - UTSAA is committed to assisting UTS financially through support of student bursaries, scholarships, and school initiatives and projects.
Inclusiveness - UTSAA is committed to creating a hospitable and welcoming environment for all and to interacting with all members of the UTS community without regard to individual characteristics.
Independence - UTSAA will be independent of other stakeholders in the broader UTS community.
Openness to member views - UTSAA will welcome all members’ views.
Proactive engagement with members - UTSAA shall strive to engage its members in its affairs.
Representativeness - UTSAA strives to be representative of the distinct historical cohorts among alumni (e.g. boys school, co-ed school, etc).
Transparency - UTSAA is committed to operating in an open and transparent manner.
Connection to UTS is lifelong. Our alumni embody the UTS spirit of excellence, making a difference in the world as leaders, innovators, and changemakers.
At the heart of this network is the UTS Alumni Association (UTSAA) Board of Directors. As dedicated volunteers, they provide leadership and expertise, helping keep our community vibrant by creating meaningful opportunities for every member to connect, give back, and thrive.
We hope these profiles offer a deeper look at the people supporting alumni and inspire you to get involved with the UTSAA. Profiles will be released on a rolling basis.
Isabella Chiu ’13
Events Committee Member
House: Cody
Some of my fondest memories include Spanish class with Señora Pereira-Castillo and my time in DECA—particularly the experience of competing at the International Career Development Conference (ICDC), which sparked an early interest in the business world.
"I learned and grew so much from UTS both as a student and as an alumna. I’m excited to be part of the Board to give back to a community that has provided so much mentorship and support throughout my journey."
After UTS, Isabella studied Linguistics and Urban Studies at Harvard University. She began her career in management consulting at Bain & Company before moving into the tech sector. Following a stint at a software startup, she now works in Strategy & Ops at Stripe, with a specialized focus on Data & AI.
In her first year on the UTSAA Board, Isabella is a member of the Events Committee, where she focuses on creating meaningful opportunities for alumni to reconnect and strengthen their ties to the school.
Willing to engage with the UTS Community for:
Mentorship • Career Conversations • Student Engagement • Sharing Candid Reflections
Hana Dhanji ’05
Executive Committee Member and Treasurer
House: Crawford
Serving as Secretary-General of the 2005 Southern Ontario Model United Nations Assembly (SOMA), leading a student team to deliver a three-day conference for over 700 delegates. It was a formative leadership experience and a privilege to uphold UTS’s tradition of hosting Canada’s largest student-run high school Model UN conference.
"UTS gave me early opportunities to lead, and I’m committed to ensuring future students have access to the same formative experiences that build confidence, judgment, and service-minded leadership."
Following her time at 371 Bloor Street West, Hana earned her JD/MBA from the University of Toronto. She is currently the Founder & CEO of Cognitrex Inc., an enterprise SaaS company that works with regulated and complex enterprises to scale workforce capability through learning infrastructure and role-based enablement.
Hana’s recent service includes roles as a Don’s Den Pitch Competition Judge, Mock Trial Judge, and UTS Admissions Interviewer. She also serves on the Student Life and Finance Committees.
Willing to engage with the UTS Community for:
Mentorship • Career Conversations • Speaking Opportunities • Networking
Tina Yuan ’12
Chair of Alumni Engagement Committee
House: Crawford
While I loved my Art classes, my favourite memories are centred around the simple joy of playing at Huron Park with friends after school—a testament to the lifelong bonds formed at UTS.
"The UTS community has been core to who I’ve become; I want to help build a stronger, more connected alumni community that spans across all generations."
After UTS, Tina earned a Juris Doctor from the University of Toronto and a Master’s degree in Finance from the University of Cambridge. Her professional journey began in M&A law at Baker McKenzie before she transitioned to management consulting at McKinsey & Company. There, she advised organizations across North America and the Middle East on strategy, operations, and large-scale transformation.
Currently, Tina serves on the board of Tiger King Shoes, a second-generation Canadian safety-footwear company. Her work reflects a deep-seated commitment to building organizations with integrity and public service.
In addition to her role as Chair of Alumni Engagement, Tina previously served on the board of the Ontario Science Centre, where she supported science education and public engagement initiatives.
Willing to engage with the UTS Community for:
Mentorship • Career Conversations • Speaking Opportunities • Alumni Networking • Student Engagement
Aaron Chan '94, [email protected] Winnie Cheng '11, [email protected] Isabella Chiu ’13, [email protected] Aaron Dantowitz '91, [email protected] Hana Dhanji '05, [email protected] Rose Dotten, [email protected] David Grant ’72, [email protected] Geoffrey Hung '93, [email protected] | Ian Lee '87, P '27, [email protected] Graham Mayeda '92, [email protected] Julia Pomerantz '12, [email protected] Meg Proctor '84, [email protected] Avanti Ramachandran '09, [email protected] Luke Stark ’02, [email protected] Tina Yuan ’12, [email protected] |
Fellow alumni,
It is a privilege to serve as the President of the UTS Alumni Association. We are here for you when you want to connect with old classmates and staff, find opportunities to give back, or engage in any other way with the school.
Through the Board and alumni network, we keep an ear to the ground for news about fellow alumni, publish the alumni magazine The Root, and organize reunion events like the Alumni Reunion and sporting tournaments. We also connect our alumni with meaningful ways to give back through mentorship, volunteering, or donation opportunities.
Over the 15 years since I graduated, I’ve had the pleasure of seeing the power of the network–from UTSers connecting on our online platform for career advice to classes reconnecting to make a special gift to the school in a milestone year–and on behalf of the board, welcome you all to engage in our network and reconnect with the school! The Board and I look forward to meeting and working with many of you over the years to come.
Interested in learning more? Contact me at [email protected]
Avanti Ramachandran '09
President, UTSAA
UTSAA Year Reps provide an important link between the members of their class and the Alumni Association and the school. Through the Year Rep network, alumni can continue to play an important role in the life of the school and act as ambassadors of UTS.
Statement of purpose
Join the volunteer network that organizes reunion activities and helps classmates keep in touch. Reconnect with UTS by attending the Annual Alumni Dinner, Remembrance Day Assembly, sport tournaments – and bring your classmates out, too! In this role, you’ll also be an important link between the alumni community and the Office of Advancement.
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