Staff Members
Ken OpalekeMeet Ken, WBYO's Director of over 32 years!
Currently on sabbatical. Ken claims to have partied with Bob Marley when he was kid (#PicsOrItDidn'tHappen - am I right?!). He was a provincial champ in badminton but his love for sewing keeps him grounded. His favorite movie is the Sound of Music, but he refuses to talk about it with former staff/very supportive friend, Loana because she got to tour all the places the movie was filmed in Austria. |
Claude EsekodyMeet Claude, our Funding/Grants Writer!
Claude excels at playing four string instruments and loves creating beautiful music. He's also a poetry writer, a huge basketball fan, and an avid gamer who enjoys a good challenge. Despite being colorblind, Claude tackles every board game with a positive attitude. |
Seth LiMeet Seth, our Administrative Coordinator.
Originally from Shenzhen, Seth has a love-hate relationship with spicy food, especially hotpot. In his spare time, he enjoys exploring the diverse public parks in Winnipeg. Seth is also a tech enthusiast who loves tinkering with networking projects, especially OpenWRT. |
Siem KahsayMeet Siem, our Youth Worker!
Siem is passionate about playing multiple sports and has a particular admiration for the legendary soccer player Zidane. A proud college graduate, Siem also enjoys the strategic intricacies of chess, his favorite board game. When he's not busy with sports or strategy, you can find him immersed in the captivating world of anime. |
Achol ThomasMeet Achol, our Youth Worker!
Achol aspires to become a social worker, driven by a passion for helping others. Her favorite meal is mashed potatoes and steak, a true comfort food combo. If she won the lottery, Achol would generously support her community, her parents, and indulge in some world travel. She also has a sporty side, having played basketball at the age of 15. |