TESTIMONIALS
Raghwa Gopal is among those rare individuals who define the character of a community through their devotion to fellow citizens and by applying their expertise and energy to good causes. His breadth of experience as an entrepreneur, business leader, sector champion, mentor and innovator has benefitted several organizations. He is thoughtful, educated, committed and ethical.
Jim Hamilton, President, Okanagan College
I believe that Raghwa possesses an enormous list of exceptional personal qualities that are the true mark of a thoughtful, influential and inspirational leader. Raghwa is highly respected for his work ethic and his long list of honours and awards is only a further testament to his dedication and service to the economic and social well-being of our citizens and community.
Stephen Fuhr, CD, MP, Kelowna Lake Country
Raghwa leverages his experience and knowledge of complex regional dynamics to create innovative ideas and partnerships, both with the private and public sectors. This background, and Raghwa’s ability to analyze an issue from many angles has been a benefit to our community. Raghwa has accomplished so much, yet remains a humble and appreciative individual.
Colin Basran, Mayor, City of Kelowna
Raghwa is a man of exceptional integrity. A highly successful business leader, mentor and key influencer on any issue that is of vital importance to our region and to our country. I consider him to be an extraordinary individual in his personal call to service for the betterment of all of our citizens and to our community.
Chief Robert Louie, Westbank First Nation
Raghwa is the heart of the community and a shining example for the entrepreneurs in the Okanagan. His leadership over the years has had a huge impact.
Greg Caws, President and CEO, BC Innovation Council
Raghwa is an individual who has truly influenced this community with a selfless heart. He has been an example for all of us in the importance of giving back without expectations.
Fred Sarkari, Power in Partners
Over the years Raghwa has made an exemplary contribution to Okanagan College as a whole and especially to the School of Business. Raghwa’s major role has been as our Entrepreneur in Residence where he regularly appears in classes as a guest speaker, counsels students in their future careers and tries to pass along his infectious love of business to all our students.
Dr. Barry McGillivray, Dean, Okanagan School of Business
I have had the pleasure of working directly with Raghwa through my involvement as a Board Member at Accelerate Okanagan and I can personally attest to his incredible contributions and ongoing commitment to the community. Raghwa is a highly respected and treasured member of the Okanagan community.
Lane Merrifield, Co-Founder, Club Penguin
Raghwa is a humble man whose philosophy is simple – he wants to give young people a hand up and not a hand out. Raghwa is a quiet worker whose contribution often goes unnoticed. He is the kind of person who has helped make Kelowna a thriving tech sector, while working hard to ensure it is a caring community.
Garry F. Benson, Q.C., Benson Law LLP
We as citizens of Kelowna and Canadians are very blessed to have Raghwa and his family living in our city. He has made an immeasurable impact on our community, city and country for many years.
Sheldon Gardiner, CEO, Volinspire Community Contribution Corporation
Thank you so much for giving your time to speak to us… Your experience and insights are truly inspiring! Studying alongside classmates who have worked within your organization really makes me want to “accelerate” my own entrepreneurial ideas beyond the classroom.
Kevin Burns, UBCO 4th Year Student
Raghwa is a successful entrepreneur and is an inspiration for start-up enterprises in the hi-tech industry. We are blessed to have Raghwa serve in our community.
Carmen Sparg, Past President, Kelowna Chamber of Commerce
I was lucky to have Raghwa support the Venture Okanagan team and help guide me personally over the course of my studies at Okanagan College and as Project Manager with Venture Okanagan. Raghwa was always willing to lend a helping hand or make an introduction. And best of all, he always did it with great enthusiasm and smile on his face. When I think of the kind of business person that I hope to become I look at the benchmark Raghwa sets: deeply passionate, incredibly giving, and infectiously optimistic.
Reid Schretlen, Student, Okanagan College
Not only is Raghwa one of the kindest & most thoughtful people you will ever know, he knows business like none other. Raghwa has multidisciplinary business know-how and through his dedication to helping organizations, at all levels, he has amassed an incredible depth and breadth of business knowledge. Raghwa can deliver guidance and relevant support for maximum impact. And his network is vast. My only recommendation would be don't become a competitor to Ragwha...you will lose.
Peter Matejcek, Founder, InHouse Videos
Raghwa's experience and advice with regards to many aspects of our business has been invaluable; helping to guide WTFast from a true startup, to a strong growth company. Any startup company is lucky to be working with Raghwa!
Rob Bartlett, CEO/Founder, WTFast
Raghwa is an honest, generous man who stops at nothing to succeed and help others achieve success. He is an expert in business best practices, a leader in the community and a valued adviser of our team.
Robert Ducharme, CEO/Founder, Routezilla Software Corp.
Raghwa is a highly experienced business man with a wealth of experience. He goes out of his way to help start-ups like mine to reach their full potential.
Chris Priebe, Founder, Two Hat Security