Board of Directors

Sherani Theophilus

Director – Chair

The daughter of a professor, Sherani grew up moving often, and as an adult has lived in many places across the country. She has also worked in a variety of industries. Sherani currently works in marketing and sales at the Times-Chronicle newspaper in Osoyoos. She has a long history of fundraising for charitable organizations. It was because of her personal and family experience with mental health, that she joined this board four years ago. She enjoys entertaining (pre-covid era), painting, interior design, dancing, and living near the beach, Although living in Vancouver for many years, she fell in love with Osoyoos on first sight and loves living in the Okanagan. She is passionate about the work of the Society, and proud to be part of this accomplished board.

John Hong

Director – Vice Chair & Information Technology

John has lived in the Okanagan since 2005 when his late wife convinced him to move here to retire from the Information Technology field. He was for a number of years, an active member of Oliver’s Emergency Support Services team and served locally as we as being  deployed to assist at the evacuation centre during the Christie Mountain Fire of 2020. John is a competitive Badminton player and has travelled to play in local, provincial, national and international tournaments. This led him to joined the BC 55+ Games in 2013 as the Badminton Representative and served as the Zone President. He is also currently an active member of 100 Who Care Penticton.

Amanda Hausot

Director – Treasurer

Amanda grew up in Northern BC but has lived in Penticton since 2016. Her accounting and bookkeeping experience is an asset as treasurer for the SOS Mental Wellness Society. Personal and family experience with mental health issues led her to volunteer on the board of directors. She has a passion for helping people and is proud to be a part of the important work the society does for the community. In her spare time she enjoys biking the local trails, days at the beach, or just relaxing with a good book.