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Our Team
Meet the dedicated professionals leading M.A.K.E. Initiative and turning resources into meaningful action.
Dr. Kim Le MD, MPH, FRCSC
Medical Director
Dr. Le’s interest in developing countries began in the Dominican Republic where she researched mosquito-transmitted infectious diseases as an undergraduate biology student of Cornell University. Her passion for global health further blossomed during her internship with the World Health Organization in China where she studied pandemic preparedness during the SARS epidemic. Equipped with a Master in Public Health from Yale, Medical Doctorate from the University of Toronto, and Ophthalmology Residency from McGill, Dr. Le traveled the world as a healthcare volunteer.
To gain a broad outlook on international development, she joined a variety of organizations from community grass roots to international nonprofits. Her participation in vision screening camps in India, healthcare surveys in rural El Salvadore, ocular surgery skills transfer in Vietnam, and free cataract surgery in Grenada, cemented her lifetime dedication to expanding quality healthcare in resource-poor settings.
Dr. Le is a Comprehensive Ophthalmologist and Refractive Cataract Surgeon in Canada. She has additional expertise in Glaucoma, Retina and Dry Eye Disease. As Medical Director, Dr. Le provides clinical leadership and perspective to M.A.K.E. initiatives focused on building healthcare capacity in underserved areas, advancing surgical education, and supporting sustainable impact in the communities we serve using best practices.
Marcus Saroop
Director of Business Development & Media
Marcus brings extensive experience in humanitarian initiatives, international development, fundraising, and coordinating complex aid efforts in challenging environments. His work has involved developing programs to support underserved and vulnerable communities, identifying community needs, building relationships with organizations and agencies, and coordinating the resources required to respond effectively.
His experience spans from a range of humanitarian and infrastructure initiatives, including healthcare, construction, emergency response, water and sanitation, transportation, and community development. He has also developed strong relationships with executive, governmental, military, and international aid organizations.
At M.A.K.E. Initiative, Marcus serves as Director of Business Development & Media, helping communicate the organization’s work and document the people, partnerships, and initiatives behind it. He brings a perspective shaped by experience in the field and a belief that meaningful work should not only be carried out, but understood, shared, and supported.
Genelle George
Founder & Executive Director
Genelle George is the Founder & Executive Director of M.A.K.E. Initiative Foundation, bringing more than a decade of experience in healthcare, clinical operations, and community service.
Before founding M.A.K.E. Initiative Foundation, Genelle spent 10 years working in ophthalmology, as a Clinical Director. Her experience working alongside physicians and surgical teams gave her a firsthand understanding of the resources, coordination and collaboration required to deliver specialized healthcare.
Her work with M.A.K.E. Initiative Foundation grew from a desire to take that experience beyond the clinical setting and apply it to initiatives where practical support, strong partnerships and thoughtful execution can make a meaningful difference.
As Founder & Executive Director, Genelle leads the organization’s operations, partnerships and initiatives, working to turn needs into organized, actionable projects and ensuring that the resources and people involved are brought together to see the work through.