Rod Belleza
As a Richmond School Board trustee since 2008, Rod advocates for sound financial management and good governance. He helped establish the Audit Committee, which is responsible for helping the Board in financial reporting, information system and risk management, internal and external audit, and budget process. He also advocates for more support for students who are in need especially those students who are negatively impacted by child poverty.
Rod’s community service, spanning over 25 years includes the Richmond Intercultural Advisory Committee, Richmond Community Services Advisory Committee, East Richmond Community Association, Richmond Multicultural Community Society, AMSSA, Rotary Club, Jaycees, and various Filipino and Canadian Associations.
As a community leader, Rod promotes the values of service, multicultural harmony and inclusion in our schools and city. He has received service awards from the BC School Trustees Association, Philippines Asian News, and the Filipino Canadian Business Directory.
Rod’s mission is to ensure that the Richmond Board of Education provides vision and leadership. His goal is education that enables the potential of our children and youth.
Rod is a fellow of the Institute of Canadian Bankers and as has a Bachelor of Arts in political science as well as a Bachelor of Law from the Philippines, where he practiced law.
Facebook Profile Page: facebook.com/riterichmond
Twitter Handle @RodBelleza
Website: riterichmond.ca
