Board Members

Chandra Malla 

President

Responsibilities

• Chair the regular NCRVA executive committee meeting

• Provide general leadership on NCRVA activities

• Submit progress reports to all members during the general annual meeting

• Ensure that documents required bylaws are properly maintained

Pashupati Ghimire

Vice President  

Responsibilities

• Chair the regular NCRVA executive committee meeting

• Provide general leadership on NCRVA activities

• Submit progress reports to all members during the general annual meeting

• Ensure that documents required bylaws are properly maintained

Helen Rai

General Secretary

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage NCRVA committee meetings regularly

• Take ownership of meeting minutes and assignment of action items as per the meeting discussion

• File applications/forms, submit documentation on behalf of NCRVA as required by the State or federal government

• Ensure that any action carried out by NCRVA complies with the legal requirements of the State and Federal government

• Act as the official custodian of the records and seal of NCRVA

• Manage correspondence and communicate information to NCRVA members, as needed.

Rukesh Pokharel 

Treasurer - Acting

Responsibilities

• Pay all bills upon authorization by the association board/committee

• Maintain adequate books of account and a record of all financial transactions received and paid by 'NCRVA'

• Prepare a financial report annually

• Maintain the up-to-date list of membership of the association

• Ensure that 'NCRVA' monies are deposited in the bank in a timely manner

• Co-sign checks of 'NCRVA'

• File taxes/necessary documents to the IRS

• Provide donation acknowledgments to donors

Suman Kandel

Public Relations

Responsibilities

• Manage NCRVA’s external communication and public image.

• Share timely updates and announcements across official platforms.

• Promote events through social media and community outreach.

• Maintain relationships with media, sponsors, and partner organizations.

• Ensure clear, consistent, and culturally respectful communication.

Amit Jwarchan

Technology and Media Marketing

Responsibilities

• Take ownership for maintaining, updating contents of ‘NCRVA’ Website and social media sites such as Facebook with documents for public information, news, photos, and videos on a regular basis

• Take ownership of digital collaboration tools and licenses

• Communicate with sponsors and members as well as well-wishers through email

• Design layout of the communication media, newsletter, and public correspondence

Nabin Bhandari

Art and Culture 

Responsibilities

• Identify and encourage talents among Nepali community and help them show their talents in local events.

• Provide necessary guidance and support to talents to help them improve in their skills.

• Work with other social organizations to provide a platform for 'NCRVA' talents to perform in their events.

Ashim Rajbhandari 

Art and Culture 

Responsibilities

• Promote and preserve Nepali art, culture, and traditions within the community.

• Plan and support cultural programs, performances, and artistic activities.

• Collaborate with artists, performers, and cultural groups for event participation.

• Ensure cultural authenticity and inclusiveness in all NCRVA events.

• Encourage youth engagement and foster appreciation of Nepali heritage.

Pratap Poudel

 Board Member 

Responsibilities

• Carry Out NCRVA Operations, approve budget

• Approve program and association initiatives

• Amendment to Bylaws

• Attend board meeting regularly, perform routine tasks and board activities.

Niru Tiwari

 Board Member 

Responsibilities

• Carry Out NCRVA Operations, approve budget

• Approve program and association initiatives

• Amendment to Bylaws

• Attend board meeting regularly, perform routine tasks and board activities.

Indra Khanal

 Board Member 

Responsibilities

• Carry Out NCRVA Operations, approve budget

• Approve program and association initiatives

• Amendment to Bylaws

• Attend board meeting regularly, perform routine tasks and board activities.