By Cheryl Jahn

New VP, Finance at UNBC

Nov 13, 2020 | 1:59 PM

PRINCE GEORGE – There’s a new face heading up UNBC’s Finance Department.

Rahim Somani began his role at the Vice President of Finance on November 2nd. Prior to here, Somani spent 12 years at the University of Central Asia where he played a critical role in planning and developing a multi-campus university and provided leadership and oversight to the Finance Division and university operations.

“I truly feel fortunate to be a part of UNBC, the university both in and for the north, at this important juncture,” said Somani. “My family and I are very excited about our move to beautiful Prince George and be a part of the vibrant and cheerful UNBC community. I firmly believe that the notion of accepting diversity and differences as strengths, working as a coherent team and an integrated community to achieve collective excellence, and nurturing compassion will be pivotal in achieving UNBC’s long-term aspirations.”

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As the vice-president, finance and administration, Somani leads strategic financial and operational planning and is relied on for expertise, innovation and exceptional collaboration, relationship building, and change management skills. He is relied on to ensure the management and service focus of these units supports the academic and research missions of UNBC.