The people behind the Circle.
The Reserve Circle was founded in 2023 at Queen’s University and has since grown into a multi-chapter platform. As new chapters launch and members graduate into the alumni network, this team structure will continue to expand.
The Reserve Circle
Jordan Raftis
Co-Founder, The Reserve Circle
A Civil Engineering graduate of Queen's University and a former Co-Chair of Queen's Reserve Circle, Jordan helps lead the broader Reserve Circle vision - expansion strategy and the group's growth into the United States.
Macgregor Armstrong
Co-Founder, The Reserve Circle
A Queen's University graduate of the Smith School of Business and a former Co-Chair of QRC, Mac comes from Niagara-on-the-Lake - raised in wine country and the culture around it.
Jonn Reid
Executive Advisor
Former Co-Chair of Queen's Reserve Circle and a Queen's graduate with an entrepreneurial track record - Director at Pacific Rim Nutrition Ltd. and Partner at Grenfell Yachts - he sets the commercial and partnership vision for the Circle.
Leadership - positions being filled
Lily Cushman
Director of US Expansion
Leads The Reserve Circle's growth into the United States - identifying target campuses, building relationships with US-based partners, and establishing the brand in American markets.
Director of Events
Plans and produces The Reserve Circle's signature gatherings - tastings, dinners, and flagship events across chapters and the alumni network.
RecruitingDirector of Partnerships
Manages national sponsors, wineries, spirits brands, restaurants, venues, private clubs, and lifestyle partners.
RecruitingDirector of Alumni Network
Builds the post-graduation membership network, alumni events, city-based gatherings, and long-term member community.
RecruitingQRC Co-Chairs
Lucy Kedwell
Co-Chair
Rachel Lester
Co-Chair
President & Co-Chairs
Andrew McLeod
Co-Founder & President
Oliver Brenninkmeijer
Co-Chair
Leah Armstrong
Co-Chair
Leah Ray
Co-Chair
TRC Co-Chairs
Samuel Lowe
Co-Chair
Aubrey Cronander
Co-Chair
