Karen Society of Buffalo

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BOARD MEMBERS

David Htoo

President

David Htoo graduated from Houghton College with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science and International Development. David has been working with non-profit organizations as volunteer, interpreter, and refugee’s right advocate for many years. David has been working at the Buffalo City Hall as a Senior Data Processing Equipment Operator, and he also works part-time at the International Institute of Buffalo as a Certified Interpreter. David joined Karen society of Buffalo in 2011 as a volunteer in documenting KSB events. He was then elected as the KSB Board Vice-Chairperson in 2021, where he helps the Board Chairperson and Program Executive Director with various things such as making event flyers, tutoring for KSB afterschool program, taking clients to DMV, interpreting for community members, and other tasks as needed. In 2023, the former KSB Board Chairperson Daniel Leong stepped down from his position, and David was elected by the majority votes of the board to serve as the KSB Board Chairperson.

Thin Thin Conlon

Board Member

Christian Parra

Board Member

Daniel Montante

Board Member

Daniel Montante is the President and co-founder of Montante Solar. A veteran of the renewable energy industry, Daniel has overseen the company's rapid growth, solidifying its position as a key player in the New York solar market. Daniel is responsible for leading the company and providing a clear strategic direction. He has assembled a top-tier team of engineering, construction, and finance professionals who have built some of the most noteworthy solar projects in New York.

Daniel is President of the New York Solar Energy Industries Association (NYSEIA), the only statewide membership and trade association dedicated solely to advancing solar energy in New York State. He also serves on the Board of Directors at Artpark & Company and is Vice President of the Torn Space Theater.