Carmen D’Onofrio Jr
President
Carmen D’Onofrio Jr. is a dynamic leader whose career spans business, sport, and community service. A Stanford University graduate with a degree in International Relations, Carmen brings a global mindset to his local and provincial contributions. He played four years on the Stanford Varsity soccer team and was an All-American and recipient of the Block S Award for his outstanding play and commitment to the school and student athletics.
He is the President of the Commercial Drive Business Society (BIA) and a Founding Member and current Director of The Italian Day Festival Society, one of Vancouver’s most vibrant cultural events. In the private sector, Carmen is the Managing Partner of Stile Brands, where he plays a key role in guiding the company’s success in importing and distributing premium wines, beers and spirits across Western Canada.
With deep roots in both business and sport, Carmen also served as Past President of the International Vintners and Spirits Association (IVSA), reflecting his leadership and influence within the beverage alcohol industry. He was also on the Board of Directors of the Vancouver International Wine Festival, one of Canada’s largest and most influential wine festivals, and was VIWF Planning Committee Chair for a number of years driving this important event forward. Lastly, Carmen was a Director of the Italian Chamber of Commerce and is also an IL Centro lifetime member for his years of service and dedication to the community.
Carmen’s athletic background includes representing Canada as a former member of the U-21 Men’s National Team, the 1996 Olympic team, the 1994 Francophone Games team, the 1991 Pan-American Games team and playing professionally with the Vancouver Whitecaps, Vancouver 86’ers, Toronto Lynx, and Edmonton Drillers. His passion for soccer continues through his long-standing commitment to youth development. He has been the President and Vice President of the Italian Canadian Sports Federation (ICSF) once before, and currently coaches U12 boys at ICSF Columbus FC where his son plays.
Known for his positive influence, integrity, energy, and dedication, Carmen D’Onofrio Jr. is a respected community figure who continues to build bridges between culture, commerce, and sport.