Volunteer Directory

Connected KW partnered with CivicTechWR to create a directory of skilled volunteers that helps local organizations find the support they need, and makes it easy for community members to offer their time and skills. Many organizations are doing vital work with limited resources. By connecting them with volunteers, we help strengthen our community.

We're always looking for more volunteers with diverse skills. Create your profile and let us know how you'd like to help!

Apurva Banastarker's avatar

Apurva Banastarker

Waterloo

I am a data-oriented marketer and technology strategist with a deep understanding of advertising, audience engagement, and performance analysis. I currently work as a Digital Strategist at Preppod Systems building digital solutions and partnering with teams and clients to tackle marketing, business, and tech complexities. My professional skill set includes managing large ad campaigns, interpreting data for strategic insights, and creating content that aligns with organizational objectives. I have two degrees in Business with Information Technology and Mobile Solutions Development.

I can provide support by executing social media campaigns, managing advertising systems with precision, or organizing data for strategic insights. I am also able to assist with event coordination, oversee promotional outreach, and evaluate results to refine efforts, delivering professional assistance that strengthens your objectives.

Data AnalysisWeb DesignDigital MediaMobile DevelopmentProblem-solvingDigital Strategy
Dre Levesque's avatar

Dre Levesque

Kitchener

I’m a civic technologist passionate about self-hosting, cybersecurity, and open technology as tools for social good. With a strong background in networking, containerization, and privacy-focused infrastructure, I work to build secure, accessible, and community-driven tech solutions.

I’m actively involved in local civic tech initiatives, using my expertise to support grassroots organizations, improve digital equity, and enhance collaboration between tech and social impact groups. Whether it’s strengthening digital security, optimizing self-hosted environments, or bridging the gap between technology and community needs, I’m always looking for ways to apply tech for positive change.

Systems AdministrationCybersecuritySelf-HostingAmazon Web ServicesProblem-solvingBilingualScripting
Fiona Lau's avatar

Fiona Lau

No City Listed

I’m an operational strategist passionate about building inclusive workplaces and driving growth through collaboration. As the Director of Partnerships and Global Growth for WomenHack, I spend most of my time between connecting top innovative companies with underrepresented talent all around the world, and helping small businesses navigate and compete in saturated markets.

As a Southeast Asian, 2SLGBTQ+ professional who’s worn many hats over the span of my career, I bring over a decade of experience scaling growth, fostering high-impact partnerships across startups to Fortune 500 companies, automating cross-functional workflows for $5M+ revenue, and amplifying brands through data-informed strategies (ie. hyperlocal storytelling) - enabled by deep cultural fluency across NAMER, EMEA, and APAC markets.

Project ManagementCommunicationsContent CreationProduct ManagementDigital StrategyWritingEditingEvent ManagementProblem-solvingNo-code DevelopmentProcess AutomationDemand Generation
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Julian Morley

Waterloo

I'm a DevSecOps engineer by heart and have worked on several projects across various fields like full stack, cybersecurity, business continuity and infrastructure with Intel, Microsoft, and Google.

Bolstering a decade of leadership, public engagement, and collaboration in the entertainment industry at a global scale, I've pivoted into tech fully in 2017 and formed Lara Joh IT Services in 2020 where we provide tailored services ensuring client business evolution to the next success metric. Additionally, I have started a few projects with various teams, each with diverse solutions and outlooks. Most notably, we have recently completed a prototype for a US target market ATM system that bolsters native digital wallet transactions as well as an advertisement platform and engine targeted towards the Bahamas.As a self-taught individual, member of the Microsoft Partner Network, AWS Partner Network and Google Partner Network with over 7 years of technical excellence, I'm currently working on obtaining my bachelor's degree in computer science at Conestoga College with the ultimate target at obtaining a PhD in Computer Science (still planning the focus of study).

Data ScienceData AnalysisWeb DevelopmentWeb DesignDatabase AdministrationProject ManagementSystems AdministrationDigital MediaDevOpsCybersecurityProduct ManagementDigital StrategyDevOps and Security AutomationPythonFrontend DevelopmentAPI DevelopmentFullstack DevelopmentTypescriptJavaScriptC#CAzure CloudGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesDockerCI/CD PipelinesAmazon Web ServicesScriptingDatabase Management Problem-solvingJavaScript Database ManagemenSelf-HostingProject ManagementMobile Development
Terry Foster's avatar

Terry Foster

Waterloo

I am a futurist, innovation strategist, and consultant with expertise in business, humanitarian efforts, civic policy, and sustainability. I have mentored and advised businesses across multiple industries, from restaurants and retail to holistic medicine, helping refine strategies and operations.

My work spans civic issues, human rights initiatives, and cost-of-living policy advocacy, with a focus on housing, fiod security, renewable energy, and transportation. 

With a background in entrpreneurship, multimedia communications, and business mentorship, I bring a creative, strategic approach to designing sustainable solutions for both businesses and communities. I thrive in innovation teams, think tanks, and accelerators, where bold ideas and long-term vision are needed.

CommunicationsMultimedia SpecialistCreative StrategyProject Management