Introduce yourself 🗣 👋🏾

[Spencer Morris]

Hi, I’m Spencer 🙂 I’m a student and Program Coordinator for Craft Alliance, located in K’jipuktuk/Halifax.

I joined this platform to network and meet new people to work with!

[Alexandra McCann]

Hi I’m Alex! Executive director at ONSIDE. We work with others to foster inclusive innovation-driven entrepreneurship. Looking forward to connecting!👐🏽

[Pemberton Cyrus]

Hi, I’m Pemberton, President of Imhotep’s Legacy Academy. ILA does STEM outreach to the African Nova Scotian community.

[Alfred Burgesson]

Hi everyone! I’m Alfred 🙂 I’m CEO and Founder of Tribe Network and I look forward to connecting with you all. I’m located in Kjipuktuk/Halifax. I hope to create new connections on this platform and learn new insights and perspectives from others.

[Omar Hussein]

Hi everyone, I’m Omar. Before I move to Canada, from the Middle East, around two years ago, I used to run a social enterprise that focused on STEM Ed and workforce development for both privileged and underprivileged kids and youth communities. Currently I’m in the business of connecting resources, efforts and people, and breaking silos in the inclusive workforce development and youth empowerment spaces. If you’re interested in any of those spaces or want to brainstorm/toss some ideas, I’m one message away:)

[Emily Miller]

Hi folks! I’m Emily Miller (she/her), I work at Davis Pier Consulting as the Manager, Strategy and Communications / Chief of Staff. I’m excited to be here and am always keen to chat about social innovation, community planning and placemaking, and active transportation! Also always love hearing what books people have been reading lately, so keep me posted 😍

[Rachel Burke]

Hi everyone, I’m Rachel (she/her) and I currently work as the Indigenous Experiential Learning Coordinator for St. Thomas University/Future Wabanaki program in Fredericton👋🏼

I joined this network to connect to a variety of people and experiences! I am also looking to begin a few projects outside of my current role and thought this would be a great space for information and inspiration! Although I do have most experience in experiential learning, event coordinating and Indigenous programming, I can’t escape my curiosity and am open to conversing about any topics! 😀

[Olusegun Osunrinde]

Hi Everyone 😀 My name is Olu (he/him). I’m a product and user experience designer with a strong background in technology and business. I love technology, design and community – I find great satisfaction when they come together to create a great experience. I’m looking to make new connections, learn more and contribute to the community. Happy to chat about design, startups and community.😊

[Margaret Schwartz]

Hi everyone 🙂 😀 I am based in Punamu’kwati’jk / Dartmouth – Nova Scotia, and have just started a new journey as Communications & Community Navigator at Tribe Network. This means you will be seeing more of me around here! I will be actively sharing opportunities, programs and resources with all network members, and can be available for support navigating the Tribe platform. I look forward to getting to know all of you better! 🙌🏽

[Youji Cheng]

Hi all! I’m Youji (he/him), a scientist by training, and an entrepreneur by accident. My passion is to make technology useful, currently managing a government-funded startup program to help university researchers commercialize tech. Recently exited from my first company. Happy to chat about building technology, business, or houses. I also love music and play piano.

[Abdulganiyu Onabanjo]

Hi everyone I’m Abdul’ founder and president at iFormit Solutions Inc a startup based in Nova Scotia with a deep focus on simplifying smart metering infrastructure using the sub-metering approach to help promote clean utility consumption for a greater future. I’m happy to be here and looking forward to great connections.

[Amy Grant]

Kwe’ n’in teluisi Amy! I’m the Lead Storyteller at Pink Lnu, where we provide quality diversity and inclusion workshops through the lens of traditional Mi’kmaw teachings. We are committed to making the world a more equitable place, one company, one person, and one story at a time. I look forward to connecting with everyone on here. M’sit No’kmaq (All My Relations) ❤

[kamilah apong]

nice to meet you, amy. i look forward to learning more about Pink Lnu.

[Ravi Kempaiah]

Greetings to fellow Tribe network friends.
I am Ravi, a recent transplant from Chicago and looking to connect with fellow entrepreneurs. Currently, I wear the hats of CEO of Zen Electric Bikes and a Post-Doc scientist at Dalhousie University but ultimately, looking to solve the urban transportation and climate change problems through technology. Looking forward to learning from all of you.

[Bianca Garcia]

Hi! My name is Bianca, I’m Afro Queer Latina woman from Dominican Republic. I’m the Co-founder of the Black Collective Media. Local influencer, Creative Director of the web series T is for Té and the first PEI Fashion Weekend 2022. Creator content for BIPOCUSHR and community organizer. Social media manager for Black Cultural Society of PEI during Black History Month. Happy to connect with everyone!

[rachel2007]

Sounds like a fun job.

[kamilah apong]

sounds great! going to look into all of these things, especially the PEI fashion weekend!

[Jonathan Okwo]

Hi everyone! I’m Jonathan Okwo, founder and Chief Creative Director of Truly African Arts, we create African Print inspired fashion items and everyday accessories, increase the cultural heritage of Africa in Canada, and advocate Owning Knowledge, Wellness and Opportunities in the Black community.

I am a Civil Engineer by day and currently working on reducing our Carbon Footprint by inserting captured CO2 into concrete.

I am grateful for this opportunity, and looking forward to sharing ideas and learn how to maximize the opportunities to impact the immediate environment positively.

Thank you