The Tech Collective:

Erika is a connector, community builder and people-first communicator. As the Internal Communications & Engagement Manager, she leads the equality initiatives, and employee engagement for the Unbounce team in both Vancouver and Berlin. Currently pursuing an MA in Professional Communications & Culture at Royal Roads University she has become a radical prioritizer.

Shirley is the Community Engagement Manager at Traction on Demand. In her role, she is responsible for driving Traction for Good’s mission of giving what we’re good at and giving to causes that are closest to Tractionites’ hearts. Prior to joining Traction on Demand, Shirley was the Manager, Events and Corporate Engagement at Big Brothers of Greater Vancouver Foundation. Mentorship is near and dear to Shirley and she volunteers as a Big Sister and YWCA High School Mentor.

Naomi manages Allocadia’s community engagement program, focusing on building relationships and having meaningful impact. She also runs various employee engagement programs and communications initiatives at Allocadia. Previously, Naomi worked in the non-profit sector on social impact projects. Her favourite things are learning about people, getting outside to explore BC, adventures around the world, and anything to do with amazing food. Naomi enjoys volunteering with Ronald McDonald House, BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, and YWCA.

Georgie is passionate about advocating for and supporting businesses to take an active role in their communities. Prior to moving to Canada and joining Traction on Demand, Georgie worked at a nonprofit working to connect and inspire young people to strengthen their communities. She moved to Canada to get outside and spends her days off hiking, camping and skiing.

Michelle is the Director of Community Performance at Traction on Demand. She leads their community program, Traction For Good, which focuses on enabling nonprofits to become more efficient through the use of technology, and empowering staff to become philanthropists. Michelle’s former roles include Executive Director of Take a Hike Foundation; Marketing Coordinator for the Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria and an Associate with a fundraising consulting company. She truly believes that companies have an incredible opportunity to create positive change if they ‘give what their good at’ in a meaningful way. Michelle earned her BA in Communications and played varsity softball at SFU. She is passionate about the outdoors, playing hockey, and supporting great causes. She calls her workdays her ‘days off’, with three young kids keeping her busy at home!

Connections & Engagement Propagator.

Laura is a purpose-driven communicator, strategic thinker, and relationship-builder who is passionate about driving corporate citizenship. As the Social Impact Manager, she leads the corporate social integration strategy and initiatives for the Unbounce team in both Vancouver and Berlin. When not in the office you'll find her hiking, cycling, practicing yoga, or coaching BCIT's JDC West NFP team.