--- title: Volunteers --- [![LCCHub Logo Icon](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/LCCHub%20Logo%20-%20000932.png?width=50&height=50&name=LCCHub%20Logo%20-%20000932.png "LCCHub Logo Icon")](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/?hsLang=en) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. - [Join](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/join) - About - [Sponsors](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/sponsors) - [Trusted Circle](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/trustedcircle) - [Blood Donor Campaign](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/giveblood) - [Outdoor Adventures](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/outdoor) - [Household Postal Code GeoMap](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/household-geomap) - [Volunteer](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer) - [Milestones](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/milestones) - [Code of Conduct](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/code-of-conduct) - [Career Insights from Industry Professionals](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/career-insights) - [Shop Local Rewards](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/shoplocalrewards) - [Outreach](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/outreach) - [Newsletter](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/newsletter) - [Highlights](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/highlights) - [RSVP](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/rsvp) - [Contact](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/contact) - [Directory/App](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/directory) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. ## Volunteers We couldn't be where we are today without the help, dedication and support of our invaluable volunteers! --- ![LCCHub Marketing & Communications Assistant](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/LCCHub%20Marketing%20%26%20Communications%20Assistant.png) #### Volunteers Needed Exciting news! The Locally Connected Community Hub is on the lookout for enthusiastic volunteers to join us in various roles, both at the chapter level and within our organization. We are currently seeking a Marketing & Communications Assistant to support our Marketing & Communications Coordinator. Are you passionate about community and curious about marketing? Join us as a volunteer to help create engaging, community-focused social media content — a great opportunity for a student or early-career professional to gain hands-on experience. Together, we can take our community from good to great! [Download the Volunteer Description](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/LCCHub%20Volunteer%20Position%20-%20Marketing%20%26%20Communications%20Assistant.pdf?hsLang=en) --- #### Locally Connected Community Hub ### [Jason Kipfer](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-1module_1738681768566)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-kipfer-9b667653/) Founder & Chair ![Jason Kipfer](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Jason%201.jpg) Jason Kipfer Founder & Chair About Jason Kipfer As an Eastbridge resident since April 2011 with my wife Kate, two daughters and our Labradoodle (Hazel), I am the Executive Director of Growth & Operations for Explorer Solutions, a Peterborough-based consulting firm that provides economic development strategic planning and airport planning and development services to municipalities and airports throughout Canada and the US Midwest. In my spare time, I enjoy working on expanding the brand, outreach and programming of Eastbridge Business Connections (which I began in January 2017). To help me in achieving this, I enjoy meeting with and being inspired by people in the local (and broader) community who are also looking for ways to make a difference and meaningful impact on the people, places and businesses around them. I enjoy spending time with my wife and kids at the lake, going to the beach, cycling, golfing and venturing down the grand river on our inflatable raft! [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-kipfer-9b667653/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/jason.kipfer) ### [Brianne (Bri) Graf](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-2module_1738681768566)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianne-graf/) Marketing & Communications Coordinator ![Brianne Graf Headshot](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Brianne%20Graf%20Headshot.jpg) Brianne (Bri) Graf Marketing & Communications Coordinator About Brianne (Bri) Graf After seven years in the corporate world, I took the leap into full-time entrepreneurship which was the biggest risk I’ve ever taken and already one of the most rewarding.  Within a week of launching BG Marketing Co., I attended a Stratford Area Business Connections meetup (of the Locally Connected Community Hub), where I was welcomed with open arms. I connected with some incredible people, and not only did I expand my professional network, but I also made some new friends. So when Jason approached me about taking on the role of Marketing and Communications Coordinator, it was an easy yes. When I’m not working or volunteering, you’ll likely find me curled up on the couch, lost in a book on my Kindle. I’m an avid reader and love talking about books with fellow book lovers. I also have a huge passion for travel, which I finally got to experience last fall with a month-long adventure across Europe. I explored England, Scotland, Ireland, France, the Netherlands, Switzerland, and Portugal. It was truly a trip of a lifetime. I’m thrilled to be part of the LCCHub team and can’t wait to help streamline our marketing efforts, elevating our brand experience and enhancing the overall digital experience for all of our members [Visit Website](https://www.bgmarketing.co/) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/brianne-graf/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/bri.graf) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/bgmarketing.co/) --- #### Eastbridge Business Connections ### [Jason Kipfer](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-1module_1690933427712)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-kipfer-9b667653/) Co-Founder & Chair Volunteer Committee ![Jason Kipfer](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Jason%201.jpg) Jason Kipfer Co-Founder & Chair Volunteer Committee About Jason Kipfer As an Eastbridge resident since April 2011 with my wife Kate, two daughters and our Labradoodle (Hazel), I am the Executive Director of Growth & Operations for Explorer Solutions, a Peterborough-based consulting firm that provides economic development strategic planning and airport planning and development services to municipalities and airports throughout Canada and the US Midwest. In my spare time, I enjoy working on expanding the brand, outreach and programming of Eastbridge Business Connections (which I began in January 2017). To help me in achieving this, I enjoy meeting with and being inspired by people in the local (and broader) community who are also looking for ways to make a difference and meaningful impact on the people, places and businesses around them. I enjoy spending time with my wife and kids at the lake, going to the beach, cycling, golfing and venturing down the grand river on our inflatable raft! [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-kipfer-9b667653/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/jason.kipfer) ### [Eugene (Gene) DiMira](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-2module_1690933427712)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugeniodimira/) Co-Founder & Volunteer Volunteer Committee ![Gene DiMira](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Gene%20DiMira-1.jpg) Eugene (Gene) DiMira Co-Founder & Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Eugene (Gene) DiMira INSERT TEXT HERE [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/eugeniodimira/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/dimira) ### [Louis Cilibanov](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-3module_1690933427712)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-cilibanov-953a343/) Volunteer Volunteer Committee ![Louis Cilibanov](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Louis%201.jpg) Louis Cilibanov Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Louis Cilibanov INSERT TEXT HERE [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/louis-cilibanov-953a343/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/lcilibanov) ### [Vince Vasco](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-4module_1690933427712)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/vince-vasco-204a8393/) Volunteer Volunteer Committee ![Vince Vasco](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Vince%201.jpg) Vince Vasco Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Vince Vasco INSERT TEXT HERE [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/vince-vasco-204a8393/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/vince.vasco) ### [Tara Wilson](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-5module_1690933427712)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/taracwilson/) Business Outreach & Engagement Coordinator Volunteer Committee ![Tara Wilson](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Tara%20Wilson%20Headshot.jpg) Tara Wilson Business Outreach & Engagement Coordinator Volunteer Committee About Tara Wilson I’m a small business owner, team builder, board member, connector, business coach, ex-corporate employee, 30-year technology veteran, fast-paced product delivery/go-to-market magician, Mom and Eastbridge resident myself (2007). Being part of people's success stories is what fuels my passion. These last few years have been harder than anyone would have expected, especially for small business owners. My goal in in supporting the growth of the Locally Connected Community Hub (since December 2023) is to ensure we are building a thriving community; sharing local stories and successes while supporting our local business owners.   Whether it's helping streamline operations, get leadership teams working in the same direction, building effective processes, helping owners build great teams or helping with go-to-market strategies and taking advantage of multi-channel packages, I ensure local businesses can reach their local communities WITHOUT having to spend more time away from their business or family.  [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/taracwilson/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/tara.wilson.9887) ### [Jason Panda](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-6module_1690933427712)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonpanda/) Community Engagement Photographer Volunteer Committee ![Jason Panda Headshot](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Jason%20Panda%20Headshot.jpg) Jason Panda Community Engagement Photographer Volunteer Committee About Jason Panda [Visit Website](https://jasonpanda.com/) [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonpanda/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/jason.panda.5) --- #### Guelph Business Connections ### [Eden Seiw Chair Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-1module_1691103002326) ![Eden Seiw](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Eden%20Seiw%20BW.jpg) Eden Seiw Chair Volunteer Committee About Eden Seiw INSERT TEXT HERE ### [Trevor Wright Volunteer Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-2module_1691103002326) Trevor Wright Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Trevor Wright INSERT TEXT HERE ### [Rob Dice Volunteer Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-3module_1691103002326) Rob Dice Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Rob Dice INSERT TEXT HERE --- #### Kitchener-Waterloo Business Connections ### [Kevin Litwiller Chair Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-1module_1691104165561) ![Kevin Litwiller Headshot-1](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Kevin%20Litwiller%20Headshot-1.jpg) Kevin Litwiller Chair Volunteer Committee About Kevin Litwiller [Visit Website](https://www.schooleymitchell.com/office/klitwiller/) ### [Melissa Small Volunteer Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-2module_1691104165561) Melissa Small Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Melissa Small --- #### Woolwich Business Connections ### [Steven Parker](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-1module_1691103193567)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-parker-29048963/) Chair Volunteer Committee ![Steven Parker BW](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Steven%20Parker%20BW.jpg) Steven Parker Chair Volunteer Committee About Steven Parker INSERT TEXT HERE [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-parker-29048963/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/steven.parker.338211) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/life.in.the.cpa/) ### [Esther Weber](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-2module_1691103193567)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-parker-29048963/) Volunteer Volunteer Committee ![Esther Weber](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Esther%20Weber%20BW.jpg) Esther Weber Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Esther Weber INSERT TEXT HERE [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-parker-29048963/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/steven.parker.338211) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/life.in.the.cpa/) ### [Gary Kilpatrick Volunteer Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-3module_1691103193567) ![Gary Kilpatrick Headshot](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Gary%20Kilpatrick%20Headshot%20BW.jpg) Gary Kilpatrick Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Gary Kilpatrick INSERT TEXT HERE --- #### Stratford Area Business Connections ### [Peter Pickett](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-1module_1691102887208)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-pickett-39821b30/) Chair Volunteer Committee ![Peter Pickett](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Peter%201.jpg) Peter Pickett Chair Volunteer Committee About Peter Pickett My wife and I moved to Tavistock in 2017 from Kitchener. Our children had all moved out and we wanted to find a simple life away from the bigger city life. I love getting involved in the community to meet the families and people around me. I joined the Tavistock Men's Club, and at the time, they were changing the secretary position of the club and when they asked if I would take on the role, I agreed and it looks like it has become a lifelong position lol. I am happy to be involved with the club and we have many events in the community that are well supported by it. My wife and I try to also support the local community by purchasing what we can in the area from farm fresh eggs, meats, vegetables etc. I also am involved with the Tavistock Chamber of Commerce to meet other local businesses. Professionally, I am a life insurance agent and also offer investment solutions. My approach is unique because I have a large shelf of offerings you will not find with traditional planners. The families and business owners who I support appreciate the fact that we cannot come to any solutions until we better understand the dynamics of the family and business to provide the right solution that supports the long-term view. My wife and I have fostered pets in the past, however, we currently do not own pets as we plan to travel more in the future! I consider myself to be a handy individual and love to tackle projects around the house even if I don't know what I'm doing…because at the end of the day, I love the challenge. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ *“I'm excited to be part of a team of great people to establish an East Zorra-Tavistock Business Connections chapter in our community because I love connecting and building relationships with business owners and local-area residents in addition to applying my solutions and engaging profession o can help me with my concerns. I enjoy attending the many community-based Meetups because you never know who you will meet, and it is always great to network with like-minded business owners.” and professionals* [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-pickett-39821b30/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/peter.pickett.165) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/instapetepe/) ### [Rob Puschelberg](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-2module_1691102887208)[Follow me on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-puschelberg-87374037/) Volunteer Volunteer Committee ![Rob Puschelberg](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Rob%20Puschelberg.jpg) Rob Puschelberg Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Rob Puschelberg [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-puschelberg-87374037/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/robbie.puschelberg) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/robpuschelberg/) ### [Manmeet Bedi Volunteer Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-3module_1691102887208) Manmeet Bedi Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Manmeet Bedi --- #### Cambridge Business Connections ### [Anna Aceto-Guerin Chair Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-1module_1717540129930) Anna Aceto-Guerin Chair Volunteer Committee About Anna Aceto-Guerin ### [Craig Macher Volunteer Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-2module_1717540129930) Craig Macher Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Craig Macher ### [Brenda Gingerich Volunteer Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-3module_1717540129930) Brenda Gingerich Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Brenda Gingerich ### [Brad Bonnell Volunteer Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-4module_1717540129930) ![Brad Bonnell Headshot](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Brad%20Bonnell%20Headshot.jpg) Brad Bonnell Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Brad Bonnell Brad Bonnell is the owner-operator of BB Carpentry, a residential renovation and general contracting company based in Cambridge, Ontario. With over a decade of hands-on experience in the trades, Brad built his business around a simple principle: done right the first time. He serves clients across the Waterloo Region, bringing the same care and attention to detail to his volunteer work with Locally Connected as he does to every job site. When I'm not working or volunteering, you'll likely find me out on the trails with my mountain bike, playing music, or spending time with my family. The quieter the trail and the louder the music, the better. I support the Locally Connected Community Hub because I believe it creates real opportunities for people to connect in meaningful ways, and I want to do my part in helping the organization grow into something the community can rely on. [Visit Website](https://www.bbcarpentry.ca/) [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/bbcarpentry17) [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/bradbcarpentry/) --- #### Paris Area Business Connections ### [Krysta Hajovic Chair Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-1module_1780086796677) ![Krysta Hajovic Headshot](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Krysta%20Hajovic%20Headshot.jpg) Krysta Hajovic Chair Volunteer Committee About Krysta Hajovic ### [Bryan Maude Volunteer Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-2module_1780086796677) ![Bryan Maude Headshot BW](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Bryan%20Maude%20Headshot%20BW.jpg) Bryan Maude Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Bryan Maude I am an entrepreneur, family man, and avid outdoorsman. All three of those things give me my passion for life. I love helping others when they need help. If I'm not at work you will most likely find me outside doing something I love with my kids. In the winter curling is my passion. When I'm not working or volunteering, you'll likely find me hunting, fishing , curling, or golfing. I support the Locally Connected Community Hub because I think it is important to have events that bring the community together to reach resources they didn't know they had. [Visit Website](https://www.adpluspromotions.ca/) #### Niagara Region Business Connections ### [Kathleen Taylor Co-Chair Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-1module_1780086831872) ![Kathleen Taylor](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Kathleen%20Taylor%20BW.jpg) Kathleen Taylor Co-Chair Volunteer Committee About Kathleen Taylor ### [Richard Reist Co-Chair Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-2module_1780086831872) ![Richard Reist](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/hubfs/Richard%20Reist%20BW.jpg) Richard Reist Co-Chair Volunteer Committee About Richard Reist ### [Ettiene Noel Volunteer Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-3module_1780086831872) Ettiene Noel Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Ettiene Noel ### [Tim Housser Volunteer Volunteer Committee](https://www.locallyconnected.ca/volunteer#inline-content-4module_1780086831872) Tim Housser Volunteer Volunteer Committee About Tim Housser --- #### Community Hub Ambassadors | Ambassador | Home Chapter | | --- | --- | | Angela Vieth | Kitchener Waterloo | | Gary Jones | Member at Large | | Hans Roach | Kitchener Waterloo | | Lee Lynhiavu | Kitchener Waterloo | | Stephen Brode | Eastbridge | | Tony Rossell | Cambridge | | Trevor Wright | Guelph |   Waterloo, Ontario [519-704-0866](tel:519-704-0866) [Follow us on Twitter](mailto:info@locallyconnected.ca) [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572395885956) [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.instagram.com/locallyconnectedcommunityhub/) [Follow us on LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/groups/7484018/) [Follow us on Facebook](https://www.youtube.com/@LocallyConnectedCommunityHub) [Follow us on Facebook](https://open.spotify.com/show/14gjHvHGR9PU8iXi8oGnhd) © 2023 Apex Events  |  Privacy Policy