Meet Our Volunteers at Innovation Works | Shawn

January 04

Where are you from and how did you land in London?  

I am from Richmond Hill, Ontario. I landed in London to be closer to my daughter.

Tell us about your education and professional background.

I did Interdisciplinary Studies at U of T and Economics at UWO and have over 20 years of experience in computer technology.

What cause are you most passionate about?

I deliver cream to local shelters so the most vulnerable can have a bit of cream in their coffee.

Why did you want to volunteer at Innovation Works? 

To gain more experience in administration.

What is the best thing that’s happened for you as a result of volunteering at Innovation Works?

I am able to use what I learned in school and gain valuable work experience, so I can be competitive in the world.

What’s the most interesting thing you’ve learned as a result of volunteering at Innovation Works?

Learning about business sciences.