Our Board of Directors
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The Board of Directors provides leadership and oversight for Community Volunteer Connections, guiding the organization in fulfilling its mission to strengthen volunteerism and build connected, resilient communities across the Tri-Cities; Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam, and Port Moody, including surrounding areas.
As a governance board, our directors ensure that Community Volunteer Connections operates with integrity, accountability, and impact. They oversee policy and strategic direction, safeguard financial stewardship, and support the Executive Director and team in advancing programs that engage volunteers, empower nonprofits, and inspire community involvement.
Each board member contributes their unique experience and perspective to shape the organization’s priorities and uphold our commitment to inclusive, community-driven leadership.
If you would like to learn more about serving on our Board of Directors or joining one of our committees, please contact us to explore current opportunities.
Meet our board
Peyman Showleh – Director – Administration Coordinator, Post Secondary Educators of BC
Chris Johnson – Director – Operations Executive | Leading Business Transformations & Scaling
Elsie Decena – Director – Community Engagement Coordinator, ISS of BC.
Omar Hamadi – Director – Associate Director at Community Builders Group | Committed to Empowering Vulnerable Communities.
Pavel Lomonossov – Director – Managing Partner | Stealth
Samiya Rashmi Bishton – Director – Youth Program Leader | Association of Neighborhoods houses of BC
Uygar Gunay – Director – Senior Software Engineer | Technical Safety BC