Milwaukee ACE Gives Back Q1 2025

Join us for the United Way Techquity Computer Distribution, an initiative designed to bridge the digital divide by providing no-cost laptops to those in need. As a volunteer, you'll have the opportunity to support individuals in registering for their computers, guide them through the distribution process, and assist with basic setup questions. This is a fantastic chance to make a tangible impact in your community. Your helping hands and friendly guidance can ensure that recipients start their digital journey with confidence.

Don't miss the chance to contribute to this meaningful cause and help your neighbors get connected. Whether you're tech-savvy or just eager to lend a hand, your efforts will be immensely valuable. Let's connect, empower, and make a difference together!

🌐 Be part of the digital revolution! Sign up now to volunteer at the Techquity Computer Distribution event at United Way. Together, we can close the digital gap and create a more inclusive community.

Volunteers should register for the event at both ace.atlassian.com and https://unitedwaygmwc.org/Volunteer/Techquity-Laptop-Distribution so we can plan accordingly.

Andrew and Amanda (Milwaukee ACE co-leaders) plan to volunteer for the March 6th 11:30-2:00 pm shift, but there are plenty of other options available in the coming months if you're looking to give back as well! 

Agenda

11:30 AM: Arrival

Brief Training by United Way Staff

12:00 PM:

Computer Distribution

12:30 PM:

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Hosted By

Andrew Zimmerman, Atlassian Community Events Leader

Amanda Barber, ACE Leader

Melissa Brown, Cleveland Community Leader

Hi - I’m Melissa!

A little bit about me…

I am originally from Dayton, OH and moved to Cleveland after falling in love with the city. My time in Cleveland has been anything but quiet. I’m very active in our community and quite often you can find me attending a sporting event, hiking in our parks, volunteering, or checking our many of our local restaurants or breweries.

Here are some quick highlights:

I am a certified Scrum Master, SAFe 6.0 Agilist, and SAFe 6.0 Lean Portfolio Manager

I am the Fundraiser Committee Chair for Shoes & Clothes for Kids and have been on the Associate Board as a leader supporting their mission for over 7 years

I am an avid Cleveland Guardians fan and had the opportunity to throw out the first pitch for one of the games.

For those of you who know Ohio.. do not get confused. I am NOT a Cleveland Browns fan I am a Cincinnati Bengals fan! I am still recovering from the heartbreak of the 2022 NFL Super Bowl LVI.

If you want to know more about me, just reach out!

Peter DeWitt, Chicago Community Leader

Greg Koeberl, Chicago Community Leader

Esther Strom, Chicago Community Leader

Kayla Baack, Chicago Community Leader

I grew up in MN, went to school in WI, and landed in Chicago where I'm happy to stay! I enjoy exploring the city with my husband and our wiener dog, Ollie. I spent 15 years in the Early Childhood Education field and transitioned into the tech world in 2023 where I am a part of the business team at Herzum. In my free time, I enjoy reading, traveling, shopping, and spoiling my dog!

Sam Nadarajan, Lansing Community Leader

Sam Nadarajan is an Atlassian Certified Professional with several years of experience using, configuring, training, and guiding organizations on the use of Atlassian products. He has helped multiple organizations (including his own) implement Atlassian products - resulting in cost savings, process optimizations, and smiling faces. When he's not doing Atlassian work, he likes to travel, cook, camp, hike, and be outdoors. Sam lives with his wife, toddler, and puppy in Michigan.

Kelly Nezwek, Lansing Community Leader

Ericka Kahler, Scrum master

Ed Gaile, Principal Solution Architect

Ed Gaile is a Principal Solution Architect at Appfire. He has over 20 years of experience in software development primarily in the healthcare insurance industry. His specialties include enterprise application design, DevOps, and change enablement optimization. He has been involved in the Atlassian eco-sphere for the past 12 years, including leading the Atlanta Atlassian user community for the past 10 years. In his spare time, he is a professional BBQ pit master.

Kim Euker,

Colin Helke,

Aaron Geister, SVP of Delivery

Marquita Pruitt, Global Atlassian Product Owner

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