Our Founders
Visionaries leading our community
Richard Sawatsky
AI Architect & Cybersecurity Lead
Founder of AlfredAI and ZolaPress, Richard builds automation and digital infrastructure powering small-town entrepreneurship across Atlantic Canada.
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Davis Flanagan
Retail & Hardware Operations
Owner of Mega Food Equipment and co-founder of Shediac Data & Device, Davis supports local startups through shared retail infrastructure and mentorship.
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Nicki Z
Creative Director & Marketing Strategist
Founder of Juice by NickiZ, she brings creative energy to local branding, events, and influencer marketing for small businesses.
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Linked ventures, collaborators, and brand families
ZolaPress
AI-integrated static site platform powering local business websites and automation.
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Shediac Data & Device
Repairs, data recovery, and mobile tech sales for the greater Shediac region.
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Island Studio Solutions
Audio, video, and multimedia design for local creators and small businesses.
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WorkBridge
Connecting local talent to flexible micro-gigs, tech support, and mentorship opportunities.
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CivicTech Moncton
Community tech initiative supporting open data and local problem-solving.
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A living directory of founders and linked ventures. Logos and links update automatically as new profiles are added.
The Founders Network
A federation of innovators, small business owners, and local allies who share infrastructure, expertise, and creative energy to grow together.
Why It Exists
- To showcase the people and partnerships behind the Shediac tech movement
- To provide visibility for local ventures that collaborate or share DNA through ZolaPress
- To create a transparent map of our growing ecosystem
- To make it easy for customers, investors, and media to see our collective impact