Arun Dawit

Arun Dawit is a co-founder of UrbanLogiq, a company focused on urban planning and smart city solutions.1 He brings a diverse background in business, technology, and communication to his role at the company.

Education and Expertise

Dawit holds an MBA from Deakin University in Australia and a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, Canada.1 This educational background has equipped him with a strong foundation in business management and effective communication.

Professional Experience

Political and Communication Background:

Before co-founding UrbanLogiq, Dawit gained significant experience in politics and communication:

• Served as a communications director for multiple political campaigns1
• Worked as a principal consultant at BARD Communications Inc
• Participated in various electoral campaigns, including West Vancouver-Sunshine Coast-Sea to Sky country Campaign and Surrey First Electoral Society

Consulting and Technology:

Dawit has also contributed to the technology and consulting sectors:

• Launched his own communications consulting firm1
• Worked as a consultant for real estate developers, assisting with city permitting, engineering, and zoning processes1
• Served as a member of the Smart Meter Communications Team at Accenture

Event Management:

His experience extends to event planning and management, having worked as the Event Services Supervisor for the Sport and Games Operations Division at the Vancouver Organizing Committee for the 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games (VANOC).

Role at UrbanLogiq

As a co-founder of UrbanLogiq, Dawit applies his expertise in technology, communication, and urban planning to help develop innovative solutions for smart cities and urban development.1 His diverse skill set and experience make him well-suited to address the complex challenges in these fields.