A Better Future for All

Marina Korneeva is a multi-talented entrepreneur with nearly 20 years of experience in design and technology. She has led high-performing design and development teams and spearheaded user experience efforts for major Canadian banks, government agencies, and other organizations. Marina is also a pioneer in eCommerce, having worked on online projects since 2002, and is the founder of iCraft and IndigeneArts marketplaces.

With a deep belief in using technology as a force for good, Marina’s work at "A Better Future For All" focuses on solving longstanding societal challenges through innovation and community participation. She began as a volunteer assisting Ukrainian newcomers to Toronto, where she helped with housing, employment, and donations, while also documenting their stories. Her current focus is on the development of social clubs like Posiden'ki, which was featured in the Toronto Star.

Marina is also leading the work on a mobile app designed to prevent homelessness and help those in crisis. She applies design thinking to create meaningful, user-centric experiences that not only improve lives but also drive social change. With a commitment to fairness, transparency, and community-driven solutions, Marina is dedicated to making the world a better place through the power of technology.


Peter Tomlinson, B.A., LL.B., is a lawyer in Toronto. After graduating from Osgoode Hall, Peter articled at a top Bay Street law firm. He then owned and operated a busy law practice for 10 years before joining Wolters Kluwer as a writer-analyst after his children were born. Since then, he has published several books and contributed to many of the publications used by lawyers and accountants across Canada. Peter has always had a passion for fighting injustice and combating poverty. As his children grew up, he looked for ways to follow his passions and co-founded "A Better Future For All" with his friend Marina Korneeva. Together, they work towards improving the lives of Toronto’s most vulnerable using determination, dedication, and the latest technology.