Demetre A. Coles

Demetre was born and raised in Waterbury, Connecticut. He is a founding member of Waterbury Strong and has served as president since 2020. Demetre is currently a graduate student at Central Connecticut State University and Post University. Currently, Demetre works in the nonprofit sector working to end homelessness in Connecticut. Prior to serving as president and the creation of Waterbury Strong, Demetre served as a mentor through AmeriCorps and the BAGS Foundation serving “at-risk” youth. Demetre believes that Waterbury Strong will be an established entity and source of power for the Black Community in Waterbury for years to come.