As one of Canada’s most popular speakers, award-winning author, and communication strategist, Sandy Gerber delivers her engaging Magnetic Communication talk empowering people to ignite the power of their own communication – to change their relationships, businesses, and lives.
Ashley Ramsay is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, investor, and community builder, renowned for her passion for advancing women’s equity in business and entrepreneurship.
Rachael holds a BA in Political Science from the University of Victoria and is a lawyer with a Masters of Law (LL.M.) from Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto. bShe spent years on Parliament Hill in various policy roles for Members of Parliament, Ministers and Senators.
Meet Assetou Coulibaly, a visionary creator who seamlessly transitions between the realms of design and project management. By day, she orchestrates process improvement initiatives and launches major projects.
Michelle Puffer is a results-driven leader with extensive experience in strategic planning, organizational development, human resources and financial management. With a proven track record of successfully leading teams to achieve organizational objectives.
Harmony Ziegler M.Sc., RCC, Registered Clinical Counsellor | Somatic Therapeutic Coach | Founder of Akoya Lifestyle & Wellness Therapy. Harmony specializes in personal growth, self-inquiry, and trauma-resolution for mindful leaders, entrepreneurs and game-changers.
Kelsey Pringle is a prominent figure in the marketing realm, serving as the Co-Founder of both Empower Women Canada and Empowered Marketing and Consulting.
Preet Brar is a seasoned executive and global product leader with a proven track record of developing and executing integrated strategies across North America, Europe, and Southeast Asia. Her work has driven substantial top-line revenue growth.
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Lisa is passionate about helping clients achieve financial success and understanding. With an educational background in finance and multiple designations, including Chartered Investment Manager (CIM®) and Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU®).
Kelly Masson is a Business Advisor with WeBC, where she works with women business owners to help them achieve their entrepreneurship goals. As a business lender, she helps businesses put together their ‘funding puzzle’ to help turn business dreams into reality.
From Vancouver, Amber graduated from Simon Fraser University with a Bachelor of Business Administration. After extensive experience working as an in-house HR Executive, Amber co-founded Hydra with the mission to support small to medium-sized organizations take their businesses to the next level.
Ali Assu is a highly accomplished Indigenous entrepreneur and community connector. Building spaces and amplifying voices for BIPOC women in business.
Alex Carnio is the CEO and Founder of ProducKIDvity, Kelowna’s first childcare academy and co-working center that aims to solve the challenges that working parents face.
Maria is a skilled and enthusiastic leader, educator and facilitator with over a decade of experience in the mental and community health fields. Her journey is marked by a profound dedication to enhancing crisis care reform, training diverse groups on de-escalation, uplifting the voices of those who have experienced challenges in mental health systems.
Donna Hais is the Owner and General Manager of R. W. (Bob) Wall Ltd., a leading commercial construction contractor on Vancouver Island. The company’s projects have included professional offices, hotels, pubs, restaurants.
Lauren Semple is a dynamic force at the intersection of inclusion, advocacy, community projects, and the arts. As the President of the Nanaimo Pride Society, Lauren dedicates their volunteer efforts to fostering diverse and vibrant communities, planning epic Pride celebrations.
Colby was commissioned by the Supreme Court of Canada in 2022 to act as a Notary Public in B.C. Colby is the owner and Notary at Colby Marie Notary Public where she takes a unique approach to Estate Planning by incorporating her financial advising knowledge and her law education to coach clients to be set up for success.
Founders of Mint Cleaning located in Ucluelet, BC. We met at a Mom group in 2016, it was friendship at
first sight and business partners the following day. We started a cleaning company that became an overnight success with a full team servicing vacation rentals, and residential and commercial cleans.
As Co-Founder of Dense Breasts Canada, Michelle’s personal journey with breast cancer led to significant changes in breast health awareness. Identifying a critical gap in breast cancer screening protocols related to breast density.
Jennifer Hufnagel, Operations Consultant & AI Futurelab Trainer, has 25 years of experience in systems, training, and operations. Known for her enthusiasm and “get stuff done” attitude, she has worked with solopreneurs, 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, Hootsuite, 2010 Olympic & Paralympics Winter Games and co-created the DER3 “getting digital” Program in BC.
Tammy Rea, based in Vancouver, BC, CA, is currently a Regional Manager, Women in Enterprise at TD at TD, bringing experience from previous roles at TD Canada Trust, TD, Urban Development Institute – Pacific Region and Surrey Board of Trade.
Grada joined RBC in 2001 and transitioned to investment management in 2008, amidst the challenges of the global financial crisis. She is passionate about relationships, leading her career to evolve alongside the needs of her clients. In 2013 she started working on business owner planning in Vancouver.
For more than 25 years Mathilde has been a leading voice, performance and speaking coach in Canada. Mathilde combines neurobiology, art, mindfulness and play, to help her clients realize their full vocal potential. She believes “when our voices are truly connected to our intention, our voice is clear, impactful and potent.”
Joanna is the go-to strategist when companies, organizations, and funders want to weave social purpose and sustainability right into their core. With a passion for turning visionary ideas into impactful realities, Joanna champions innovative solutions that bolster businesses to drive profound social change.
BDC is a crown corporation that is devoted to helping the doers, dreamers, and go-getters. We advise, we lend to and invest in Canadian business. Our focus is to help women grow their businesses faster and to do it more profitably…because we believe women entrepreneurs represent a remarkable resource for our country.
As an Investment Advisor with an inter-generational wealth management practice, I take the time to listen and understand each client and their financial situation to provide them with easy-to-understand solutions to fit their needs. I strive to offer objective holistic, client focused solutions for investment management, retirement & tax planning, business succession, estate and wealth transfer planning.
Julie Sperber is a successful entrepreneur and leader in community economic development with extensive experience in hospitality, non-profit, and manufacturing sectors. As a former studio artist, gallery manager and restaurateur.
An educator for 35 years, and former member of Canada’s Commonwealth, World and Olympic gold medal rowing teams (1983 to 1992), Dr. Jennifer Walinga draws on her personal, professional, and educational experiences when facilitating problem solving and leadership processes in organizations and communities.
A Digital Marketing professional with a background in MBA. My wonderful travels have given me 14+ years of great work experience in different fields across the USA, UAE, and Canada. Looking for an opportunity where I can continue to utilize and develop my skills to advance my career within the marketing industry – ideally in a sustainable and socially responsible environment.
As a dedicated Money Mindset Coach for women entrepreneurs and high achievers, Janeen is passionate about empowering women to break free from financial limitations and achieve their dreams. Janeen’s mission is to help you not only cultivate a powerful relationship with money but also to shatter the limiting beliefs that hold you back, paving the way for confidence, freedom, and endless opportunities.
Gain insights from thought leaders on essential topics such as leadership, mental health, financial literacy, and entrepreneurialism.
Engage in deep exploration and problem-solving within smaller groups, fostering meaningful connections and collaborative solutions.
Blessing
EMCEE
Founder Story & Sponsor Thank-You
Magnetic Communication
Engage in deep exploration and problem-solving within smaller groups, fostering meaningful connections and collaborative solutions.
Launch to Legacy
Business Plan Development
Privelege on the Dance Floor
Financial Wellness
Dense Breast Canada
Fair Care Alliance
Artifical Intelligence Fireside Chat
Women in the C Suite Declining
The Mindful Female Leader
Financing Options & the Funding Puzzle
Harnessing the Power of Social Media for Brands
Social Impact/Sustainability
Leading Change – Management with Joy
LGBT2SQiA+ Allyship
LGBT2QiA+
LGBT2QiA+
HOLD
BC CPA
Voice Coach
Radical generosity circle
Closing Remarks & Thank-yous
Closing Remarks & Thank-yous
The EMPOWER Women Canada team gratefully acknowledges that we are privileged to conduct our operations on the traditional, unceded, and ancestral territory of the Coast Salish peoples. We recognize and respect the enduring connection that the Coast Salish peoples have with their land, and we express our gratitude for the opportunity to work on this land.
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