Chau Lui is the co-owner of Paris Jewellers, a jewelry company founded by her mother, who immigrated to Canada from Vietnam. Arriving in Canada, the young family had hopes and dreams of a brighter future. Witnessing her mother’s work ethic.
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.
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®).
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.
Karen Olsson is a seasoned technology executive with over 25 years of proven success in delivering shareholder value and driving revenue growth across diverse sectors.
Ashley Ramsay is a highly accomplished entrepreneur, investor, and community builder, renowned for her passion for advancing women’s equity in business and entrepreneurship.
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.
Candace Giesbrecht, CPHR, ACC has been rallying people together to do good work her entire life. One of her greatest joys is to help individuals and teams thrive at work. With 25+ years of senior leadership experience.
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.
Aria is passionate about data and believes that combined with intelligent statistical and computational technologies, data hold the answers to many burgeoning questions facing multiple industries today.
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
Sherrone Blake Lobban is an award winning entrepreneur and former United Nations diplomat, known for her engaging keynote presentations and ability to break down complex concepts into relatable and actionable insights. She is a well known leadership and business strategist with over 25 years experience.
Anita Parker is a philanthropist and the visionary behind Wisdom Wealth Well-Being, an international platform dedicated to fostering community connections and a sense of belonging through impactful events and initiatives. With a passion for empowering others.
Michele Mateus is an award winning Portrait Photographer and Artist based in Vancouver, Canada. She’s a Brasilian Canadian, neurodivergent woman living with Multiple Sclerosis and is a newbie homeschooling mama to a neurodivergent son, who has taught me more in the 10 years he’s been alive than anyone else.
Gain insights from thought leaders on essential topics such as leadership, mental health, financial literacy, and entrepreneurialism.
Networking Time
Blessing
EMCEE
Opening Remarks
Keynote
Networking Time
Women’s Wellness
Grow & Thrive: Reframing Introverts into Powerhouse
Magnetic Communcation
Lunch
The Burnout Journey
AI Workshop
Building Sustainable Ecosystems in Business: Relationships, Resources & Practices.
Leadership
Financial Wellness
Networking Time
Networking Time
Marketing
Sales
Sales
Using Your Authentic Voice
Closing Remarks & Thank-yous
Networking & Cocktails
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