DATE: November 10, 2021
TIME: 1:55 - 2:55 pm ET | 10:55 - 11:55 am PT
Let’s socially connect while physically distancing on November 10th, 2021. What better way to learn and connect than in themed, focused conversations.
What to expect? This virtual event is open to all attendees of WBE Canada’s 12th Annual Conference. We’ll have closed and open networking rooms available to help you build your rolodex, get support you need or ask your questions.
OPEN ROOMS
The WBE Canada Annual Conference is about building connections that will be there to support you throughout your business and career. Select the topic that interests you the most, bring your questions and enjoy the ride. Room capacity is limited to allow great conversations so you'll need to act quickly to claim your preferred spot. Available sessions:
Business Roundtable #1:
WBE Canada: Supplier Diversity Clinic
With Catherine Grosz & Jamie Crump
Review your supplier diversity program: troubleshoot, tweak strategies, get feedback. Open to ALL Corporate attendees
Business Roundtable #2:
Pivotal Growth: Leading Growth & Leveraging Capital
With Lisa Haydon & Karen Hutt
Lessons learned in leading growth and leveraging capital with Karen Hutt, Emera and Lisa Haydon, Pivotal Growth
Business Roundtable #3:
Government of Canada: Chat with Procurement Assistance Canada
With Delores Sui
Learn how to navigate the federal procurement process as a small business and how to benefit from this market.
Business Roundtable #4:
Global Affairs Canada: Grow your business with Canada’s Trade Commissioner Service
Learn what Trade Commissioner Services are available to Canadian companies looking to expand, including funding, business development programs and initiatives for WBEs.
Business Roundtable #5:
ventureLAB: Tech Undivided
With Heather Crosbie & Danielle Graham
Join us to learn how to grow and fund your women-led tech company
CLOSED-DOOR ROOMS
Being part of our community has its benefits! These closed-door rooms are available only to our certified WBE suppliers and Corporate Member community - limit of one participant per organization. These are ‘almost’ traditional roundtable meetings with the exception that instead of pitching your business to one company, WBEs will have the opportunity to pitch their business to multiple companies at once. We call it “Virtual Showcase”. These sessions must be pre-selected prior to the Conference - check our emails for instructions. Deadline: October 29, 2021
Business Roundtable #6:
Automotive & Industrial
- ABC Technologies
- ArcelorMittal Dofasco
- CHEP
- Hyundai Canada
- Magna International
- Toyota
Business Roundtable #7:
Financial
- BDC
- BMO
- EDC
- Home Trust
- RBC
Business Roundtable #8:
Tech & Telecom
- Bell
- Cogeco
- CTDI
- IBM
- TELUS
Business Roundtable #9:
Professional Services
- Accenture
- CBC Radio Canada
- Data CM
- EY
Business Roundtable #10:
Consumer & Business Products
- Cotton Candy
- Grand & Toy
- Staples Promotional Products
- TPS Promotions & Incentives
Business Roundtable #11:
Government, Construction & Energy
- BGIS
- City of Toronto
- CMHC
- Colliers Project Leaders
- Government of Canada (PSPC)
Tradeshow will be CLOSED during these sessions to allow exhibitors to participate and build connections.