In Celebration of Global Entrepreneurship Week, Vancouver Entrepreneurship Forum (VEF) is hosting – Entrepreneurship Thrives Here: The Toolkit Entrepreneurs Need to Lead in Today’s Economy.

Entrepreneurship is vital to Canada’s economic well-being. Startups are largely responsible for innovations that drive technological advancements and economic prosperity for society. The complexities of building and running companies require a unique set of skills to navigate constantly evolving landscapes and often include blazing new trails. Join us Nov 21st for our panel of fearless entrepreneurs as they share what’s the most important skills company builders need to succeed in today’s environment.

This VEF event is proudly sponsored by Northeastern University, our Lightning Pitch sponsor for the 2023/2024 season and the host of our November VEF event.

Speakers:

Moderator: Matt Carlson, Founder & Executive Managing Director, Floorspace, VEF Board Member

Panelists:

Kathleen Reid, Formerly, Founder & CEO, Switchboard PR (acquired by Earns Cliff Strategies), now the new Head of Corporate Communications, Abcellera

Edoardo de Martin, Co-Founder & CEO, Industrio AI

Cory Sivell, Co-Founder & CEO, Retreats & Venues – 1st Place Winner, NVBC Competition

Agenda:

• Networking 5:00 – 6:00 pm
• Lightning Pitches 6:00 – 6:15 pm
• Panel 6:15 – 7:00 pm
• Networking 7:00 – 7:30 pm