VSW — Talent Tech Spotlight: Startup Showcase & Demo Day
THIS EVENT REQUIRES A VSW ALL-ACCESS PASS.
Please purchase an all-access pass through the Vancouver Startup Week website and use the discount code VSWxNubel20 for 20% off your ticket!
Join Nubel and Vancouver Startup Week for an exciting afternoon as we feature 4 emerging startups transforming the talent acquisition and recruitment scene in Vancouver. These innovative companies will showcase and demo their products, tools, and solutions, offering a glimpse into the future of hiring and workforce technology.
This event is designed to connect builders with potential users, investors, and entrepreneurs seeking to start their own ventures. It will provide attendees with a curated look at the most exciting developments in talent tech, while keeping them up to speed with the newest trends and tools in the talent acquisition space. Whether you’re in HR, recruiting, tech, entrepreneurship, or investing, you won’t want to miss this unique opportunity to explore what’s new and next in the industry.
Schedule:
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm — Arrive & Networking
3:00pm - 4:00 pm — Startups present
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm — Open floor, questions & comments
4:30 pm - 5:00 pm — Networking
Special thanks to our location sponsors, Cornerstone Community College!
Seating is limited — first come, first serve!
Hear from our speakers
Daniel Shalinsky (Founder) — Withe
Daniel Shalinsky is the Co-founder and CEO of Withe, a Vancouver-based startup making Career Fairs data-driven, paperless, and effective.
Passionate about fostering innovation and community, Daniel is committed to empowering professionals and organizations across Canada.
Withe powers Career Fairs for organizations like the Alberta Chambers of Commerce, Northeastern University, and Tech Talent Canada.
To support Canadian job seekers during these challenging times, Withe recently launched HireNorth.ca—a nationwide campaign offering their software free to community organizations and employment centres.
Zi Jian Keni Luk (Founder) — 1nterview
Keni, born Zi Jian Luk, is a Vancouver-based entrepreneur, restaurateur, and father of two. He is currently serving as the CFO of Don at Kitsilano and Pokey Okey as well as the Founder/CEO of early stage tech startup 1nterview.com
1nterview is a one-way video interview platform which enables organizations to screen candidates on an impression-first basis
Kirsten Toth (Founder) — FreeAgent
Kirsten is a 2x Team Canada athlete and the CEO and founder of a Vancouver-based recruitment agency that has successfully staffed over 300 companies. She is committed to solving two of the greatest challenges in both competitive sports and business by offering a simple yet intuitive platform that supports athletes’ lives after playing.
Free Agent is an exclusive, invite-only career development, networking, and staffing platform designed specifically for athletes. Our mission is to support athletes in their transition from the playing field to the corporate world, empowering them to become leaders beyond sports. We provide athletes with the tools, support, and opportunities needed to leverage their skills in the business world.
Athletes possess exceptional qualities such as leadership, resilience, discipline, and teamwork. However, many struggle to find a clear pathway to transfer these skills into corporate careers. Free Agent was created to bridge this gap, ensuring athletes have the resources and connections they need to succeed in their next phase of life.""
Gabriela Arno (Community Lead) — Nubel
Gabriela is a Vancouver events manager/community builder and part of the Nubel team.
Nubel is a Vancouver-based startup that aims to revolutionize hiring by offering a human-first alternative through the use of video resumes and holistic hiring practices.