Building in Ottawa: Women Shaping the Future of Innovation
Ottawa is home to a growing community of innovative and resilient women leading the charge in technology and entrepreneurship.
Building in Ottawa: Women Shaping the Future of Innovation brings together a dynamic group of local female founders to share their experiences, challenges, and triumphs in building and scaling tech ventures.
Moderated by Liisa Johns, Strategic Biotech Consultant, this panel will dive into the realities of being a female founder in Ottawa’s tech ecosystem.
Expect honest conversations about breaking barriers, accessing funding, building diverse teams, and leading with impact.
Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a seasoned tech professional, or simply curious about the evolving landscape, this session offers inspiration and practical insights from women shaping the future of tech in Ottawa.
Speakers are:
Jennifer Francis, Co-founder of SheBoot, where she helps women founders from across Canada to pitch their business and secure investment.
Yoobin Lee, CEO at Quip Medical, the one-stop shop for billing optimization and automated medical clinical documentation.
Sandra Veledar, CEO at I.Liv Performance Inc., which empowers and equips leaders with a robust toolkit to thrive amidst the demands of modern work and life.
Tech Thursday is a space for real conversations—no sales, no fluff. Just smart people talking about what actually matters in tech and business, especially for those building in Canada.
Note: Tech Thursday is not connected to Wesley Clover’s awesome Tech Tuesday events. But we’re big fans of what they do! Check them out here: wesleyclover.com/events/techtuesday