Tech Futures: Empowering Indigenous Leaders of Tomorrow
Hosted at Microsoft Office (725 Granville St):
Join us for a transformative day of panel discussions, Tech Circle and networking opportunities tailored for Indigenous students and recent graduates interested in technology and entrepreneurship. This event brings together successful Indigenous leaders in the tech industry with our future leaders, featuring interactive panels and a mini career fair with leading tech companies.
Morning Sessions (9:00 AM - 11:30 AM): Indigenous Leadership in Tech
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM: Registration and light bites
8:30 AM - 9:25 AM: Welcome and Blessings
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM: Indigenous Tech CEOs Roundtable
Engage with CEOs from top Indigenous tech companies, including Jeff Ward from Animikii, Denis Carignan from PLATO, and Josh Nilson from Eastside Games, Anita Pawluk from RaceRocks, as they share their success strategies.
10:35 AM - 11:30 AM: Venture Panel
An interactive session with venture capitalists, Candice Loring from GenomeBC, Dominic Lau from Ripple Ventures, Carl Archie, and Stephen Narine from Raven Indigenous Capital Partners to learn about the world of venture and opportunities for Indigenous Peoples.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM: Networking Break & Lunch
This a valuable opportunity to connect with panelists and fellow participants.
Afternoon Sessions (12:30 PM - 4:30 PM): Careers in Tech for Recent Grads
12:30 PM - 1:15 PM: Careers in Tech
In-depth discussion on Careers in Tech from an Indigenous lens. We will celebrate Indigenous contributions to technology. This panel is will be led by Desmand King, Ryan St. Germaine, Emily McKee from RaceRocks, and Rob Shulz from Shop First Nations.
1:15 PM - 1:45 PM: Tech Circle with the founder Ryan St. Germaine
Dive into the Tech Circle, where students, panelists, and industry leaders discuss Simulated vs. Practical Experience and technology career development strategies. It is a prime opportunity for insights and networking. Led by Desmand King, & Rob Schulz from Shop First Nations
1:45 PM - 1:50 PM: Raffle Winners Announced
1:50 - 2:00 PM: Break
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM: Mini Career Fair
Meet and discuss career opportunities with top Indigenous and non-Indigenous tech companies. Attending Companies include some great companies, including RaceRocks, PLATO and MDA.
Event Highlights:
Specifically designed for Indigenous students, recent graduates, and early-stage founders.
Opportunities to network with industry professionals.
Direct hiring opportunities at our mini career fair.