Free Event, Hot Buffet.
Doors Open- 11:15 am
Keynote Speakers:
Sheena Brady, Tease & Founder’s Fund
Sheena Brady is the founder and CEO of Tease Tea, an all-natural and sustainably sourced loose-leaf tea company based in Ottawa, Canada with customers around the globe. She has since grown her side hustle into a multimillion-dollar award-winning company that serves customers in over 30 countries around the world.
Founders Fund is the first digital accelerator supporting members who are underrepresented, women identifying entrepreneurs during every stage of their journey. Members can access mentorship, resources, and non-repayable funding for their business.
Pierre Cléroux Vice President, Research and Chief Economist at BDC
Pierre leads a team of experts who analyze economic data to identify business and sector trends impacting Canadian entrepreneurs. A seasoned speaker, he helps business owners understand the risks and opportunities presented by the economic environment.
Mr. Cléroux is also responsible for providing economic analysis and advice to the Bank’s senior management team, and supervises all marketing and industry research activities. Over his 25-year career as an economist, he has held several influential positions that had a direct impact on entrepreneurs in Canada and abroad.