TechTO features in-depth conversations with technology leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs. Our TechTO: Together series gives access to exclusive venues, speakers, food, and more!
WHERE: Flex Space (5th floor) at TELUS Building
ADDRESS: 510 W Georgia St, Vancouver, BC V6B 0M3, Canada
WHEN: October 24th, 6PM - 9PM PST (Doors open at 6PM)
Success is not linear. Even the most dynamic leaders experience challenges and setbacks. However, in those experiences, there is much lesson and opportunity to redefine our strategies and TechTO showcases the complexities that make the journey all of what it is.
TechTO is curated to bring you inspirational stories where you can learn practical tips from leaders who have dreamed, struggled, and ultimately persevered. Our conversation with our guests typically reviews their career journey, the early days of their company, lessons from scaling and a few fun personal questions.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
- Inspiring presentations on lessons learned
- Fireside discussions exploring the stories behind the success
- food and drink (included in your ticket price)
- 250+ community members
SCHEDULE:
6:00 pm — Doors open and networking
7:00 pm — Community open mic, speaker presentations, & Fireside chat
8:30 pm — Continued networking
9:00 pm — End of the event
Ticket Policy: Tickets for this event are non-refundable and non-transferable.
Daniel Eberhard
Founder & CEO of KOHO
Daniel Eberhard has built his career as an entrepreneur by finding ways to create scalable mission-driven companies. In 2010, he co-founded Kineticor Renewables, a wind energy company which developed $50M dollars in wind projects. The company was acquired by Algonquin Power (AQN:TSX). In 2014, Daniel Eberhard founded KOHO, the leading Canadian challenger bank which has raised more than $300M on the path to democratizing access to the best financial products.
Tanis Jorge
Co-Founder at Trulioo
Tanis Jorge is a serial tech entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience, cofounding and scaling multiple successful, data-driven businesses. Notably, she co-founded Trulioo in 2011, serving as COO and helping it achieve "unicorn" status by 2021. A recognized expert on cofounder partnerships, Tanis authored The Cofounder's Handbook and founded The Cofounder's Hub, focusing on fostering productive, symbiotic cofounder relationships for long-term success.
Nabi Awada
Founder & CEO at Kartera
Nabi is an experienced leader in the fintech industry with more than 20 years of experience and with a history of driving innovation and growth at companies such as Rappi, Monzo, and Revolut. He is the founder and CEO of Kartera, an alternative payments and customer loyalty platform. With almost two decades of experience in the space, Nabi is committed to using technology to democratize access to financial services and create a better customer experience. Before founding Kartera, Nabi served as the Global Chief Product Officer at Rappi, where he helped raise nearly $3.4 billion to build challenger banks and credit programs throughout Latin America.
Jamieson Fregeau
Co-Founder & President at Quandri
Jamieson Fregeau studied computer engineering at the University of Victoria, specializing in computational intelligence. He co-founded Quandri with his brother Jackson to revolutionize operational efficiency in the insurance industry. Their goal is to free insurance professionals from repetitive tasks through intelligent automation and empower them by unlocking important client data. As a co-founder and leader, Jamieson has played a key role in positioning Quandri as a critical solution for brokerages seeking to boost productivity and streamline operations. In his free time, he enjoys skiing, hiking, and reading by the lake, drawing inspiration from nature to fuel his professional endeavors.
Alex Norman
Co-Founder of TechTO & AngelList Canadian Partner
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