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An Exclusive Pre-Conference Experience of Innovation, Impact, and Influence

Power & Presence sets the tone for the Leading Ladies Connect Conference by bringing together trailblazing women and community allies for an intimate, high-impact evening. Hosted in collaboration with Microsoft Reactor, this pre-conference event bridges the worlds of technology, leadership, entrepreneurship, and storytelling.

This event will feature bold conversations, innovative showcases, networking moments, and immersive experiences that celebrate the power of women who are driving impact in their industries.

📍 Venue: Microsoft Reactor Toronto
🎤 Format: Fireside chat, Lightning Talks, Interactive Panel & Networking

Agenda
5:30 PM - Registration & Networking
6:00 PM - Opening Remarks
6:15 PM - Fireside Chat – “Her Power, Her Platform”
A candid and unfiltered discussion with a dynamic female leader in tech or entrepreneurship who has turned her voice into a movement. Moderated by Abimbola Akinnuoye
6:30 PM - Lightning Talks – “Presence in Action”
Three 5-minute spotlight stories from women in tech, business, or creative industries, sharing a defining moment that shaped their leadership journey.
6:45 PM - Interactive Panel
Featuring mentors and Leading Ladies Connect alumnae on how women are leveraging technology and community to scale businesses and careers
7:30 PM - Open Networking
8:00 PM - Event closing

Who is it aimed at?
Women entrepreneurs, professionals in tech, innovators, community builders, and partners