Join us for the Halifax 2SLGBTQI+ Business Symposium on October 22nd, to be held at the Discovery Centre, Halifax!
Hosted by Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce, this event is designed by and for queer and trans entrepreneurs. It brings together business owners, allies, government bodies, corporations, and non-profits to create a supportive and inclusive space for growth.
The symposium features breakout sessions on essential business skills, trade booth exhibitions, and networking opportunities with like-minded individuals and potential partners. Attendees will learn about the $25M 2SLGBTQI+ Federal Entrepreneurship Fund, gain practical insights on financial management, branding, and more, and celebrate the achievements of 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs.
Whether you’re looking to scale your business, access funding, or start your entrepreneurial journey, this event is designed to empower you and foster collaboration within our community.
Register today – it’s free!
Thank you so much for your interest in the Halifax 2SLGBTQI+ Business Symposium. Due to overwhelming interest, the event is at capacity, but sometimes life happens and people who previously registered cannot attend. If some spots open up, interested wait listers will be contacted in the order that their forms are received: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=5txiXvI8e0Oe3P2sFbC5W-ERG_KTZEFGvt6z-HlX3L9UNlI4NFBBNEVMSEFRWFdVMDBTTE45V1FOQS4u&route=shorturl
Date: October 22nd, 2024
Time: 9:30am-5pm (ADT)
Location: Discovery Centre, 1215 Lower Water St, Halifax, Nova Scotia
8am – 9:15am: Registration, Breakfast, and Trade Show Exhibition Setup
9:30am – 9:45am: Opening Segment
9:50am – 11:10am: Panel Discussion
– “Queer Innovation: Navigating the Intersection of Identity and Business”
11:20am – 12:30pm: Morning Breakout Sessions
12:30pm – 1:15pm: Lunch
1:15pm – 2:15pm: Afternoon Breakout Sessions
2:15pm – 2:30pm: Coffee Break
2:30pm – 3pm: Procurement Assistance Canada Session
3pm – 4pm: Keynote
– “Building Resilient Businesses: Lessons from the Margins”
4pm – 5pm: Mingling and Eco-system Showcase
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