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Thursday, February 27
 

12:00pm PST

Building Inclusive Tech Requires Building Inclusive Teams No Spots Left
Thursday February 27, 2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm PST
Great tech doesn’t build itself—it takes diverse teams with bold ideas and open minds. But how do you create an environment where every voice is heard and innovation thrives?

Join us to explore how to foster inclusivity, challenge assumptions, and break down barriers that hold teams back. Walk away with strategies to boost collaboration, creativity, and impact—whether you’re leading the charge or contributing from the deck.

Let’s move beyond buzzwords and make inclusivity the anchor of great teams.
Moderators
avatar for April Hicke

April Hicke

Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer, Toast
With over 15 years of experience in leadership, mentoring, and strategic team development, I am the co-founder and Chief Growth Officer at Toast, a talent partner that works towards increasing gender diversity within the tech industry. As a Certified Change Practitioner and social... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Sonia Singh

Sonia Singh

National Sales Leader, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
In 2007, I applied for over 200 jobs and got ZERO call-backs, I was distraught. Fast-forward to today and I'm working with some of the brightest minds on the cutting edge of cloud technology. Today I help to lead AWS’s largest customer segment- ISV and DNB business in Canada. I... Read More →
avatar for Maya Toussaint

Maya Toussaint

Senior Manager, Global Social Impact & DIBE, Clio
I’m passionate about creating inclusive teams that drive innovation in tech. With over 18 years of experience working at organizations like LinkedIn, Shopify, and Amazon, and now leading Social Impact at Clio, a leader in legal tech, I’m always learning and sharing ways to make... Read More →
avatar for Dan Box

Dan Box

GM / VP EA Ventures, Electronic Arts
I'm passionate about the future of fandom and excited for the role that technology and entertainment have in shaping how the next generation of fans discover sport. I believe strongly that sports entertainment is increasingly competitive, fragmented, and expensive for fans to access... Read More →
Thursday February 27, 2025 12:00pm - 1:30pm PST
Amazon YVR26, aka The Post

4:00pm PST

Room Across from Coat Check - Boomers to Gen Z: Who’s Holding Us Back…and Who’s Got Our Back? | Presented by Wake Collective Few Spots Left
Thursday February 27, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm PST
From Boomers to Gen Z, we’re exploring the quirks, challenges, and hidden strengths shaping today’s workplace.
Is it all “OK, Boomer” and TikTok dances, or can we actually learn something valuable from one another? How can we break biases and foster collaboration across generations?

Let’s uncover how generational diversity can create stronger connections and a more thriving workplace. Spoiler: It’s not just about the age—it’s about the relationships we build!


WAKE Collective is a dynamic group of BIPOC women founders based in Vancouver, BC and West Coast of Canada.  Their mission is to elevate BIPOC women by increasing their visibility and community support through curated events where these founders can make valuable connections, amplify their voices and drive impact.
Moderators
avatar for Stephanie Chan

Stephanie Chan

Founder and CEO, myCareBase
I have been in the senior living industry since 2007, acting as an advisor and facilitator to families needing eldercare solutions for their senior loved ones. The most common challenges I help clients with include healthcare navigation, care planning, transition planning, and aging-in-place... Read More →
Speakers
avatar for Jaiya Varshney

Jaiya Varshney

Co-Founder, Tydra Labs
Jaiya Varshney is a co-founder of Tydra Labs, a materials innovation company leveraging biotechnology to transform waste into valuable, sustainable products. Coming from a background in impact investing, she is deeply passionate about sustainability and driving innovative solutions... Read More →
avatar for Rochelle Grayson

Rochelle Grayson

Founder, Mosaic Accelerator
Leveraging over 20 years of experience in business, technology, entertainment, and education, Rochelle launched the Mosaic Accelerator to support, mentor, and guide non-technical, BIPOC women founders in tech. Rochelle is also an Executive-in-Residence (EiR) with New Ventures BC... Read More →
avatar for Vidya Chamundeswari Narasimhan

Vidya Chamundeswari Narasimhan

Life Sciences Professional/Coach
As a scientist and STEM advocate with over a decade of experience, I’ve had the privilege of leading cross-generational teams, navigating diverse perspectives, and bridging generational gaps to foster collaboration. Having worked in academia, startups, and industry, I understand... Read More →
avatar for Mayumi Rollings

Mayumi Rollings

CEO/Co-Founder, Tiny Ghost Studios
Mayumi brings her financial expertise and passion for building inclusive workplaces to her role as CEO of Tiny Ghost Studios. She believes a company works best when everyone feels supported and heard, leading to natural creativity and innovation. Under her leadership, Tiny Ghost Studios... Read More →
Thursday February 27, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm PST
Amazon YVR26, aka The Post
 
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