One of the biggest barriers to supplier diversity for all Canadian businesses is a lack of awareness and understanding. Yet diversifying your suppliers can drive economic growth, promote innovation, foster inclusivity, and provide […]
Enjoy live music with fellow young professionals at Live in Lake Country! There'll be live music by Kandola Bros. and Mazacote. This is a free, public event put on by the District of Lake […]
Join us for a fantastic morning of networking at the Innovation Centre Roof Top in Kelowna! This event is brought to you in partnership with OYP (Okanagan Young Professionals), Innovation […]
Whether you’re an entrepreneur looking to test out your idea, or an established business looking for new opportunities, the Business Model Canvas is a brainstorming tool that provides a new way to look at your business. On August 23, we’re hosting Jessica Wicks from Accelerate Okanagan in our virtual WeCafé for an interactive session to explore this […]
Join us for an extraordinary celebration of achievements and excellence as we recognize our 2023 BDO Top 40 Over 40 honourees. Each of these 40 remarkable individuals have contributed to the community in the Okanangan and made a significant impact. Secure your tickets today to be a part of this inspiration event, where inspiring stores and […]
Interested in a career in animation? Okanagan College's Animation Studio is opening its doors to the public to learn about the animation diploma at OC. Alums and Second Year students will be providing tours of the studio and classrooms and answering questions. Everyone is welcome to attend this free community event. Location: Innovation Centre, Unit […]
Are you looking for new markets to expand your business globally or for new investment opportunities? Join our webinar on Untapped Markets for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) to discover unexplored territories with high growth potential, including Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Gain exclusive insights to better navigate the complexities of investing in emerging but often […]
It's August, so we're skipping the coffee and socializing over ice cream! Join us Downtown Kelowna as we grab a cone and meet great people! Connect with new friends and other young professionals at a casual, friendly social in-person, as we explore downtown Kelowna with ice cream in-hand! What to Expect We'll be meeting at The Sails (Abbott […]
Startup Drinks is back for an end of Summer celebration! Join Accelerate Okanagan and Startup Grind Kelowna for happy hour on Thursday, August 31st! No presentations, sales pitches, or stress—this event is a fun and casual networking opportunity with good conversations and great people. The best part? You don’t have to worry about the bill! Food […]
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2023 Workshops Are Open! All workshops are online from 9am – 3pm. 4 dates to join: Wednesday, June 28; Thursday, September 7; Friday, October 20; and Monday, December 4. REGISTER HERE If you’re starting a new food and beverage business, the Grow Your Food Business workshop is essential to keeping your business out of the weeds […]
Business Process Improvement is an initiative to increase efficiencies in your company. So, if you’re looking to reduce your departmental costs, increase your production / service output, or standardize your business processes, you’ll love the actionable techniques in this webinar. Key Takeaways: What is Business Process Improvement 5 Step to Implement Successful Business Processes: Mapping […]