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"Normal" Isn't in Our Vocabulary, and Here's Why Ready to escape the 9-to-5 rut and forge your own path? Discover how Venture for Canada's Fellowship Program can be your launchpad to startup success and career freedom.
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Katie Dunsworth-Reiach: Scaling a Marketing Agency From 0 to $10 Million
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IWD 2024: Honouring VFC Alumni and Women's Contributions to Canada's Economy This International Women's Day (IWD), delve into the journeys of remarkable women who are VFC Alumni - pioneering change, overcoming challenges, and shaping a more inclusive future. Learn about their contributions and how you can play a part in supporting women entrepreneurs.
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#ATP22: Equitable Compensation 101 Venture for Canada's first All Things People was hosted virtually in March 2022, and welcomed nearly 300 attendees. Focused on implementing diversity, equity and inclusion best practices at startups, over 40 speakers hosted workshops, keynotes and networking sessions in 2022.
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5 Black-Owned Businesses to Watch in 2024 Explore the innovation and impact of five Black-owned businesses in Canada making significant strides in 2024, showcasing the vital role and creativity of Black entrepreneurs in enriching the Canadian economy.
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#ATP22: How not to F*CK up your Company's Culture in your Early Days Venture for Canada's first All Things People was hosted virtually in March 2022, and welcomed nearly 300 attendees. Focused on implementing diversity, equity and inclusion best practices at startups, over 40 speakers hosted workshops, keynotes and networking sessions in 2022.
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Ian Brooks: Revolutionizing Meal Kits with HelloFresh
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#ATP22: Is Work Working? Venture for Canada's first All Things People was hosted virtually in March 2022, and welcomed nearly 300 attendees. Focused on implementing diversity, equity and inclusion best practices at startups, over 40 speakers hosted workshops, keynotes and networking sessions in 2022.
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