JOIN US January 28 - February 1, 2019 FOR THE SECOND ANNUAL WOMEN IN TECH REGATTA WEEK IN VANCOUVER
Relationships are the True Currency. Find your tribe at the Women in Tech Regatta. From cryptocurrency to crying in the bathroom, polishing your startup pitch to why women turn on each other, we tackle the topics women in tech care about and we tackle them together. Each two-hour workshop features a hour of panel discussion from experts who share their insights. During the next hour attendees break into small groups to share their experiences and help each other to move forward. Men and women in any role and at any career level in tech are welcome. No dress (code) required. Have captivating conversations. Enjoy cocktails and candlelight meditation. Get headshots or headspace. Meet your new boss or your new best friend. Connect with 30 local and provincial women in tech groups, with senior execs and startup founders, investors and engineers.
WIT Regatta Agenda
MotherSHIP Main Event, Tuesday, January 29th 6pm-8pm A resource reception featuring over 30 orgs from our vibrant city that support women and girls in tech- all during one night, under one roof. Connect with industry leaders who can help you find new opportunities, provide you with valuable networking and powerful insights to push your career to the next level. Participate in a variety of exciting pop in events: virtual reality demo, résumé review & job seeking advice, candlelight meditation and workplace hacks. Connect with new and old friends at the connection cafe OR just relax while will sipping on drinks.
Port Tracks Choose from 30 workshop sessions at five different ports across the city.Sessions are grouped thematically so you can create a personalized itinerary in line with your interests.
Port 1: Tech Mavens. Deep dive into bleeding edge technologies from blockchain to quantum computing, and career issues from data ethics to growing as a coder. Port 2: Inclusive Culture and Allyship. How to build stronger, more diverse teams and be an effective ally and mentor. Port 3: Leadership. A diverse group of CEOs and leaders will talk multidimensional leadership, building credibility and why women turn on each other. Port 4: Startups. How to polish your pitch, succeed at your side hustle, build the right relationships and just jump in. Port 5: Career Acumen. Learn how storytelling, mentorship and meaningful connections can help you to meet your career goals and even change careers midstream.
Visiting from out of town? Our sponsor Delta Marriott is offering a special rate for our guests click here.
