ALPFA Vancouver Chapter Launch
About this Event
Please note: ticket prices are in USD.
What is ALPFA?
ALPFA (Association of Latino Professionals For America) connects more than 100,000 Latinx professionals and students across North America through leadership, professional growth, and community.
Vancouver joins Toronto, Montreal, and Calgary as ALPFA’s fourth Canadian chapter building local connections within a growing international network.
Our vision is to redefine what networking means.
We believe meaningful professional relationships, much like good friendships, are built through time, intention, and mutual investment. It’s about shared values, common interests, and making time to support one another’s growth and celebrate each other’s success.
We’re launching this community in Vancouver with two speakers who will help lead ALPFA Vancouver’s programming for entrepreneurs and professionals alike.
Luis Juárez is CEO and Managing Partner of Inside View Global, with over 15 years of experience in the Microsoft technology ecosystem. His journey has taken him across Mexico, Australia, and Canada, where he's built businesses, connected entrepreneurs, and created communities that bring people together.
Karen Menjivar Garcia is Vice President, Commercial Banking at RBC, with nearly 20 years of experience across global and Canadian financial institutions. From navigating the global financial crisis at Citigroup to leading commercial banking teams in Vancouver, her career reflects a strong commitment to leadership, developing talent, and creating opportunities for others.
Agenda
🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:45 PM
Arrival & Welcome
Info: Enjoy a complimentary welcome drink and meet fellow guests before the program begins.
🕑: 05:45 PM - 06:30 PM
Introducing ALPFA Vancouver
Host: Rafael Posada
Info: Rafael Posada shares the purpose behind ALPFA Vancouver, introduces the founding board, and welcomes our community partners and tonight’s speakers, all helping build a community rooted in connection, opportunity, and belonging.
🕑: 06:30 PM - 06:45 PM
Career, Identity & Belonging
Host: Karen Menjivar
Info: Karen reflects on her career journey and how her sense of identity has shaped her path, choices, and connection to the communities around her.
🕑: 06:45 PM - 07:00 PM
Entrepreneurship Across Borders
Host: Luis Juarez
Info: Luis shares his journey as an entrepreneur across different countries and communities, reflecting on the relationships and experiences that have shaped his career.
🕑: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Community & Conversation
Info: Meet our speakers and board members, enjoy delicious bites and drinks, and experience live music by Salvadoran flamenco guitarist Balam and Argentinian singer Dario!
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 18.02 to USD 35.05
