Resilient Woman Program Launch: Meet & Greet

Schedule

Sat Oct 18 2025 at 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

The Garden Banquet and Convention Centre | Brampton, ON

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Get to know the powerhouse Entrepreneurship, Non-Traditional Careers, and Mental Health teams, and get inspired to rise up
About this Event

Join us for an inspiring Meet & Greet with powerhouse leaders who are shaping the future. This is your exclusive chance to connect one-on-one with experts and mentors who are passionate about helping you succeed.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, emerging leader, or simply looking for motivation and mentorship, this evening is designed to inspire meaningful conversations, spark new ideas, and open doors to growth.

This inspiring evening will:
✨ Introduce our Entrepreneurship, Mental Health Wellness, and Non-Traditional Careers expert facilitators
✨ Shine a light on the urgent need to end Gender-Based Violence (GBV)
✨ Share our core belief: the best way to empower a woman is to empower her economically πŸ’ΌπŸ’ͺ

🌟 Meet Our Expert Speakers 🌟

✨ Jacqueline Dixon – Award-Winning Speaker, Certified Sales Professional, and Founder of Meet the Motivators, with 25+ years of experience in sales, leadership, and personal transformation.
✨ Mark Lorray – Entrepreneur, Business Coach, and Co-founder of Excel. No Excuses., who turned $22.01 into a thriving business and now mentors others to unlock their potential.
✨ Sharifa Manning – Founder & CEO of The Customer Experience Architect Inc., with 25+ years of expertise helping businesses transform customer interactions into lasting relationships.

🌸 Alethia Cadore - Child/Youth Care Practitioner | Registered Psychotherapist | Mental Wellness Advocate

With over 20 years of experience in social services, clinical support, and facilitation, Alethia is a leader in helping Black communities and people of color heal from stress and trauma.

🌸 Donna Campbell - Mental Health Specialist | Founder of Campbell Coaching and Consulting Group

With more than 30 years in mental health, Donna is known for her bold, no-nonsense approach to breaking through emotional pain. A Registered Nurse specializing in Psychiatry and a Psychotherapist, she has worked everywhere from high-pressure ER crisis counselling to community consultation and leadership roles.

🌸 Sandy Maeck - Author | Life Coach | Speaker | Advocate

Sandy is a bestselling author, life coach, and founder of Empower You. A survivor of domestic violence and narcissistic abuse, she now helps others transform pain into power. Her signature topics include healing through writing, reclaiming power after trauma, and building resilience after divorce and abuse.

πŸ‘·πŸΎβ€β™€οΈ Desiree T. Smith – Journeyperson | Mentor | Equity & Inclusion Advocate

With over 11 years of experience, Desiree is a Double Journeyperson in Carpentry and Tile Setting, a trades instructor, and a recipient of the UBC Equity, Diversity, Inclusion & Accessibility Award of Excellence (2024/2025).

πŸ’» Tara Myshrall - Visionary Tech Leader | Empowerment Strategist | Enterprise Executive

With over 20 years of experience driving growth and transformation in enterprise technology, Tara has held leadership roles at global companies including Qlik, Talend, TIBCO, and Information Builders. Known for her people-first leadership style, she has scaled thriving teams, driven record-breaking customer engagement, and led high-impact digital transformations.

πŸ’¬ What to Expect:

  • Networking & one-on-one conversations with our featured speakers
  • A behind-the-scenes look at their journeys and lessons learned
  • Opportunities to ask questions and gain real-world insights
  • Inspiring conversation designed to spark growth and connection
  • Fabulous Thrift Sale
  • Light refreshments will be provided
  • Door prizes & raffles

Who Should Attend:

  • Entrepreneurs, small business owners, and side hustlers
  • Women looking to grow personally and professionally
  • Community leaders, mentors, and future motivators
  • Anyone who wants to connect with bold, inspiring changemakers

✨ Come for the wisdom, stay for the inspiration. This isn’t just a meet & greetβ€”it’s a chance to connect, reflect, and rise. All proceeds go to support the Resilient Woman Program!

πŸ‘‰ Reserve your spot today – space is limited!


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Where is it happening?

The Garden Banquet and Convention Centre, 8 Clipper Court, Brampton, Canada

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