The “F” Factor for IWM 2026

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Jennifer Prevost

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Feb 19, 2026, 8:49:26 PM (6 days ago) Feb 19
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From our friends at Bayview Yards
 
 
 
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Fierce. Fearless. Focused.
🗓️ March 9, from 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM EDT
📍 The RBC Foundry, Bayview Yards
🎟️ Free Admission  |  In-Person
 

Designed for entrepreneurs, business owners, and ecosystem builders, this energizing International Women's Month morning if focused on bringing together bold voices and real stories from women who are building, scaling, and leading impactful ventures. 

Join us to explore the real experiences behind ambition, failure, funding, flexibility, fortitude and everything in between, whether you’re launching your first venture or leading a growing organization. You’ll leave inspired, connected, and equipped with practical insight to move forward more fearlessly, with clarity and confidence.

You don't want to miss this dynamic half-day experience celebrating the forces that fuel women founders and leaders. 
 
Keynote Spotlight
 
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From Founder to Force: Scaling AI, Innovation, and Impact with Tara Akhavan
Help us welcome Tara Akhavan, powerhouse founder, AI innovator, and globally recognized technology leader, as our keynote speaker! As CEO of AI4Eyes, a Canadian health tech startup at the intersection of AI, SaaS, and vision science, Tara is redefining how technology enhances human experience and eye care. 
 
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Panel Discussion: Shaping the Future of Talent and Work
 
Featuring senior women HR leaders from high-growth technology companies to explore the evolving landscape of talent, leadership, and work. 

Together, they will unpack hybrid and in-person work models, balancing flexibility with performance, scaling culture, and building resilient, people-centred workplaces in a rapidly changing environment.
👀 Curious to know more about our panel lineup?
 
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Hosted by Invest Ottawa’s Venture Path
Designed to support high-growth founders as they build, scale, and lead successful businesses, the IO Venture Path provides entrepreneurs with access to expert mentorship, tailored programming, and a strong peer network, helping founders navigate complexity, accelerate growth, and make confident, informed decisions at every stage of their journey.
 
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See the full list of events or submit your own!
Discover a wide range of events happening throughout the month from webinars and workshops to conversations and celebrations! If you're already planning an event aligned with International Women’s Month, we’d love to help amplify it.
 
You can also stay connected throughout International Women’s Month bysubscribing to our mailing list, if you haven’t already. ✉️
 
 
 
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See you at IWM 2026!
 

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