Become a Speaker
Applications are now officially open
Boundless Opportunities
Showcasing Impact, Unlocking Opportunities
This year’s WBE Canada National Conference embraces Boundless Opportunities, bringing women-owned businesses together to innovate, grow, and seize new experiences. Through collaboration, strategic discussions, and actionable takeaways, the conference acts as a national growth accelerator and introduces leading procurement opportunities.
We are also seeking success stories from the WBE Canada community. Share your journey, celebrate your accomplishments, and highlight how your certification has advanced opportunities for you in supply chains.
Conference Topics
Select the topic of interest you would like to present on in the application form
SELECT ONE
Available Speaking Formats
Interactive Breakout Session
We are seeking industry and category experts with strong presentation skills who can provide interactive and insightful sessions tailored to our diverse audience.
- Duration: Sessions will be 30-40 minutes with an additional 5 minutes for sponsor remarks and speaker introduction
- Each session should be interactive, engaging, and full of practical takeaways
- Your topic should appeal to small businesses, corporate representatives, or government officials
Panelist
WBE Canada’s 17th Conference will feature multiple panels where industry leaders and WBEs share insights and success stories.
- Duration: 45 minutes
- Supplier Inclusion Innovation – Corporate Members discuss progress in supplier inclusion programs, recent improvements impacting suppliers, success stories, and new initiatives
- WBE Panel – Certified WBEs share inspiring success stories, innovative solutions, and how they are transforming their communities
Moderator
Our Moderators are highly engaging individuals with great understanding of business, community and sense of humour.
- Duration: Typically between 45-60 minutes
- Must be comfortable facilitating discussions and managing live audience interactions
- Should be able to navigate in-the-moment scenarios with confidence and humour
Case Study
We're seeking great case studies - examples of what innovative approach you implemented, or what interesting approach you have to introduce to the community. Case studies should be concise, data-driven, and impactful.
- Duration: 15-20 minutes
- Select a relevant and engaging case study that aligns with the conference theme
- Ensure your presentation is packed with data and key takeaways
Lecture Keynote
Our keynote speakers are experienced and engaging presenters able to motivate, inspire and connect with the audience.
- Duration: 30-50 minutes
- Select a relevant conference topic from the section above
- Include a video sample in your submission that leaves evaluators in awe (any format)