I work out of my home, which can be an isolating thing, and this is an amazing way to meet other women entrepreneurs so we can compare and contrast our business issues. I am just excited by the number of women in our community who are running their own businesses! -Sarah Zimmerman, saz communications, Terrace BC-
Taking the Stage® Facilitators
Each of these women is a leader in their community and a representative of the Taking the Stage® program. They were selected specifically for their leadership experience and qualities to offer this program to other women who want to become more comfortable in the spotlight and better influence and inspire others.
Each facilitator will share their experiences and knowledge and lead engaging group discussions to assist women in business to achieve a dynamic leadership presence.
Ann Condin, Cook’s Ferry Indian Band, Spences Bridge
Ann Condin is passionate about breaking down the barriers to education and finding jobs in her small community of Spences Bridge. ...more
Betty Barton, Barton Constuction Terrace
Betty Barton, winner of the 2006 Female Innovator of the year at the Northern BC Today’s Women Awards, is a woman of many talents. ...more
Carmie Minnabarriet, All Nations Development Corp, Kamloops
Carmie Minnabarriet counsels entrepreneurs in their business start-ups and expansion as a Business Development Officer with All Nations Development Corporation. . ...more
Carrie Gallant, Gallant Solutions, Vancouver
Carrie Gallant followed her passion in life, and as a result, she’s experienced great success. Founder of Gallant Solutions Inc. in Vancouver ...more
Doreen Rosvold, Kelowna community Resources, Kelowna
As a Settlement Worker in Immigrant Services for Kelowna Community Resources (KCR), Doreen Rosvold is committed to helping new immigrants find the information and services they need to become self-employed ...more
Janice Alpine, Kootenay Aboriginal Business Advocates Society, Cranbrooke
Janice Alpine is the prime example of a confident woman unafraid to use the power of her voice. “Making a point to voice my opinion and ensure my message comes across well is more than important to me,” says Alpine. ...more
Jennifer Gallic, Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Development Corporation, Port Alberni
Nothing has ever stopped Jennifer Gallic from accomplishing the challenging goals she sets for herself. Gallic is currently a Business Service Officer with the Nuu-chah-nulth Economic Development Corporation in Port Alberni. ...more
Jill Bain, Kootenay Aboriginal Business Advocates Society, Cranbrook
Jill Bain enjoys the challenge of entrepreneurship, not only for herself, but for others as well. As a Business Advocate for Kootenay Aboriginal Business Advocates Society in Cranbrook, she provides economic development services to her Aboriginal clients. ...more
Kathryn Moen, Moen Consulting, Port Moody
In 2002, Kathryn Moen took charge of her twenty year marketing career and leapt into entrepreneurship with Moen Consulting, a B2B marketing outsource partner in Vancouver which caters to the needs of small and mid-sized companies. ...more
Lillian Mukanzu, Vancouver Coastal Health, Port Moody
Talk about pursuing your passion! Lillian Mukanzu has literally traveled around the world to find a job she loves in healthcare.. ...more
Lynn Robinson, The Robinson Group, White Rock
Lynn Robinson is a true entrepreneur in every sense of the word. Not only is she the owner and founder of The Robinson Group in White Rock, but she’s also an influential keynote speaker and author. ...more
Marilyn Strong, The Strong Communication Group, Kelowna
Marilyn Strong is an innovative marketing strategist, trainer and facilitator. Her expertise in combining technology with strategies for growing strong businesses has benefited clients in agriculture, tourism, hospitality, retail and high tech industries. ...more
Patti Phillips, Kootenay Aboriginal Business Advocates Society, Cranbrook
As the Interim Manager at Kootenay Aboriginal Business Advocates Society, Patti Phillips strives to provide her business owner clients with the best possible chance to succeed.. ...more
Paulette Flamond, Northeast Aboriginal Business & Welness Centre, Fort St. John
As an experienced small business owner and operator, Paulette Flamond has worked for over fifteen years providing economic development in Fort St. John. ...more
Pauline Terbasket, Okanagan Nation Alliance, Westbank
Working to promote sustainable economic development, Pauline Terbasket of Westbank has committed herself to tackling issues confronting the growth and wellness of Indigenous citizens. ...more
Robyn Samuel, Nuu-chah-nulth Employment & Training,
Port Alberni,
A background in child and youth care has led Robyn Samuel to a career in Employment Counseling for the Nuu-chah-nulth Southern Region in the Port Alberni area. ...more
Victoria Oppertshauser, Inter-cultural Women’s Educational Network, Kelowna
As a first generation immigrant, Victoria Oppertshauser understands how difficult it can be to start again in Canada. The Co-Founder and Director of the Inter-cultural Women’s Educational Network (IWEN) ...more
