Erin is an Entrepreneur-in-Residence and Certified Investor Q&A™ Trainer and Advisor based out of Vancouver. Her commitment at WeBC is to help women raise more in investment by mastering Q&A conversations with investors.

After graduating from the University of Victoria with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Finance, she relocated to the UK and gained valuable experience in the Institutional Equity Division at Morgan Stanley. During her time on the Venture Capital team at ?What If! Innovation her passion to work with start-ups was ignited, and has been her focus over the last 12 years.

Since returning to Canada, she has been involved with successful women-driven start-ups and continued her education by completing the Accounting for Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses course at Capilano University. She is also an active member of the Women’s Equity Lab Vancouver—a collaborative group of diverse women investors.

As part of the WeBC team, Erin provides continued support to women entrepreneurs with their equity funding puzzle and promote equal representation in the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Alice is the co-founder of Atome Bakery, an innovative online bakery delivering ready-to-bake artisanal sourdough bread and pastries directly to customers’ doors across British Columbia, Alberta and the State of Washington. Originally from France, Alice brought her deep-seated love for traditional French baking to Canada, where she and her partner Lucas have created a business that combines authenticity with convenience.

Atome Bakery’s unique bake-from-frozen proofed dough concept, commitment to using only natural and wholesome ingredients, and innovative delivery system has created a niche in the market: an alternative to highly processed bread, even if you don’t live next to an artisan bakery. Now, your bakery is at home.

Samantha is the dedicated owner of Evolution Equestrian Co, nestled in Courtenay, BC. She has a passion for all things equine and specializes in providing top-notch new and used tack for riders and their beloved horses. Samantha takes immense pride in being an integral part of the equestrian community, offering not just products, but also valuable insights and support to fellow enthusiasts. Her commitment to assisting people in their journey with horses shines through both in her welcoming store located at 5352 C North Island Hwy, Courtenay and on her globally accessible website, where she ensures that riders worldwide can find the perfect gear for their equine adventures.

Follow along at @EvolutionTack on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Youtube

www.EvolutionTack.ca

Aki is the Founder and CEO of Save Da Sea Foods, which specializes in the production of plant-based seafood crafted from whole foods. Their mission is to contribute to the preservation of our oceans by offering delightful and convenient alternatives, and empowering consumers to make sustainable dietary choices. In just a few years, Save Da Sea has made waves in the market and their products are currently available in over 500 stores in Canada and 27 stores across the Pacific Northwest.