Better Together with Tina Varughese

Norfolk Economic Development is thrilled to invite you to a special business networking event on October 7th. Co-presented in partnership with the Lighthouse Festival, this evening promises to be a unique opportunity to connect with local business leaders, exchange ideas, and foster new relationships.

Whether you are an established business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or a community leader, this event offers the perfect setting to expand your network, share your experiences, and gain valuable insights. Together, we can strengthen our business community and create new opportunities for inclusion, growth, and collaboration.

Keynote Speaker: Meet Tina Varughese

Tina Varughese is the go-to inclusion and cultural diversity speaker who helps increase positivity, profits, and purpose in organizations across the country. She’s been named one of Canada’s Top 10 Notable Speakers, she was hired by Hockey Canada to teach hockey players and staff how to confront racism, and has been featured on CBC’s Eyeopener Radio and Dove’s Campaign for Real Beauty.  She transforms work places into spaces of psychological safety that make difficult conversations possible, enables people to see how they’re part of the problem (and more important, the solution!), and results in everyone feeling seen, heard, and acknowledged. Click here to find out more about Tina.

Date

Monday, October 7, 2024

Time

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Location

Lighthouse Festival Theatre, Port Dover

Tickets

$12.50 each, advance online purchase required

Event Highlights

• Networking Reception: Kick off the evening with a one-hour networking reception. Enjoy a cash bar and a light buffet-style “stand-up” meal while mingling with professionals from various sectors, including agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and retail.
• Keynote Speaker: We are excited to present our keynote speaker, Tina Varughese, a renowned professional known for leading, laughing, and inspiring audiences with thought-provoking keynotes on cross-cultural communication, work-life balance, and inclusive leadership. Prepare to be engaged and motivated as we explore important themes related to working better together in the changing workplace.

Why Attend?

Join us for an event full of opportunities – from networking with peers to learning actionable insights and finding new prospects to help elevate your business and improve the workplace. It’s an event you won’t want to miss!

• Expand your network
• Connect with like-minded professionals and business leaders in a relaxed and welcoming environment.
• Gain Insights
• Learn from our keynote speaker’s valuable insights and experiences, which can help you foster a more inclusive and effective workplace.
• Support local businesses
• Show your support for the local business community and contribute to its growth and success.
• Discover opportunities
• Explore new business opportunities and collaborations that can drive your success and innovation.