Are you ready to supercharge your networking game, gain invaluable insights, and be part of a community that champions inclusivity and financial empowerment? Prepare to be captivated by two powerhouse guest speakers from Scotiabank and Pocketed.
Scotiabank's Women's Initiative is changing the game for women and empowering them to succeed on their own terms. Pocketed is revolutionizing access to capital, and you're invited to the front row!
🎙️ About the Guest Speakers:
Nilla Zanette, National Commercial Business Lead, The Scotiabank Women Initiative.
Nilla Zanette leads The Scotiabank Women Initiative Commercial Business Strategy across Canada. In this role, Nilla has formed national partnerships to help increase the value to our clients including partnering with The Forum on a national mentorship program, MNP National Accounting Firm and CFIB, to name a few. Nilla has enhanced the program for women in commercial banking as well as customized the value The Scotiabank Women Initiative brings to women in specific industries including commercial real estate, agriculture and healthcare.
Nilla is a banking professional with over 35 years of experience in the industry. Nilla is also the founder and past chair of the Scotiabank Climate Action Employee Resource Group. A Startup Canada Mentor and on the Women’s Enterprise Organizations of Canada (WEOC) Loan Program Advisory Committee.
Jamie Proctor Boyce, Director of Growth, Pocketed.
Money is a leading barrier to innovation and entrepreneurship, especially for women and equity-seeking groups. Pocketed was built to level the playing field, helping Canadian businesses easily access the $5.9B available annually in grants, tax credits, and other incentives. To date, more than 12,000 companies have used Pocketed to apply for over $100M in government funding.
As Director of Growth, Jamie leads sales and customer success at Pocketed. She previously built wage subsidy programs for the federal government and has worked in hospitality, media, nonprofit, and tech start-ups. Passionate about supporting Canadian entrepreneurs, Jamie brings curiosity, creativity and compassion to whatever problem she's solving.
🚀 Why this is THE Event:
🌐 Exclusive Networking
🌍 Nationwide Accessibility
🗣️ Insight-Packed Discussions
Let's shape the future of Canadian business together at the ONSIDE Virtual Connector Event! Register today!