LORENZO LISI (he/him)
Partner & Practice Group Leader
Workplace Law Group, Aird & Berlis LLP
[Panelist]
Whether you are starting out or scaling up, we have resources, in-house experts, and accelerator programs for entrepreneurs who are ready to grow.
How We HelpThe Venture Acceleration Program is a 3 month program for entrepreneurs who have an innovative product or business and are committed to finding product and market fit.
FIND YOUR FITStartup Basics is a self-led online learning experience. Each virtual program is designed to teach individuals the entrepreneurial fundamentals needed to transform their idea into a startup.
GET STARTEDAdvisor Access is a one-to-one complimentary advisory session for small businesses. Get paired with an experienced Business Advisor to navigate challenges like leveraging technology, overcoming business challenges, or expanding into new markets.
ACCESS AN ADVISORThe OKGN Angel Summit is a 10-week program designed to educate local investors and startup companies from across British Columbia on the investment process. A capital fund is raised, deals are screened, and an investment in a company is made.
Get InvestedGet plugged into the Okanagan tech community with Accelerate Okanagan’s membership. Membership is designed to provide resources and support for companies with perks for the founders and employees.
Become A MemberThe Okanagan tech sector is growing at a rapid rate. Meet our members! These are the real companies behind #OKGNtech that are inspiring innovation and transforming our community.
Meet Our MembersCompany Membership is for all companies building a business, service, or product. Members can access the resume bank, job board, member library, perks, and discounts to Accelerate Okanagan events.
Explore the BenefitsSupporter Membership is for all organizations and institutions that are supporting entrepreneurs. Members can access the resume bank, job board, member library, perks, and discounts to Accelerate Okanagan events.
Explore the BenefitsThese organizations are investing their time and dollars into AO and OKGNtech. Meet our core funders, partners, and patrons who help us deliver on our mission to give entrepreneurs the mentorship, connections, and community they need to thrive.
Meet Our PartnersNo matter what your business is focused on, people are at the heart of it. The #OKGNtech Job Board and Resume Bank make it easy to access the best of the best.
VIEW Job BoardLooking for salary and compensation data? We’ve partnered with BenchMarket to produce an Okanagan-focused workforce study to help employers make more data-informed decisions when it comes to employee compensation.
Get CompetitiveOur Job Board showcases available open positions from businesses within the Okanagan tech community. Use it to find your next career or showcase your next opportunity.
Open PositionsFinding and recruiting the right talent is critical for any growing business. Have a job opening you need to fill? Share it with the community by posting it on our Job Board.
Post a JobLooking to share your resume? Upload it to our Resume Bank! All Accelerate Okanagan members have exclusive access to review your resume from there.
Accelerate Your CareerThere is always something happening in the #OKGNtech community. Keep an eye on the Accelerate Okanagan events calendar for the latest in workshops, networking events, and conferences.
Events CalendarAccelerate your network by spending some time with #OKGNtech. If you are willing, you are welcome.
Check The CalendarHave an event you want to share with the community? Feature it on our Events Calendar.
SUBMIT AN EVENTBuilding a strong community, meeting like-minded people, and access to free coffee are just a few of the benefits of choosing to use Accelerate Okanagan’s coworking spaces.
Find A WorkspaceRent a dedicated desk with OKGNworks, a shared workspace located on the second floor of the Kelowna Innovation Centre. This space is purposefully designed with an open floor plan to create collisions and connections for tenants.
JOIN OKGNWORKSLooking for a meeting space in downtown Kelowna? OKGNworks has a variety of rooms available for rent. Each meeting room comes with the resources and space needed to facilitate large and small groups and are available at flexible rates.
BOOK A MEETING SPACEThe Vernon Innovation & Entrepreneur Workspace (The VIEW) is a home base for innovators and entrepreneurs in the North Okanagan. This shared workspace allows for flexible rentals of dedicated desks, private offices, and part-time options.
Explore The VIEWRent a meeting room in downtown Vernon at The VIEW. The Vernon Innovation & Entrepreneur Workspace (The VIEW) offers a diverse selection of spaces available to rent for large or small team meetings at hourly, half-day or full-day rates.
ROOM WITH THE VIEWBack
Whether you are starting out or scaling up, we have resources, in-house experts, and accelerator programs for entrepreneurs who are ready to grow.
How We HelpThe Venture Acceleration Program is a 3 month program for entrepreneurs who have an innovative product or business and are committed to finding product and market fit.
FIND YOUR FITStartup Basics is a self-led online learning experience. Each virtual program is designed to teach individuals the entrepreneurial fundamentals needed to transform their idea into a startup.
GET STARTEDAdvisor Access is a one-to-one complimentary advisory session for small businesses. Get paired with an experienced Business Advisor to navigate challenges like leveraging technology, overcoming business challenges, or expanding into new markets.
ACCESS AN ADVISORThe OKGN Angel Summit is a 10-week program designed to educate local investors and startup companies from across British Columbia on the investment process. A capital fund is raised, deals are screened, and an investment in a company is made.
Get InvestedBack
Get plugged into the Okanagan tech community with Accelerate Okanagan’s membership. Membership is designed to provide resources and support for companies with perks for the founders and employees.
Become A MemberThe Okanagan tech sector is growing at a rapid rate. Meet our members! These are the real companies behind #OKGNtech that are inspiring innovation and transforming our community.
Meet Our MembersCompany Membership is for all companies building a business, service, or product. Members can access the resume bank, job board, member library, perks, and discounts to Accelerate Okanagan events.
Explore the BenefitsSupporter Membership is for all organizations and institutions that are supporting entrepreneurs. Members can access the resume bank, job board, member library, perks, and discounts to Accelerate Okanagan events.
Explore the BenefitsThese organizations are investing their time and dollars into AO and OKGNtech. Meet our core funders, partners, and patrons who help us deliver on our mission to give entrepreneurs the mentorship, connections, and community they need to thrive.
Meet Our PartnersBack
No matter what your business is focused on, people are at the heart of it. The #OKGNtech Job Board and Resume Bank make it easy to access the best of the best.
VIEW Job BoardLooking for salary and compensation data? We’ve partnered with BenchMarket to produce an Okanagan-focused workforce study to help employers make more data-informed decisions when it comes to employee compensation.
Get CompetitiveOur Job Board showcases available open positions from businesses within the Okanagan tech community. Use it to find your next career or showcase your next opportunity.
Open PositionsFinding and recruiting the right talent is critical for any growing business. Have a job opening you need to fill? Share it with the community by posting it on our Job Board.
Post a JobLooking to share your resume? Upload it to our Resume Bank! All Accelerate Okanagan members have exclusive access to review your resume from there.
Accelerate Your CareerBack
There is always something happening in the #OKGNtech community. Keep an eye on the Accelerate Okanagan events calendar for the latest in workshops, networking events, and conferences.
Events CalendarAccelerate your network by spending some time with #OKGNtech. If you are willing, you are welcome.
Check The CalendarHave an event you want to share with the community? Feature it on our Events Calendar.
SUBMIT AN EVENTBack
Building a strong community, meeting like-minded people, and access to free coffee are just a few of the benefits of choosing to use Accelerate Okanagan’s coworking spaces.
Find A WorkspaceRent a dedicated desk with OKGNworks, a shared workspace located on the second floor of the Kelowna Innovation Centre. This space is purposefully designed with an open floor plan to create collisions and connections for tenants.
JOIN OKGNWORKSLooking for a meeting space in downtown Kelowna? OKGNworks has a variety of rooms available for rent. Each meeting room comes with the resources and space needed to facilitate large and small groups and are available at flexible rates.
BOOK A MEETING SPACEThe Vernon Innovation & Entrepreneur Workspace (The VIEW) is a home base for innovators and entrepreneurs in the North Okanagan. This shared workspace allows for flexible rentals of dedicated desks, private offices, and part-time options.
Explore The VIEWRent a meeting room in downtown Vernon at The VIEW. The Vernon Innovation & Entrepreneur Workspace (The VIEW) offers a diverse selection of spaces available to rent for large or small team meetings at hourly, half-day or full-day rates.
ROOM WITH THE VIEW27 October 2021 @ 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Every worker has the right to be free from gender expression, gender identity, and sexual orientation discrimination in the workplace. Yet too often the burden falls on the worker to advocate for themselves. Recognizing this, Pride at Work Canada has created a new resource for LGBTQ2+ workers who are seeking information about their rights in the workplace. Join us for this virtual panel event to celebrate the launch of our new resource, “Know Your Rights: A Guide for LGBTQ2+ Employees”. Our discussion will bring together legal experts and advocates to examine what workplace discrimination looks like for LGBTQ2+ employees, the rights that they are entitled to, and the responsibilities of employers to create non-discriminatory and safe(r) workplaces.
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LORENZO LISI (he/him)
Partner & Practice Group Leader
Workplace Law Group, Aird & Berlis LLP
[Panelist]
MEIKE JOURDAIN (she/her)
Programming & Engagement Coordinator
Pride at Work Canada
[Moderator]
JADE PICHETTE (they/them)
Manager of Programs
Pride at Work Canada
[Emcee]
Join us as we explore intersecting identities to help create more inclusive workplaces. This discussion is open to all who wish to register. If you would like to register after the deadline, please send an email to info@prideatwork.ca.