Our Partners
About The Conference
INNOVATE.
The first-of-its-kind Alberta Inclusive Growth Conference brings together diverse voices from across the province's innovation ecosystem.
INSPIRE.
Engage with thought-provoking panels, inspiring speakers, and intentional networking designed to spark bold dialogue.
IMPACT.
Accelerate inclusive innovation and economic growth in Alberta through collaborative action and strategic partnerships.
Why Attend AIG 2025?
Elevate your expertise, expand your network, and contribute to the future of Alberta's inclusive growth.
CONNECT.
Connect with a diverse group of professionals, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and community leaders committed to building an inclusive, future-ready Alberta.
CONTRIBUTE.
Contribute your voice and insights to discussions that will shape inclusive growth strategies for the province and Alberta's future.
COLLABORATE.
Explore opportunities for collaboration, inclusive investment, and equitable career pathways while gaining insights into the latest trends shaping Alberta's innovation economy.
Who Will Be Attending?
Connect with a bold mix of leaders, innovators, and changemakers committed to building an inclusive, future-ready Alberta. Our conference brings together voices from across the province, including:
Inclusive Innovators
Entrepreneurs and innovators building inclusive solutions for tomorrow's economy
Meet Our Esteemed Speakers
Gain insights from industry pioneers, thought leaders, and change-makers.
Jyoti Gondek
Mayor
City of Calgary
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Hubba Khatoon
Director Of Development
Canada Maple Foundation
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Dennis Agbegha
Regional Manager Inclusive Entrepreneurship - Praires
BDC
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April Hicke
Founder and CEO
TOAST
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Leann Hackman-Carty
CEO
Economic Developers Alberta (EDA)
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Alla Brisky
Regional Manager, Women in Enterprise - Praires
TD
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Wunmi Adekanmbi
Executive Director
Immigrant Techies
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Arielle Land
Director of Operations
Movement51
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D'Andre Wilson
Executive Director
TalentED YYC
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Paula Calderon
Chief Executive Officer
Calgary Immigrant Women's Association
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Erin Chrusch
Leader, Business & Local Economy
City of Calgary
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Ashley Ronnell
Issue Strategist
City of Calgary
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Cherie Bowker
DEAN, School For Advanced Digital Technology
SAIT
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Tynan Allan
Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Cultureing
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Kailey Armstrong
Director Economic Prosperity
YW Calgary
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Desiree Bombenon
Chair Programming Committee
UN Global Compact Network Canada
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Bontu Galataa
Entrepreneur Ecosystem Strategist
ATB
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Basma Tariq Sheikh
Director Corporate Training
Veritas Solutions
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Mo Altaqatqa
Business Development Manager
Futurpreneur
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Shannon Pestun
Senior Advisor, Finance
Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub
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Courtney Mo (Hare)
Director of Community Impact
Momentum
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Imran Basha
Corporate Consultant
City of Calgary
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Elise Konadu Ahenkorah
Lead Culture and Inclusion Strategist
Inclusion Factor
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Conference Agenda
Morning Sessions
Morning Break
10:40 AMNetworking Lunch
12:05 PMClosing Remarks & Networking
4:40 PMConnect
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