About this Event
Collabüro Live: Changemakers in Action
What does it take to create change in your community, and keep going when the work gets difficult?
Join us for the inaugural Collabüro Live: Changemakers in Action, an evening bringing together people working across entrepreneurship, creativity, mental health and community service. Hear their stories, explore the ideas behind their work and connect with others who care about making a difference in Ottawa.
Expect engaging conversations, opportunities to ask questions and time to meet fellow attendees and presenters. Whether you are building a business, leading a community initiative, exploring a creative idea or looking for your next meaningful connection, you are welcome here.
FEATURING
Jarrod Goldsmith
Founder, eSAX Networking
Jarrod is an Ottawa small business community builder, speaker and connector. Through eSAX Networking, he has helped bring entrepreneurs and organizations together to build relationships and support one another’s growth.
Chris Castillo
Entrepreneur, Author & Educator
Chris is a serial entrepreneur, business coach and entrepreneurship educator at Algonquin College. He has started businesses across several industries and is the founder of Master Entrepreneur.
Berak Hussain, MA, RP
Registered Psychotherapist | Founder, Serene Nafs Wellness
Known through her work as “The Muslim Counsellor,” Berak has more than 20 years of experience in mental health and community work. She brings culturally responsive and faith-informed approaches to conversations about emotional wellbeing.
Eyob Tzu
Creative, Storyteller & Community Builder | Founder, The Dojo
Eyob brings creatives together through workshops, mentorship and gatherings. His work helps people move through creative blocks, develop their ideas and find the confidence to share what they make.
Lubna Aggar
Ottawa Shelter Manager, Nisa Foundation
Lubna brings a perspective from community service and the work of supporting people through challenging circumstances.
HOSTED BY
Bassem Elghawaby
Creative Hub & Community Lead, Collaburo | Founder, Grassroots Multimedia
Bassem is a storyteller and community builder who brings people together through events at the intersection of creativity, entrepreneurship and community.
EVENT DETAILS
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Doors open: 6:00 PM
Event ends: 9:30 PM
Collaburo Coworking & Events Space
499 Preston Street, Ottawa, ON
Tickets: $25 + tax
Includes light bites, snacks and one complimentary non-alcoholic drink.
Come ready to listen, share ideas and make connections. We look forward to welcoming you to the first Collaburo Live.
Presented by Collabüro Coworking & Events Space
Media partner: Grassroots Multimedia
Community partners: eSAX Networking and Master Entrepreneur
Event venue & nearby stays
Collaburo Coworking & Events Space, 499 Preston Street, Ottawa, Canada
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