About this Event
Celebrate strength, connection, and empowerment at the most anticipated event of the season — The First Annual International Women’s Day Gala, hosted by at the iconic Eldorado Resort.
Join us for an elegant evening dedicated to honoring women who lead with purpose, courage, and vision, while supporting the Karis Support Society through the silent auction. Karis Support Society is a 37-bed facility in Kelowna providing life-changing support to women (including women with young children) overcoming addiction and mental health challenges.
This inspiring night will feature:
- Welcome Drink on Arrival – Toast to new connections as you walk the PINK carpet.
- Three-Course Dinner Service – A beautifully curated served meal.
- The Pathmaker Award - A community award honoring an individuals journey of courage and the strength as they blaze a path for those to follow.
- Keynote Speaker, Adrianne Fekete - Hear from Adrianne, powerhouse entrepreneur, bestselling author, and founder of the global I Am Unbreakable® movement. Adrianne brings a bold, inspiring message on resilience, self-leadership, and rising with confidence, drawing from her experience advising Fortune 500 companies, leading in male-dominated industries, and empowering women to take up space and lead with intention.
- Speaker — Danielle Scheven
Be inspired by Danielle Scheven, creative entrepreneur and co-founder of the globally recognized jewelry brand Carolily. From West Kelowna to the runways of New York and Paris Fashion Week, Danielle will share a powerful reflection on creativity, family legacy, and building a meaningful brand with intention. - Silent Auction – All proceeds will benefit Karis Support Society.
- Live Performance by Peregrine Entertainment – Be captivated by show-stopping entertainment.
- Music by DJ Shado – Dance the night away in celebration of women everywhere.
This formal gala welcomes women and men alike to celebrate progress, community, and possibility.
Let’s gather for an unforgettable evening of elegance, purpose, and connection — and make a lasting impact together.
Ticket Options
Standard Admission – $249 (Early Bird $199)
Your ticket includes:
- Welcome drink upon arrival (5:30 PM)
- Three-course plated dinner
- Pathmaker award announcement & hear from speakers
- Performance by Peregrine Entertainment
- Music by DJ Shado and full dance floor access
- Silent auction benefiting Karis Support Society
VIP Experience – $299 (Early Bird $249)
Make the most of your evening with the exclusive VIP Gala Experience.
Includes everything in the Standard Admission plus:
- Early Access at 5:00 PM – Enjoy an intimate welcome and first access to the venue.
- Premium Seating – Reserved tables with the best views of the stage and performance.
- Exclusive VIP Swag Bag ($500+ value) – Curated gifts from local brands.
A limited number of VIP tickets are available.
Corporate Tables of 8
- VIP Table: $2,392 (Early Bird $1,992)
- Standard Table: $1,992 (Early Bird $1,592)
Ideal for companies, sponsors, and groups wanting to celebrate together while supporting women in business and community leadership.
Sponsors:
Title Sponsor: TD Bank- Women in Enterprise
Gold Sponsor: Body Bar Laser Clinic Kelowna
Connector Sponsor: Argus Properties Ltd.
Sponsors: The Eldorado Resort, Atlas Rose, Wood + Ivy Events, Wax Pencil Imagery
If you would like to join this incredible list of sponsors email [email protected] and I'll send over all the information!
Adrianne Fekete, Keynote Speaker
Adrianne is a powerhouse entrepreneur, bestselling author, and the visionary force behind I Am Unbreakable® — the global movement igniting a new era of women who rise, lead, and take up space with unwavering boldness. Her mission is unapologetically ambitious: empower one billion women to rise, lead, and belong.
Her legacy is built at the intersection of business, self-leadership, and resilience. As an award-winning media expert, Adrianne has worked with some of the world’s most iconic names — including The Rolling Stones, U2, and WWE — and shattered ceilings as the first female private investigation agency owner in North America.
A trusted voice in leadership, human behaviour, and women’s empowerment, she advises Fortune 500 companies, founders, executives, and changemakers on how to build with intention, rise with confidence, and lead with authentic influence.
She is the #1 bestselling author of Rockstar Rising™, the host of the acclaimed I Am Unbreakable® Podcast, and the Canadian ambassador for several purpose-driven global foundations. Adrianne is also the founder of a not-for-profit junior hockey team in the world’s largest league, the PJHL — championing mental health, youth development, leadership, and community excellence.
Above all accomplishments, Adrianne is the fiercely proud mother of four incredible boys — and she stands by the words that define her mission and her movement: Yes You Can!
Danielle Scheven, Speaker
Danielle is a serial entrepreneur and speaker, most notably known as Co-Founder of Carolily, the world-renowned jewelry brand whose level of client loyalty is in the top 0.01% for e-commerce companies worldwide. With 90+ features in publications like Vogue, Vanity Fair, Hallmark, Global TV and on the runways of New York and Paris Fashion Weeks, Danielle knows a little something about creating a World Class brand.
For the past decade, Danielle has been curating client experiences with a level of emotional depth rarely seen in the industry. Every touchpoint is intentionally designed to make her clients feel loved, seen, and like they truly matter.
Today, Danielle also helps influential founders and brands bring the heart back into their own client experiences so leaders can strengthen loyalty, increase renewals, and create more stable, profitable companies.
Everything Danielle does is rooted in her desire to support and empower women. She donates 2% of profits to women’s reproductive health clinics, hosts the two-day charity event Heart Led, and leads Carolily’s annual charity jewelry drive in support of mothers in need.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Manteo at Eldorado Resort, 3762 Lakeshore Road, Kelowna, Canada
CAD 213.69 to CAD 2553.22
