About this Event
Join us for The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch Finale on April 25, 2024, for an unforgettable event where we’ll:
- Celebrate self-identifying women, non-binary, and trans-femme entrepreneurs
- Connect with community
- Fundraise to support The Forum in providing access to the resources and community that entrepreneurs need to thrive
See Last Year’s Highlights
Join Us In-Person
Location & Timing:
- JW MARRIOTT PARQ VANCOUVER - OUR NEW LOCATION
- 5:00pm PT - 9:00pm PT
What to Expect:
- Join us at the JW Marriott Parq Vancouver for the Opening Reception and Entrepreneur Showcase to network over cocktails with meaningful business leaders, bid in the Silent Auction, and connect with 30 inspiring entrepreneurs who will be sharing their businesses and the impact they’ve had.
- Meet the Finalists and their Mentors, hear their pitches, cast your vote for an additional prize package, and celebrate their journey through the program.
- Enjoy a seated dinner while connecting with The Forum’s community of entrepreneurs and supporters.
- Take part in our Live Auction to secure amazing prizes and experiences.
- Plus more surprises to come!
Tickets:
- Individual Ticket - Woman Entrepreneur: $229 donation for self-identifying women, non-binary and trans-femme entrepreneurs.
- Individual Ticket - Supporter: $489 donation.
- Patron Table (10 tickets): $7,500 donation. If interested in purchasing a table, please contact [email protected].
Ticket purchases are eligible for a partial tax receipt. Tax receipts will be issued by the end of June 2024.
Attire:
Business/cocktail/evening attire–join us in what feels best!
Accommodations:
Please follow this link to book a room at JW Marriott Parq Vancouver at a preferred rate.
Refunds and Ticket Transfers:
Tickets are donations and non-refundable, but may be transferred upon request.
Accessibility Accommodations:
The venue is wheelchair accessible and we are happy to share any additional accessibility features you may have questions about. Please contact us for support at [email protected].
Join Us Virtually
Location & Timing:
- Anywhere!
- 9:00am PT - 10:00am PT | 12:00pm ET - 1:00pm ET
What to Expect:
- Meet the Finalists and their Mentors, hear their final pitches, and cast your vote for an additional prize package.
- Bid in the Silent Auction.
- A fun event to gather your team, family, and friends for a virtual viewing party.
Tickets:
- Virtual tickets are free, however donations are encouraged and greatly appreciated.
NOTE: $20+ donations are eligible for a tax receipt. Tax receipts will be issued by the end of June 2024.
Why Your Support Matters
When you join us for our largest fundraising event and celebration and take part in the Live and Silent Auctions, you’ll help The Forum:
- Serve over 1,600+ entrepreneurs annually from over 219 unique communities across Canada.
- Continue to deliver and evolve education, mentorship, and community support while responding to a 345% increased demand in our programming.
- Provide bursaries and a sliding scale for program fees that reduce barriers to participation.
Our bursary fund alone has directly supported 381 women entrepreneurs, 42% of whom identified as BIPOC.
How Do I Donate to the Live and Silent Auctions?
If you’d like to help us fundraise in support of women entrepreneurs while generating buzz for your business, contact [email protected] to donate to the Silent Auction, and [email protected] to donate to the Live Auction.
With Thanks to Our Sponsors
Interested in joining these amazing organizations and becoming a sponsor of The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch? Please contact [email protected].
What is The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch?
Confidence, real-world experience and a new network of support—that’s how The Odlum Brown Forum Pitch program helps women entrepreneurs navigate, activate, and fast-track their access to the different types of capital that they need to thrive.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver, 39 Smithe Street, Vancouver, Canada
CAD 0.00 to CAD 489.00