Past Events
Access to capital is one of the major challenges for any scale-up and as a business grows, different options will need to be considered.
Explore financing strategies for growth including private equity financing, M&A options, and venture capital, and understand the limitations and opportunities that come with each option.
Wed, Feb 08, 2023 • 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Chris O’Riley, President & CEO, BC Hydro
Join Chris O’Riley, President and CEO of BC Hydro, B.C.’s largest Crown corporation, for an overview of their plan to electrify the province.
Tue, Feb 07, 2023 • 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
This ESG Fundamentals Microcredential will provide you with an opportunity to investigate the environmental, social and governance impacts of your organization and develop a strategy to act on your values.
Thu, Feb 02, 2023 • 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Digital Transformation Workshop (DTW) is a one-day workshop designed for growth-oriented organization leaders wanting to become digital-native enterprises and profit and prosper in the digital economy, both domestically and internationally.
Thu, Feb 02, 2023 • 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.
To help guide you in your journey we invite you to a virtual Board of Trade 101 session where you will be shown what's available to promote your business, save money, provide benefits to your staff, and much more.
Wed, Feb 01, 2023 • 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Explore And-Co and connect with Members at our January Members' Social!
Thu, Jan 26, 2023 • 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
GVBOT’s 34th annual Economic Outlook Forum, presented by Scotiabank, will provide our region’s business leaders with a detailed, insightful and timely look at the key challenges and opportunities facing Greater Vancouver, British Columbia and Canada as a whole. This forum, one of the "must-attend" events in the 2023 business calendar, will take a hard look at the challenges facing Canadian businesses and households and provide an opportunity to discuss meaningful solutions.
Thu, Jan 26, 2023 • 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Join us for our Annual Speed Networking Night, which connects established and emerging leaders from across Greater Vancouver.
Wed, Jan 25, 2023 • 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Mayor Ken Sim, City of Vancouver
Join Ken Sim, Mayor of Vancouver for a deep-dive conversation about the major issues facing Vancouver including affordability, public safety, and mental health and addictions.
Tue, Jan 24, 2023 • 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Learn how integrating AI into your supply chain can increase your company's competitive edge. Get funding for your project.
Mon, Jan 23, 2023 • 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
This program acts as an information session to ensure that everyone is on the same page about the topic of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA).
By leveraging the experience of participants through discussions and group activities, we explore our own dimensions of diversity and the benefits of creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible (IDEA) workplace.
Mon, Jan 23, 2023 • 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Keynote Speaker: Craig Ryan, Director of Corporate Sustainability, BDC
Many investors expect companies to manage their environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues such as diversity and carbon with the same attention and effort that they manage their bottom line.
Thu, Jan 19, 2023 • 8:30 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Kick off the New Year with our first experience of 2023 - Curling & Connecting!
Fri, Jan 13, 2023 • 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Members have access to exclusive ticket pricing and a pre-event cocktail hour.
Stayed tuned for additional concerts to be announced!
Fri, Dec 16, 2022 • 6:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Kevin Falcon, Leader of the Official Opposition, British Columbia Liberal Party
Join Kevin Falcon, BC Liberal Opposition Leader and MLA for Vancouver-Quilchena, for a conversation about the challenges and opportunities facing businesses in British Columbia and his vision for a resilient and sustainable economy.
Tue, Dec 06, 2022 • 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Incoterms®2020 - International Contracts Shipping Workshop helps BC-based businesses that are building out export plans or shipping products internationally to understand Incoterms®, how to negotiate and incorporate them into contracts shipping agreements in order to reduce risk and lower costs when transporting goods across borders.
Tue, Dec 06, 2022 • 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
A unique networking opportunity exclusive for Board of Trade members at EA Vancouver's Burnaby Campus.
Thu, Dec 01, 2022 • 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
GVBOT’s annual Energy Forum, presented by Bennett Jones, will focus on Canada’s role in the global market, and how we can leverage our strengths and capitalize on opportunities to advance our domestic energy sector and promote sustainability around the world.
Wed, Nov 30, 2022 • 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Linda Nazareth, Economist, Keynote Speaker and Futurist
As the great labour reshuffle continues to unfold across sectors, the time is now to reflect on our labour gaps and build a sustained Canadian workforce. This event will convene the business community to address this pertinent issue and explore solutions that will help alleviate these challenges.
Tue, Nov 29, 2022 • 11:45 a.m. - 2 p.m.
GVBOT Members' Receptions are a casual way to meet and network with other Members of the GVBOT. From entrepreneurs to small business owners and corporate executives, there are a breadth of people to connect with.
Wed, Nov 23, 2022 • 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Kevin Quinn, Chief Executive Officer, TransLink
Join TransLink CEO Kevin Quinn to learn about how the future of transportation in Metro Vancouver will create significant opportunities for residents and businesses throughout the region.
Wed, Nov 23, 2022 • 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Robin Silvester, President & Chief Executive Officer, Vancouver Fraser Port Authority
Join Robin as well as GVBOT President and CEO Bridgitte Anderson for a deep-dive conversation about key focus areas for the port authority; the “toughest nuts to crack” challenges at Canada’s largest port; and ultimately, the path to long-term strength and sustainability for this critical trade gateway.
Wed, Nov 16, 2022 • 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
This program acts as an information session to ensure that everyone is on the same page about the topic of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA).
By leveraging the experience of participants through discussions and group activities, we explore our own dimensions of diversity and the benefits of creating an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible (IDEA) workplace.
Mon, Nov 14, 2022 • 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Essential strategy, resources and coaching in dynamic workshops that equip small to medium-sized enterprises to scale up, develop, and execute an export plan.
Tue, Nov 08, 2022 • 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Members are invited to attend our 135th Annual General Meeting where the new slate of Directors will be elected and the audited financial statements will be approved.
Mon, Nov 07, 2022 • 8 a.m. - 9 a.m.
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