Time is running out to register for StrikeUP 2025 – Resiliency Redefined, Canada’s leading digital conference for women entrepreneurs. Taking place on February 27, 2025, this free, world-class event will unite thousands of women across the country for a day of inspiration, networking, and business growth strategies.
COBOURG, ONTARIO, February 11, 2025 – StrikeUP 2025, Canada’s leading digital conference for women entrepreneurs, will be featuring an exciting agenda of interactive workshops, panels, and fireside chats designed to equip attendees with the knowledge and strategies to grow their businesses.
StrikeUP Canada is introducing innovative interactive experiences at its flagship digital conference for women entrepreneurs: StrikeUP 2025 – Resiliency Redefined. The event, set for February 27, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. EST, offers a free, world-class program for women entrepreneurs across the nation.
Marking a milestone fifth year, StrikeUP Canada is gearing up to welcome thousands of women entrepreneurs from across the nation to its flagship digital conference: StrikeUP 2025 – Resiliency Redefined. Scheduled for February 27, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST, Canada’s signature event to kick off International Women’s Month offers a free, world-class program celebrating the strength and adaptability of women in today’s dynamic business landscape.
StrikeUP welcomes new partnership with Women Business Enterprises Canada Council (WBE Canada) for their fourth annual digital conference for women entrepreneurs. Launching this winter on February 29th, StrikeUP 2024’s conference theme, “Driving Change,” will focus on preparing women entrepreneurs for the challenges and opportunities of the future.
Cobourg, ON – StrikeUP and the Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) will unite at StrikeUP 2024 to continue their efforts in accelerating trade and export among Canadian women entrepreneurs. The Trade Commissioner Service is a key ally in ensuring that Canadian businesses of all sizes succeed and receive the support they need when entering global markets.
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Cobourg, ON – StrikeUP is pleased to announce the return of the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) as a key partner for their fourth annual digital conference for women entrepreneurs taking place on February 29, 2024. The theme for StrikeUP 2024, “Driving Change,” will focus on equipping women entrepreneurs with the tools they need to face the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.
Cobourg, ON – StrikeUP welcomes the return of the Women Entrepreneurship Knowledge Hub (WEKH) as a key partner in StrikeUP 2024, a free digital conference taking place on February 29, 2024. This year’s conference theme, “Driving Change,” will focus on preparing women entrepreneurs to meet the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow.
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Cobourg, ON – StrikeUP 2024, Canada’s premier digital conference for women entrepreneurs, will return on February 29, 2024, with MNP joining as a co-presenting partner. StrikeUP Live Viewing Parties will also make a comeback at select locations across the country, with MNP as the primary host. The year’s conference theme, “Driving Change,” is designed to prepare women entrepreneurs for the challenges and opportunities of the future.
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Cobourg, ON – Export Development Canada (EDC) will return as a co-presenting partner for the annual StrikeUP 2024 digital conference to support women entrepreneurs in harnessing their authenticity as they expand their brand. As business owners, maintaining originality and upholding your core values can be a challenging step, whether you’re expanding your company within Canada or internationally.
PANELIST
Founder, Oh Colour Me
Chantal Lavergne is the founder of Oh Color Me, a Canadian company creating simple and bold coloring books designed to make creativity more accessible and less overwhelming. Inspired by her family’s experiences with ADHD and autism, she developed a collection of mini coloring books that encourage people of all ages to unplug, slow down, and enjoy moments of calm.
Drawing on more than a decade of entrepreneurial experience, Chantal has grown Oh Color Me into a brand carried by over 300+ retailers across Canada and the United States in less than 2 years. Passionate about creativity, innovation, and building businesses with purpose, she enjoys sharing her journey as a founder and advocating for products that support well-being and connection.
Panel Moderator
Founder & CEO, noLMIT Marketing
Ina Maria Toncescu is a marketing strategist with over 17 years of experience helping businesses grow with focus, purpose, and measurable results. Across small business, non-profit, and government sectors, she’s led transformative marketing strategies, built systems that last, and landed multi-million-dollar deals using the same frameworks she teaches today. As the founder of noLMIT Marketing, Ina works with clients through corporate marketing training, digital strategy building, website development, search and AI engine optimization, email marketing, and more.
Her philosophy is simple: in a world obsessed with AI and flashy branding, the businesses that win are the ones that get the foundations right, storytelling, strategic systems, and genuine connection with the people they serve.
PANELIST
Founder, Bloossoming House/Co-Founder at AssetsWaves
Géraldine Jippé is the founder of Bloossoming House, a curated ecosystem empowering female founders to thrive and access capital, the creator and host of the Female Founders Networking Breakfast, and the co-founder of AssetsWaves, a blockchain-based platform designed to facilitate digital asset investments.
PANELIST
President, Beck’s Broth
Domenique Mastronardi is the President of Beck’s Broth, an innovative collection of bone-broth-based drinks including hot chocolate and coffee. Her specialty is developing and commercializing sustainable foods that are healthy, delicious, and profitable. She heads up Finance and Operations at Beck’s Broth, and just closed their $500K seed round!
Keynote Speaker
Founder, KinkyCurlyYaki
Vivian Kaye is a serial entrepreneur and business educator who bootstrapped KinkyCurlyYaki, a beauty product-based e-commerce brand, to seven figures without outside funding. With over 15 years of experience in operations, inventory management, and digital commerce, she has mentored 1300+ entrepreneurs through programs with Amazon, Shopify, Toronto Public Library, and Humber College’s Longo School of Business.
Featured in The New York Times, Toronto Star, and on CityTV’s Cityline, Vivian has partnered with brands including American Express Canada. Porsche Canada and Desjardins Bank. She brings practical, founder-to-founder insights on building sustainable businesses, scaling without massive budgets, and staying authentic while growing. Her direct, no-nonsense approach cuts through the noise and focuses on what actually works.
