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Supplier Innovation Day: Montreal, QC

May 22, 2026
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WBE Canada Invites you to Supplier Innovation  Day: Montreal, QC!

WBE Canada’s Supplier Innovation  Days are full day in-person events designed to bring women-owned businesses, corporate and government organizations, partners and champions of supplier innovation together in cities across Canada. Join us to learn how to navigate today’s economic challenges, network with buyers and suppliers to find new opportunities and create common goals to expand economic prosperity within regions, provinces and across the country.

Who should join us:

  • Corporate and government professionals interested in learning more about supplier innovation and connecting with diverse suppliers in local regions
  • Certified and non-certified women-owned businesses
  • Supporters and advocates of women-owned businesses, supplier innovation and partner organizations

Why attend:

  • Latest updates from key players in supplier innovation initiatives in Canada
  • Panel discussions focusing on challenges and opportunities for Canadian women-owned businesses in corporate and government supply chains
  • Roundtable business networking – women-owned businesses will be able to pitch their products/services to the buyers present at the event.

And much more!

Agenda

  • Morning
    • Coffee & networking
    • Sponsor Remarks
    • Leadership : Accelerate your supplier inclusion strategic plan through growth, visionary leadership, strategic planning, and innovative solutions
  • Afternoon
    • Sponsor Remarks
    • Panel
    • Workshop: Leading Your Organization During Disruptions
    • Round Table Session – pitch your business

Table Hosts

….to be confirmed

Meet the Presenters

Dr. Georgette Zinaty is President of Women Business Enterprises (WBE) Canada, leading national efforts to connect certified women-owned businesses to procurement opportunities and drive supplier diversity. A recognized thought leader, Forbes contributor, and global keynote speaker, Dr. Zinaty is renowned for her expertise in business transformation, innovation, and the integration of AI and data-driven strategies. She has founded Women Helping Empower Women (WHEW!) and DGZ Capital, and serves as Senior Advisor to Nobellum and on the Board of Advisors for ELLA at York University. Honoured with numerous awards, Dr. Zinaty is committed to empowering women, fostering inclusive innovation, and advancing leadership. She also teaches at Western University and Rotman, shaping the next generation of business leaders.



Carine Bergevin-Chammah is a seasoned economist with a Master’s degree from the Barcelona School of Economics and over seven years of experience in economic research and analytics. Her career spans a wide array of topics including transportation and infrastructure projects, international trade and commodities. During her two years at BDC, Carine honed her expertise in Canadian SMEs, delving deep into the business financing market and the unique challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises.

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Details

Date:
May 22, 2026
Time:

Venue

900 Blvd. De Maisonneuve Ouest suite 900, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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