IdeasXChange: Impact of Purchasing Power event – Mar 1, 2017

At IdeasXChange, we believe strongly in empowering the invidual to make a positive impact on the world. Through educational events, networking, and collaborative learning, we have made this possible. At this event, we will be investigating the impact of YOUR purchasing power! We will be investigating how your choices can impact the local communities and businesses, and how we can instigate change by considering who we support!

How do I sign up?
 

If you’re looking to meet incredibly passionate people, chat about innovation and find out about meaningful projects, this event is right for you!

The spots are limited so make sure you save yours before registration closes!

We are hard at working putting together an exciting collaborative activity, that will push you to think critically and work with your teammates. We will be featuring various projects from the university and the local community. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn and connect with the best of UBC’s student innovators!

Keynote Speaker

Jessica Luc – Jessica is a business leader with a focus on sustainable business development in support of impact business ventures and social entrepreneurship. She works at Vancity as a Community Investment & Engagement Associate. Her accountabilities are unique as she oversees the sponsorships and partnerships portfolio. Through her work, she has the opportunity to contribute to creating positive social, economic and environmental impact.

We are working hard to bring you more of our community’s leaders, so stay tuned for more news!

Special Thanks to our Sponsor

Guayaki Yerba Mate

Guayaki’s mission is to steward and restore 200,000 acres of South American Atlantic rainforest and create over 1,000 living wage jobs by 2020 by leveraging our Market Driven Restoration business model. They have generously donated Yerba Mate tea drinks for attendees for our forum. As an attendee you’ll get one complimentary drink, just make sure you’re registered!

There will also be other refreshments and snacks so no need to worry about getting hungry.

Keeping In Touch With IdeasXChange

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