SPARK WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE May 17 & 18, 2023 | Fort St. John, BC

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THE CANCELLATION OF THE 2023 SPARK WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

In light of the current fire situation in the region, it is with heavy heart that the Steering Committee has made the difficult decision to cancel the Spark Women’s Leadership Conference on May 17th and 18th 2023. We believe we need to be lead responsibly and not put additional pressures on the local services. Our thoughts are with the members of our region who are facing the challenges with the situation on a personal level.

Once the situation settles down, the Steering Committee will determine if the conference will be rescheduled for a later date. Please give us time to make an appropriate plan – there are many elements that need to be considered and it will take us some time. Know that it is a top priority for the Steering Committee to provide clarity as soon as possible. Once the plan is developed, it will be communicated with all attendees, sponsors, and speakers. Refund requests will not be entertained at this time.

We urge all residents of the region to stay safe and follow the direction of the Emergency Operations Centre.

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Spark Speakers / 2023 Line-up

Trisha Miltimore

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Trisha Miltimore

Trisha Miltimore is an International Speaker, Confidence Coach, and Stress Consultant. To all you Sparklers out there - TRISHA IS BACK! She has dazzled us with her gorgeous smile and set us at ease with her insightful humor since year one, and it is our greatest privilege to have this amazing ROCKSTAR emcee our 10th Anniversary Conference!

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Drew Dudley

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Drew Dudley

Drew Dudley is an internationally acclaimed leadership speaker, Wall Street Journal bestselling author and the creator of the renowned TED talk “Everyday Leadership (The Lollipop Moment)”. Drew credits his Day One process with saving his life— now he travels the world aiming to redefine leadership for as many people as possible.

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Michelle Cederberg

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Michelle Cederberg

Michelle Cederberg is a speaker, author, coach and consultant, and has captivated audiences for over 17 years with her empowering and humorous messages about how to set worthwhile goals, get energized for success, and live a bigger life. Her new book The Success-Energy Equation, debuted as a bestseller in October 2020.

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Sarah McVanel

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Sarah McVanel

Sarah McVanel is a recognition expert, professional speaker, coach, author, recovering perfectionist, and movement maker. She has 25+ years of experience training, coaching, and leading teams, a BA in Psychology, MSc in Family Relations, and Diplomas in Human Resources and Healthcare Administration. She’s a die-hard carb-ivour, amateur hip hopper, and TikTok-embarrasser to her two kids.

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Merge Gupta-Sunderji

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Merge Gupta-Sunderji

Merge Gupta-Sunderji helps great people become exceptional leaders, who turn their people power into real results. A highly respected leadership expert and columnist, she gives people specific and practical tools to achieve leadership and workplace relationship success. As a leader at one of Canada’s premier oil and gas companies for over fourteen years, Merge's insights come from first-hand experience.

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Jessica Dumas

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Jessica Dumas

Jessica Dumas is a professional Speaker and Speaker Coach and the host of The Confidence and Communication Podcast. She is a known facilitator and Indigenous Emcee who uses her passion and knowledge to help businesses create more diverse and inclusive teams. Jessica is a powerful role model and advocate for women’s empowerment.

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Linh Huynh

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Linh Huynh

Linh Huynh is a professional speaker, author, TEDx presenter and extreme non-athlete. A life enthusiast who is passionately curious. She is on a mission to inspire people to face challenges and create an extraordinary life full of courage, joy and wonder. Amazing things can happen when people live with passion and curiosity!

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Whitney Armstrong

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Whitney Armstrong

Whitney Armstrong was born and raised in Fort St. John and has personally stepped up into the public eye with social media to connect with her clients and followers. She believes people hold themselves back for fear of what others may think, and insists they are only doing themselves harm. She has never let fear or self-consciousness stop her from putting it all out there and having fun!

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Jennifer Moore

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Jennifer Moore

Jennifer Moore is a SUCCESS NAVIGATOR and owner of Moorsaic Strategic Services, a consulting firm that specializes in organizational strategy and development for small business, non-profit, institutional, and local governments. A devoted community builder, Jennifer has been a driving force within SPARK since the very beginning—what started as a work initiative quickly gained the top spot in her heart

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Judy Kucharuk

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Judy Kucharuk

Judy Kucharuk loves to make the ordinary EXTRAORDINARY! She is Director of Marketing & Corporate Partnerships at Oakview Group, Ovintiv Events Center, and a columnist, speaker and author who uses her powers of observation to facilitate the human connection. She is also the Concept Creator of the first Spark Women’s Leadership Conference.

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Kathy Handley

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Kathy Handley

Kathy Handley is the Dean, Academic and Vocational programs at Northern Lights College and was one of the original founders of the Spark Women’s Leadership Conference. Kathy has experienced firsthand how SPARK can create communities and relationships that inspire and motivate women to dream big and take action right where they live and work!

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What is Spark?

Spark Women’s Leadership Conference has developed into a movement of women helping women to succeed in business and in the workplace. It pulls heavily on the model of mentorship, relevant skills training and professional development, with the northern workforce in mind.  

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Who should attend?

Any women looking for support and tools to succeed in their chosen career path or entrepreneurial business, who value connection with other women and want to grow and make a difference.

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Why Spark?

There are limited opportunities like Spark in the north for women in the workforce and Spark aims to create the environment for that connection and collective growth. The north is a region filled with talent, energy, passion, and drive; the Spark Conference provides women of the north the opportunity to hone their networking skills and participate in a local opportunity for professional and personal development.

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When and Where is it?

The conference is a two-day event taking place on May 17 & 18, 2023 at the Pomeroy Hotel & Conference Centre in Fort St. John, BC.

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Spark Testimonials

SPARKLER | 2021

``This was my first ever Spark Conference and I loved it! I will be back next year! Thank you so much for putting this on during this crazy time!``

SPARKLER | 2021

SPARKLER | 2021

``After a terrible year with options to create a “new normal” that are less than ideal, you knocked it out of the park…I felt connected, respected and cared for (omg those boxes were glorious), things a middle aged working mom has been struggling to feel while running around making sure everyone else is ok. I appreciate all of this - I felt all the feels and for the first time in a long time “normal” was restored. Thank you.``

SPARKLER | 2021

SPARKLER | 2021

``Thank you, thank you, thank you for moving ahead in spite of the challenges. I needed this opportunity to reVision and gain greater clarity and focus. Spark did not disappoint.``

SPARKLER | 2021

SPARKLER | 2021

``The effort put into organizing the online conference and the gift box were recognized, and very much appreciated. It's the first time I felt cared for in any conference or meeting in my recent memory. The team behind all this work should be proud and applauded.``

SPARKLER | 2021

SPARKLER | 2019

``Fantastic event that you continue to create every year after year! We are so fortunate to have such a high caliber conference right on our doorstep. Thank you so much!!``

SPARKLER | 2019

SPARKLER | 2019

``I thoroughly enjoyed my first Spark Conference and hope to return in the future. The venue, the speakers, the food and all the little extras were greatly appreciated. Thank you!``

SPARKLER | 2019

SPARKLER | 2019

``Thank you for putting this event on for the women in our community. I felt refreshed, energized and rediscovered my passion!``

SPARKLER | 2019

SPARKLER | 2018

``Thank you for creating this conference in Fort St. John. The caliber of speakers is phenomenal and I look forward to seeing some of the same next year!``

SPARKLER | 2018

SPARKLER | 2018

``I would like to just say this is an amazing conference to have here is Fort St. John and it was such an amazing experience to be apart of. Also the Angel Sponsorship was an incredible thing to develop to help those of us that cannot afford to attend. I need this conference in my life! It is going to be amazing for me to put what i learned to use in my current life and help me be amazing!!! Thank you to everyone who puts this on!``

SPARKLER | 2018

SPARKLER | 2018

``I wasn't too keen on attending this conference but the company I work for had recommended that I do. I am so happy I took the opportunity and could not have been more amazed at the caliber of the presenters and the magnitude of the event. It was a World Class Event!!!``

SPARKLER | 2018

SPARKLER | 2018

``As a first time Sparkler I enjoyed every minute and cannot wait to come back next year! I have told everyone they need to attend this is conference as it is a great opportunity to come to terms with yourself, your true values and goals in life! Especially if you have been on auto pilot for the last little while! It was exceptional!``

SPARKLER | 2018

SPARKLER | 2018

``This was my first time attending the conference. I'm so happy this is available in our area. Thank you to all of you for working so hard to put this together. I hope I get the opportunity to attend every year.``

SPARKLER | 2018

SPARKLER | 2018

``I think this conference completely exceeded my expectations, and I am very happy I was able to attend. I hope to attend next year as well!``

SPARKLER | 2018

Sparkler | 2018

``Thank you for your commitment to providing a world class conference in our own backyard. I am a huge supporter of Spark and am excited to see what you come up with for next year!``

Sparkler | 2018

SPARKLER | 2016

``I gained greater clarity about my own core values (integrity, honesty, respect round out the top 3 for me). I was able to reflect on where I can grow in my own life in order to live my values daily.``

SPARKLER | 2016

Spark 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

Shift Up | Fuel Your Purpose

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

Shift Up | Fuel Your Purposes

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

Shift Up | Fuel Your Purpose

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

Shift Up | Fuel Your Purpose

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

Shift Up | Fuel Your Purpose

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

Shift Up | Fuel Your Purpose

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

Shift Up | Fuel Your Purpose

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

Shift Up | Fuel Your Purpose

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

Shift Up | Fuel Your Purpose

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

Shift Up | Fuel Your Purpose

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

Shift Up | Fuel Your Purpose

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

SPARK 2019 HIGHLIGHTS

Shift Up | Fuel Your Purpose

Conference Sponsors / Thank you to our 2023 Sponsors

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ANGEL PROGRAM / Become an Angel Sponsor

Developed to create opportunities for women where their current financial situation does not allow them the ability to register and attend professional development conferences, the Angel program has seen over 100 women attend the conference through the generosity of a sponsor.

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About Spark

Spark Women's Leadership Conference is designed to provide professional development to enhance the career path of our female workforce.

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