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

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It’s time to power through change!

Change is the most difficult things we do as human being. It requires active engagement and that is exhausting. It’s why we see and feel so much resistance to change in all aspects of our lives. Our 2022 conference theme is ‘Game On – Power Through Change Like a Boss’. Learning to navigate a constantly shifting landscape with grace and curiosity, while bringing your team and coworkers along with you is a skill that must be constantly honed. The reality is that nobody knows what the future holds or how things are going to work out and that is terrifying for most people. Spark 2022 will provide the insights and tools to Power Through with confidence and inquisitiveness.

Our 2022 Virtual Event Platform is hosted by Whova!

Whova will host all things Spark this year and we believe that we’ve selected a platform that creates the opportunities to engage with each other, in the absence of our usual format.

If you have registered for Spark, you should have received an email with instructions on how to access the event platform and download the app to your mobile device. In case you missed the email, here is a button to access the platform. You will have to use the email that was used for your registration in order to get into the system.

If you have any problems, please contact our technical support, Sean Graham at 250.572.0869 or by email at sean@chromaside.com

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Spark Speakers / 2022 Line-up

Trisha Miltimore

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Trisha Miltimore

Trisha Miltimore is an international speaker, confidence coach and stress consultant inspiring others to reach Soul Centered Success. Trisha is truly one of our honourary Sparklers and is back again in 2021 to be a session speaker and our Emcee extraordinaire!

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Arika Pierce

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Arika Pierce

Arika Pierce is a Leadership Coach, attorney, author and speaker. After spending over fifteen years in corporate leadership positions, she now works with organizations to develop their professionals by ensuring they have the right tools and resources to excel in their organizations and grow and thrive as leaders.

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Tina Varughese

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Tina Varughese

Named one of Canada’s Top 10 Notable Speakers by Ignite Magazine, Tina cleverly tackles hot button topics, like diversity and inclusion, in today’s complex climate. Tina has a strong professional background in immigration where she ran her own successful relocation and settlement firm prior to speaking professionally.

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Sandra Lane

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Sandra Lane

Sandra Lane is a Certified Professional Productivity Specialist and owner of Organization Lane. She believes success is in simplicity, and uses her 12+ years of expertise in productivity and organization to speak, write and consult across the globe. She motivates and inspires positive change in the areas of time management, organization and productivity for the home, office and life.

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Kristy Ware

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Kristy Ware

Kristy Ware is a speaker, educator and the author of Synergize Your Health - The 6 Elements for Greater Vitality and Joy. Kristy inspires individuals and organizations to take action toward greater health and well-being, build courageous confidence and dismantle the obstacles to workplace inclusion.

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Kristina Crooks

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Kristina Crooks

Kristina Crooks is a Senior Manager within the Indigenous Services Consulting Team at MNP in Calgary. She has 15 years of experience working with Indigenous communities and organizations across Canada on areas of business governance, business planning, and project management. As well, she has provided training on topics such as strategic planning and entrepreneurship.

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Melanie Campbell

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Melanie Campbell

Melanie has an extensive sales and leadership background, having spent the last 25 years leading a number of successful sales channels. She joined the TD Bank in 2018 where she won numerous awards while leading a top performing team.Today Melanie is the Western Canada Regional Manager for Women in Enterprise at TD Bank, where she is proud to support and promote women's economic empowerment.

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Beverly Beuermann-King

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Beverly Beuermann-King

For over 20 years Beverly has used her S-O-S Principle with people who want to control their reactions to stress, build resiliency against life’s challenges and live healthy, successful lives. Since 1995, she has spearheaded her own company, Work Smart Live Smart, and has helped teams from a wide range of industries including healthcare, education, government agencies, finance, and not-for-profit.

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Mariat Lennon

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Mariat Lennon

Mariat is a the Regional Manager LGBTQ2+ Business Development Pacific and The Yukon for TD Group. She is responsible to develop and execute the LGBTQ2+ business strategy within the region across all identified business lines through a One TD approach.

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Sarb Johal

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Sarb Johal

Sarb Johal is the Area Manager of Small Business Banking for the Downtown Vancouver and North Shore markets for TD Canada Trust. She leads a dedicated team of 12 Account Managers who are responsible for providing expert advice and solutions to meet our small business customers financial needs across 17 TD branch locations.

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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 takes place on May 19, 2022. Due to the changing COVID restrictions and the uncertainty surrounding Provincial Health Orders, the 2022 conference will be a virtual event. The event will be hosted on the Whova Platform with live Zoom sessions and workshops.

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GREAT READS / 2022 Speaker & Steering Committee Book Recommendations

We’ve put together a great list of book recommendations from our 2022 Speakers and Steering Committee Members. These books are sure to motivate and inspire you on your professional development journey. Happy reading Sparklers!

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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 2022 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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