2025 Tech Industry Panel
We are excited to announce this year’s 2025 Tech Industry Panel, happening on Thursday, March 13th. The theme for this panel is “Navigating Tech Careers: From Academia to Industry and Entrepreneurship”. This event will provide valuable insights from industry experts on career transitions, breaking into tech, and exploring entrepreneurial ventures. Students aspiring to launch their startups and seeking funding will gain valuable guidance on turning their ideas into reality.
📅 Event Details:
- Cost: FREE!
- Date: Thursday, March 13, 2025
- Time: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
- Venue: UFV Abbotsford Campus, K180 OR remotely via Zoom link
- Note that the doors will open at 11:30 AM for in-person guests to come early, sign-in, grab a pizza lunch, and find a seat. Participants will need to register as there is limited seating in K180.
🎤 Meet the Trailblazers:
Our esteemed panelists include:
- Prashant Agrawal – Founder of Be Pacific, specializing in multi-entrepreneurship
- Raza Mirza – Software Development Manager and Engineering Coaching at Amazon
- Isabelle Schmidt – Fractional CIO at Kerkhoff Technologies Inc., specializing in tech startups and IT for SME’s
- Jason Wong – Founder of Beta Collective and Cofounder of Coworking BC Society
Our panelists come from diverse backgrounds, ranging from successful company founders to industry experts working within prominent tech giants like Amazon. They’ll share their unique experiences, strategies for navigating career transitions, and provide invaluable advice to help you chart your path in the tech world.
💬 Engage, Ask, Network:
Participate in our interactive Q&A session. Engage with the experts, ask burning questions, and network with industry leaders who are shaping the future of technology.
🤝 Hosted by:
This event is proudly hosted by the School of Computing, the CECE (Center for Experiential and Career Education), the Esposito Family Centre for Innovation & Entrepreneurship (EFCIE), and the CSA (Computing Students Association). It's a collaboration aimed at bringing students and industry partners together and foster opportunities and connection.
🖥️ Can't Make it in Person?
No worries! We've got you covered. Register for the live stream to join the event from the comfort of your space or on the go.
We sincerely hope you can join us for an insightful and engaging event. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow industry professionals, gain valuable insights, and contribute to the conversation shaping the future of technology.
See you there!