Speakers

Our slate of speakers are carefully curated to uplift women, elevate organizations, and drive progress across our industry.

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Catherine Dangerfield

Catherine Dangerfield is the Assistant Region Head for Private Wealth Management at TD, responsible for the co-leadership of TD's investment management and specialized services across British Columbia and the Yukon.

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Teresa Ryder

Now the Director of Partnerships for the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada, Teresa has spent more than 10 years in Indigenous tourism development. She is an experienced speaker, facilitator and trainer and advocate for the betterment of Indigenous Peoples.

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Tash McLeod

Tash McLeod is a dedicated advocate for safe, inclusive, and equitable workplaces. As WORTH Association’s first-ever employee and current Operations Manager, Tash has been instrumental in streamlining operations, building organizational capacity, and driving initiatives that educate, elevate, and engage women in recreation, tourism, and hospitality.

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Jasmine Marchant

Jasmine has over 20 years of Human Resources experience in Canada's Hospitality and Tourism sector. As Director of Human Resources at Parq Vancouver (2014-2019), she excelled in HR strategy, recruiting, training, labor relations, and performance management. Jasmine established D&I hiring standards, shaping the culture for 2,000 employees across the resort.

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Jorin McSween

Jorin McSween is a proud Man of WORTH and Catering Manager at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver. During his studies at UFV, Nancy Barker became an incredible mentor and motivator for Jorin and is one of the many Women of WORTH who have influenced and inspired him with their commitment to being heard, being brave, and being a part of something larger than themselves.

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Michelle Collens

A proud UBC alumna who played varsity volleyball for the Thunderbirds, Michelle Collens has made a career of her passion for sport. Michelle is currently the Director of Tourism and Destination Events with the City of Vancouver, working closely with all levels of government, tourism, and community organizations.

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Kemi Wells-Conrad

Kemi is the founder & president of Wells Luxury Travel, a boutique agency based in Vancouver which specializes in crafting tailor-made trips on all 7 continents with the focus on four core pillars - adventure, celebration, sustainable and wellness travel.

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Rehana Din

Rehana Din is the Chief Operating Officer for BC Pavilion Corporation (PavCo), the Crown corporation that owns and operates BC Place and the Vancouver Convention Centre.  Rehana joined PavCo in September 2013 as its Chief Financial Officer following a career in strategy, operational effectiveness and culture building in the hospitality and entertainment sectors.

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Heidi Murphy

Heidi Murphy is a dynamic force in the hospitality industry, blending culinary creativity with strategic vision. As the co-founder of Tribe Called Zest Hospitality LTD, she has built a portfolio of successful restaurants on British Columbia's Sunshine Coast, including the acclaimed Osprey at John Henry's and the beloved Shameful Tiki Room, known for its exceptional cocktail experiences. 

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Cindy Conti

Supporting the thriving tourism and hospitality businesses in the Vancouver, Coast & Mountains (VCM) region, Cindy Conti delivers expert guidance as the dedicated regional HR Consultant.

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Jen Murtagh

Jen Murtagh is co-founder of Maturn, supporting women navigating the intersection of motherhood and leadership. She is an ICF-accredited executive leadership coach, a dynamic speaker, and a workshop facilitator with over 20 years of experience in high-growth environments, both corporate and non-profit.

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