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Bigger Ideas Conference™
Bigger Ideas Conference™
Time: 9:00 am to 6:30 pm
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Location: Microsoft Offices, 725 Granville Street, Vancouver, B.C.
Theme: The Power of a Woman: Where Ambition Meets Legacy
Tickets and information: www.biggerideasconference.com
About This Event
On September 19, 2026, the Bigger Ideas Conference™ will bring an ambitious community of women together at Microsoft’s downtown Vancouver offices for a transformative day of learning, connection and inspiration.
Presented by Odihi and title-sponsored by Vancity, this year’s conference explores “The Power of a Woman: Where Ambition Meets Legacy.” Attendees will hear from a lineup of influential speakers and experts across entrepreneurship, technology, finance, wellness, leadership and the creative industries. Through thought-provoking panels, interactive workshops and curated networking experiences, guests will gain practical insights, build meaningful relationships and leave inspired to think bigger and create an impact that lasts.
The full-day conference is designed for women and women-identifying individuals at every stage of their personal and professional journeys, from students and emerging professionals to founders. Attendees will gain practical strategies, strengthen their financial confidence, access mentorship and build meaningful relationships within an ambitious community of women.
This year’s program will feature acclaimed writer and speaker Ijeoma Oluo as keynote, alongside a diverse lineup of leaders and experts, including Pocket Sun of SoGal Ventures and Parisa Asgharzadeh of Women in AI. Together, speakers will lead timely conversations on responsible leadership, sustainable ambition, creativity, career growth and lasting community impact. The day will also include interactive workshops, panel discussions and curated networking experiences.
