BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CQCC: Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:CQCC: Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://queerchamber.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CQCC: Canadian Queer Chamber of Commerce REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Boise BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Boise:20250430T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Boise:20250430T093000 DTSTAMP:20260501T145122 CREATED:20250407T203357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T183155Z UID:10002167-1746000000-1746005400@queerchamber.ca SUMMARY:Unlocking Opportunity: Strengthening Canadian Procurement & Supply Chains with Purpose DESCRIPTION:Join CQCC and the Calgary Chamber of Commerce for a high-impact breakfast event designed to spark meaningful dialogue on the future of Canadian procurement and supply chain strategy! \n\n\n\n↓ Registration below ↓ \n\n\n\nWe’re thrilled to welcome Jessica Grey\, Global Procurement Strategy & Supplier Inclusion at RBC\, who will share insights from one of Canada’s leading corporations on advancing supply chain innovation through Supplier Diversity. As Canada faces economic headwinds—from rising tariffs to increasing pressure to buy local—the opportunity to strengthen supply chains through diverse\, innovative suppliers has never been more important. Darrell Schuurman\, CEO of CQCC\, will open the morning with a timely address on national procurement trends\, the shifting EDI landscape\, and the business economic imperative for inclusive sourcing. Additionally\, you’ll hear from one of CQCC’s certified suppliers\, Precipice Development. Kerri and Jess will offer their perspectives on navigating the corporate procurement ecosystem.Whether you’re just beginning your Supplier Diversity journey or looking to accelerate your impact\, this event offers actionable insights\, authentic perspectives\, and a welcoming space to connect. A complimentary breakfast—and plenty of coffee—will be served. \n\n\n\nLocation:SAIT Room\, Calgary Chamber of Commerce112 4 Ave SW Suite 410\, Calgary\, AB T2P 0H3\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\n\n\n*This event is designed for our corporate partners and prospective partners\, municipalities\, and academic institutions. Please limit registration to 2 representatives from each organization\, as space is limited.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPEAKERS\n\n\n\n\n \n Our Team \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Darrell Schuurman (he/him) \n\n \n CEO u0026 Co-Founder \n \n \n \n Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Darrell Schuurman (he/him) \n\n \n CEO u0026 Co-Founder \n \n \n \n Canada's 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce \n \n \n Darrell is an advocate of effecting social change through the economic empowerment of 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs. He is the co-founder and CEO of CQCC\, Canada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce\, a national not-for-profit organization with a mission to expand the opportunities and advancement of the 2SLGBTQI+ business community in Canada.rnrnUnder Darrell’s leadership\, CQCC is spearheading the 2SLGBTQI+ Entrepreneurship Program\, a landmark $25 million investment by the Federal Government. Through this initiative\, he has directed $8.5 million to enhance the entrepreneurial ecosystem nationwide and allocated $3 million to establish the national 2SLGBTQI+ Knowledge Hub\, fostering innovation and support for diverse business leaders across Canada.rnrnDarrell is a founding member of Supplier Diversity Alliance Canada\, a national organization dedicated to the advancement of research\, education\, and advocacy of supplier diversity in Canada. He sits on the Supplier Advisory Committee (Public Services and Procurement Canada) to provide support in identifying potential improvements to Federal Government procurement.rnrnHe is also the co-founder of the Canadian Gay u0026amp; Lesbian Business Education Foundation and Travel Gay Canada.rnrnDarrell completed his Bachelor of Commerce Degree at the University of Calgary\, and completed his Executive MBA from Richard Ivey School of Business\, Western University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jessica Grey (she/her) \n\n \n Global Procurement Strategy u0026 Supplier Inclusion \n \n \n \n RBC \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Jessica Grey (she/her) \n\n \n Global Procurement Strategy u0026 Supplier Inclusion \n \n \n \n RBC \n \n \n In Jessica’s current role\, she works with a team of Procurement and Business Professionals\, across the globe\, leading the Bank’s Supplier Diversity strategy\, reporting into the Strategy team in RBC Global Procurement under the Chief Administration Office umbrella. Jessica firmly believes that inclusive procurement practices strengthen local economies\, forge new business opportunities and create value for communities.rnrnShe is known for her strong relationship building skills and strong record in engaging teams\, which sets her up for success in her current role. She is bold and is known to tap into the full RBC network to identify the best opportunities for diverse suppliers.rnrnJessica is energized by connecting with suppliers and spends her time on finding ways to advance the equality of opportunity for Women\, BIPOC\, LGBT+\, people with disabilities\, service-disabled and veteran-owned businesses by promoting an inclusive supply chain and levelling the playing field for disadvantaged suppliers.rnrnIn her spare time Jessica carries that love for sports and you can often find her playing baseball\, soccer or basketball with various GTA women’s leagues. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kerri Robinson \n\n \n Co-Founder u0026 Strategy Lead \n \n \n \n Precipice Development \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Kerri Robinson \n\n \n Co-Founder u0026 Strategy Lead \n \n \n \n Precipice Development \n \n \n Associate Certified Coach\, Strategic Business Management u0026amp; Leadership Development ExpertrnrnACC\, MBA \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jess Robinson Lychak \n\n \n Co-Founder u0026 Creative Experience Designer \n \n \n \n Precipice Development \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Jess Robinson Lychak \n\n \n Co-Founder u0026 Creative Experience Designer \n \n \n \n Precipice Development \n \n \n Professional Certified Coach\, Facilitator\, Leadership Development Content Designer u0026amp; SpecialistrnrnMA\, PCC URL:https://queerchamber.ca/event/unlocking-opportunity-canadian-procurement-supply-chains/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR