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SUMMARY:2024 EY/CCQC Pitch Competition
DESCRIPTION:Dates: February 28\, 2024 1:00 pm – May 31\, 2024 3:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCanada’s 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce\, in collaboration with EY\, invites CCQC’s certified suppliers and OUT for Business entrepreneurs to participate in the 2024 Virtual EY Pitch Series. This series comprises three Pitch Sessions throughout the year\, offering selected participants the opportunity to present their pitches to a panel of judges within a 10-minute timeframe. Judges will provide constructive feedback and tips to help entrepreneurs enhance their selling techniques to corporate buyers. \n\n\n\nThe pitch competition is only for CCQC’s certified suppliers and OUT for Business Entrepreneurs. \n\n\n\nFormat of the 2024 EY Virtual Pitch Series: \n\n\n\n\nEach round will feature at least three participants.\n\n\n\nThe order of presenters will be randomly selected before the presentations.\n\n\n\nPresentations are limited to two individuals from each participating company.\n\n\n\nEach participant will deliver a ten-minute presentation focusing on their service and value proposition.\n\n\n\nA two-minute warning will be given\, and presentations must conclude after ten minutes.\n\n\n\nPresenters may use PowerPoint presentations\, handouts\, or videos.\n\n\n\n\nPrizes:Winners of each round will be paired with mentors to prepare for the Finale in May. \n\n\n\n\nBest Pitch: Full scholarship to the Supplier Diversity Professional Excellence\, Tuck Executive Education at Dartmouth (approximate value: $4\,000US).\n\n\n\nRunner Up: To be announced.\n\n\n\nThird Place: To be announced.\n\n\n\n\nDates (Subject to change): \n\n\n\n\nMARCH 14 | 1-3 PM EST\n\n\n\nAPRIL 5 | 1-3 PM EST\n\n\n\nAPRIL 18 | 1-3 PM EST\n\n\n\n\n\nFINALE in May. Dates to be announced.\n\n\n\n\nYou will receive a calendar invite for your slot upon registration if you get in! \n\n\n\nMentorship:After the last pitch session on April 18th\, each finalist will be paired with a mentor from EY\, who will receive up to four hours of one-to-one mentoring to perfect their pitch. \n\n\n\nJudging:EY will secure a minimum of 5 judges for each session and the Finale. Candidates will be assessed on a scale of 1-5 for the following criteria: \n\n\n\n\nPresentation materials\n\n\n\nVerbal communications\n\n\n\nNon-verbal communications\n\n\n\nUse of time\n\n\n\nCommunication of core service(s)\n\n\n\nValue proposition\n\n\n\n\nEY is committed to maintaining a diverse supplier base and building relationships with suppliers that reflect the market\, clients and communities they serve. EY seeks to actively identify\, develop\, and do business with diverse suppliers as an integral component of its procurement activities. Their Inclusive and Sustainable Procurement team drives the supplier diversity initiative at EY to promote supplier inclusion.
URL:https://queerchamber.ca/fr/event/2024-ey-cglcc-pitch-competition/
CATEGORIES:Certified Supplier,OUT For Business
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SUMMARY:CCQC Connect: Panel\, Networking and Matchmaking
DESCRIPTION:Dates: May 16\, 2024 11:00 am – May 16\, 2024 4:00 pm \n\n\n\nIn-person and free to attend.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOpen to all\, discover a dynamic environment where 2SLGBTQI+ entrepreneurs\, corporate leaders\, and allies converge to unlock new opportunities\, foster meaningful connections\, and drive sustainable success. From insightful panel discussions to networking\, immerse yourself in a transformative experience crafted to amplify 2SLGBTQI+ voices and drive impactful change in the business landscape. Spanning across Toronto and Vancouver simultaneously\, CCQC Connect promises an unforgettable experience packed with opportunities to connect\, learn\, and grow together. \n\n\n\nBut that’s not all – brace yourself for the highlight of the day: our exclusive matchmaking sessions. Tailored specifically for CCQC-certified suppliers and corporate partners\, these sessions are your ticket to unlocking strategic collaborations and seizing exciting business opportunities. Whether you’re seeking innovative solutions or looking to expand your network of diverse suppliers\, our matchmaking platform connects you with the perfect match to fuel your success. \n\n\n\nLimited seats available – register now to guarantee your spot at this exclusive event. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for Toronto\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR VANCOUVER\n\n\n\n\nAgenda: \n\n\n\n\n11 am – 12 pm: Registration and opening remarks\n\n\n\n12 pm – 1 pm: Panel Discussion\n\n\n\n1 pm – 2 pm: Lunch & Networking\n\n\n\n2 pm – 4 pm: Matchmaking (The matchmaking session is exclusively for CCQC-certified suppliers and corporate partners)\n\n\n\n\nBoth events are hosted by BDC
URL:https://queerchamber.ca/fr/event/cglcc-connect-panel-networking-and-matchmaking/
CATEGORIES:Certified Supplier,Corporate Partner,National,National (Non-Voting),National (Voting),OUT For Business,Rainbow Registered
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