Reflect & Reset: The YYC Tech Holiday Party

As the year 2025 is coming to an end, we want to take some time to reflect on the amazing things this year has brought, the challenges we faced and overcame, and the goals that 2026 will bring.

MegaTech and Friends of Figma Calgary warmly invite you to join us for an evening of connection, celebration, and community at Reflect & Reset: The YYC Tech Holiday Party.

This is a free in-person event, please use this link to RSVP:
https://friends.figma.com/events/details/figma-calgary-presents-reflect-amp-reset-yyc-tech-holiday-party/

Agenda details

4:30 pm - Doors open / Networking

KPMG Stage

• 5 pm - Opening and Introductions
• 5:20 pm - Panel by Tech Connect
  Skills of the Future: What to Master for 2026 and Beyond
  Chris Purtill, Manager, Field Engineering at DataBricks, Andrey Sivyakov, Data Scientist at Microsoft, Manivannan Sugumar, Solution Architect at Salesforce
• 6:00 pm - Talk by Calgary Agile
  Performance - Sustainable but Not Comfortable
  Angela Henders, VP Business Development
• 6:30 pm - Talk by YYC Data Society
  Building the Right Data Engine: A Guide to Measurement Strategies
  Kai Jun Ma, Senior Marketing Science Analyst at Critical Mass

East Annex

• 5:20 pm - Networking Poker by Friends of Figma and Calgary UX
  Join us for a fun session aimed at learning about people and making meaningful connections.|
• 6:30 pm - Beginners Salsa with Kate

As the year comes to a close, we’re bringing together Calgary’s tech communities, creators, builders, and innovators for a relaxed and meaningful night where everyone is welcome.