IWD 2026: Break the Pattern – A Women Techmakers Calgary Experience
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Challenge the status quo. Build what's next. Celebrate women+ in tech, business, and leadership.
💡 Theme: Break the Pattern
Break cycles of exclusion, invisibility, and survival mode.
Build new systems of visibility, value, and voice - especially for women+, immigrants, and those often underestimated. "Break the Pattern" is more than a theme - it's a movement.
This year, we are not just talking about change - we are designing it.
From inspiring keynotes to hands-on action labs, we are gathering women+ in STEM, business, innovation, and impact to challenge systemic norms, reimagine visibility, and unlock leadership at every level.
Whether you are building your first career, pivoting into tech, re-entering after a break, or launching something of your own - this space is for you.
Agenda
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Hosts
Arobo Ako - Government of Alberta (HCM Business Intelligence Consultant)
Arobo Ako is an HCM Business Intelligence Consultant with a deep passion for leveraging technology to drive strategic decision-making. She believes in the power of data and analytics to transform businesses and create meaningful solutions in today’s digital world. As the Board President of the Navy League of Canada, Calgary Branch, she plays a pivotal role in supporting youth programs …
Bukola Shittu
12 years of experience creating and deploying over 50 successful multi-billion-dollar and award-winning consumer and enterprise products within Financial Services, FinTech, StartUps, e-Commerce, Insurance, and health technology.
Highly skilled in leading and motivating high performance teams, crafting a vision, and rallying cross-functional teams to deliver innovations on behalf of custo…
Dade Awoyelu - VentureC (Technical Product Designer)
Dade Awoyelu is a Technical Product Designer at VentureC, where I specialize in designing and developing user-centric digital experiences. With a background in Computer Engineering and Mobile Application Development, Dade blends UX design, front-end development, and product strategy to create impactful solutio…
Jasmin Cha
Jocelyn Phu - City of Calgary (Analyst)
Jocelyn is passionate about digital equity and inclusive policy development. She works with organizations to develop and implement strategies that bridge the gap between business needs and social impact. Her expertise in navigating the digital landscape and leveraging automation helps organizations build stronger partnerships and achieve greater efficiency. When she's not pushing for policy ch…
Semirah Dosunmu
Sherry Yang - Venue.sh, The Adaptavist Group (Engineering Manager)
Sherry Yang is an Engineering Manager at The Adaptavist Group; she has over a decade of experience working on software solutions, web technologies, and career growth in tech. She is an expert in engineering management, project engagement, and digital skills advocacy. As a Women Techmakers Ambassador with Google and Google Developers Group Organizer, Sherry actively connects intersectionality i…
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Partner
Hunter Hub for Entrepreneurial Thinking (https://www.ucalgary.ca/hunter-hub)
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