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The Grind Unplugged

Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025
5:00pm to 9:00pm

Boa and Hare
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Jan.
16

An Evening of Cocktails and Coffee, Networking and The Exclusive Reveal of Boa and Hare

The Grind Unplugged: Boa and Hare's Networking Launch Party
Celebrating Edmonton's Community, Interior Design, and the Spirit of Entrepreneurship

Step into The Grind Unplugged, an extraordinary evening at Boa and Hare that celebrates the power of community, creativity, and connection. As part of Edmonton's revitalization plan, Boa and Hare is proud to breathe new vibrante life into downtown, fostering a vibrant space where ideas and people come together.

This exclusive event features a remarkable panel of speakers who will share personal stories of overcoming obstacles, navigating challenges, and thriving in business and leadership. Through thought-provoking conversations, we'll explore how resilience, collaboration, and leadership ignite meaningful change—not just in business, but in our communities.

Enjoy a night of networking with like-minded individuals, an exclusive reveal of Boa and Hare's inspiring design, and the opportunity to meet the visionary owners, the talented design team, and our inspiring TEDx speaker. Admission includes a cocktail or coffee, along with appetizers.

Come for the insights, stay for the connections, and join us in shaping a brighter community downtown Edmonton.

Speaker Panelists:

Rosalyn Fung

Rosalyn is a Transformational Leadership & Business Coach, former psychologist, Spiritual Guide, Flourishing Workplace™ Trainer, and TEDx Speaker. She helps CEOs, business owners, and teams eliminate energy leaks, optimize leadership skills, and build deeper connections in personal and professional relationships. Known for her bold energy and profound insights, Rosalyn empowers individuals to rewire their unconscious minds, overcome barriers, and achieve unstoppable success. She brings together neuroscience, psychology, strategy and energetics to help many entrepreneurs double, triple and even quadruple their income, create their first 6 figures and multiple 6 figures.

Wilson Wong

Visionary behind Boa & Hare, Wilson Wong brings 16 years of sales and leadership experience from Vector Marketing Canada & CUTCO Canada, helping businesses stay top of mind with impactful client appreciation and closing gifts.He is the author of Fun is My Favourite F Word, co-founder of CRW Orient Coffee and Boa & Hare Coffee and Cocktails, and co-owner of Van Loc Vietnamese Submarines. A passionate advocate for acquisitions and real estate, Wilson also serves as Director of Recipient Events for the Front Row Foundation Canada

Will Chen

Co-owner of the iconic Van Loc restaurant and the stylish Boa and Hare coffee and cocktail bar, William Chen masterfully blends tradition with modern flair, making his businesses beloved local favorites. As Chair of the Chinatown and Area Business Association, Will brings his leadership and vision to revitalizing the community, fostering collaboration, and celebrating the vibrant culture of Edmonton's Chinatown

Orlandice Balanag

Principal Interior Designer and Founder of Interiors on Point, Orlandice Balanag combines expertise in architectural technology and interior design to craft bold, imaginative spaces. With over a decade of experience in residential and commercial design, her work has been featured nationwide in Canada, including in Best Home magazine. Orlandice is launching her new custom wallpaper business, Think Different Walls, Bringing custom to walls; with its first feature proudly showcased at Boa and Hare. As the creative force behind Boa and Hare's stunning interior design, she blends creative thinking, Company branding, and functionality to craft boutique commercial spaces that make powerful statements


Boa and Hare

10520 97 Street NW
Edmonton , AB, T5H 1X7

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