Exmerce Fireside Experts is flipping the script and bringing you the insights you need from the experts you wanna know!

This is not your typical sit-back-and-listen kind of night. We’re bringing together some of Edmonton’s most inspiring and accomplished experts from across industries for an evening packed with fresh insights, real conversations, and the kind of networking that actually means something.

Event Theme: Women in business – leadership and resiliency

Panelists:

Marie-Laure Polydore | Senior Business Development Manager, Futurpreneur

Janice Baskin | Manager, Edmonton Regional Innovation Network

Monique Collins | Owner/Founder- Cree Knowledge Keeper, Dragonfly Spirit CreeAtions Ltd

What makes Fireside Experts different?

• No fluff. No surface-level chat. Just authentic, unfiltered stories and strategies from people who’ve been in your shoes.

• A relaxed, fireside-style atmosphere at a local spot where panelists and attendees engage on a real level.

• Audience-driven Q&A that goes deep—ask the questions you actually want answered.

If you’re on the list, get ready for:

• Big ideas and breakthrough moments

• A-ha insights you can take home and put into action

• An electric mix of perspectives from entrepreneurs, innovators, and industry leaders

And let’s talk about the networking…
This isn’t just handshakes and small talk. After our panel discussion, you’ll connect with like-minded professionals, bold thinkers, and—yes—the panelists themselves. Build real relationships that could lead to your next big move, collaboration, or lightbulb moment.

Come curious. Leave inspired.
Fireside Experts is where Edmonton’s sharpest minds come to connect, grow, and spark something new.