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Supplier Diversity at Defy Conference in Montreal

DEFY 2024

Jun 12, 2024 - Jun 14, 2024 | Montreal
Date(s)
June 12, 2024 7:00 am - June 14, 2024 2:00 pm
Location
Le Centre Sheraton Hotel

Register now for Canada’s largest Supplier Diversity event!

This year, CAMSC, CGLCC, and IWSCC, (SDAC) together with WEConnect International as the event partner, join forces to bring you an unmatched diverse supplier experience. We have combined our programming to forge the future of Supplier Diversity in Canada and beyond. Our three-day conference welcomes hundreds of suppliers and corporations from across four vibrant networks, giving you unprecedented opportunities for learning, connection, and growth.

What to Expect at DEFY 2024

  • Inspirational Keynotes: Hear from industry leaders and gain insights that will help shape your growth in meaningful ways.
  • Diverse Networking Opportunities: Forge connections with like-minded entrepreneurs and corporate leaders, and open the door to valuable new partnerships.
  • Interactive Workshops: Sharpen your skills and stay ahead of the curve with engaging breakout sessions. Expand on topics such as AI, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and Sustainability to take your knowledge to the next level.
  • Trade Show Floor: Showcase your business and connect with new partners through a dynamic trade show featuring sponsors, corporations and suppliers from all industries and tiers.
  • Exclusive Matchmaking Sessions: Tailored specifically for certified suppliers and corporate partners, these sessions open the door to strategic collaborations across the SDAC network.

Forge the Future at DEFY 2024

As we navigate the rapidly changing waters in both political and economic spheres, we often ask ourselves how to DEFY the odds. How do we challenge tradition and encourage new and innovative solutions? How do we channel our companies in the right direction? Ultimately, how do we support and facilitate our companies to grow and expand their footprint across borders?

Over the last few years, we have recognized that a diverse supply chain is a resilient supply chain. Flexibility to pivot is critical when the environment is ever-changing.