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The Power of Presence

Success isn't linear. Luckily, neither are you.

Calling all professional women of the Fraser Valley!  2026 is the year where we redefine success and leadership, and start showing up as our true selves. Join us for The Power of Presence, an immersive event designed to help you stop auditing your personality and start leading with authenticity. Moving away from performative management, we invite you to occupy your full space and lead with the confidence of your truest self.

WHERE

Clayburn Village Schoolhouse 4315 Wright St. Abbotsford

WHEN

April 23, 2026 from 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM

TICKETS

Earlybird Pricing on Now!

The Speaker Journey

Itinerary & Takeaways

Gaia Broda
Reclaiming Yourself: A radical reframe for high-capacity thinkers on how to reconnect with your body's wisdom to avoid burnout and lead with genuine
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Gerri Charles
The Wisdom of Truth: The founder of Champagne and Lace shares lived lessons from a lifetime of community-driven leadership and staying true to your path.
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The Power of Presence is curated to take you from internal reflection to external leadership action. You’ll walk away not only energised & inspired, but with an action plan to implement immediately. You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with local female business leaders in a meaningful, intentional way, crafting purposeful new relationships. 

Networking & Community

Join us at the historic Clayburn Schoolhouse for The Power of Presence, a boutique leadership intensive for the non-linear thinkers and multi-passionate creators who are tired of fitting into boxe

Not a typical awkward networking hour,  but a guided excercise led by the Women’s Leadership Council (WLC) to help foster deep professional connections.

The WLC seeks to build a community of empowerment, support and opportunities for women in the business community. 

The Power of Presence

Success isn't linear. Luckily, neither are you.

Calling all professional women of the Fraser Valley!  2026 is the year where we redefine success and leadership, and start showing up as our true selves. Join us for The Power of Presence, an immersive event designed to help you stop auditing your personality and start leading with authenticity. Moving away from performative management, we invite you to occupy your full space and lead with the confidence of your truest self.

WHERE

Clayburn Village Schoolhouse 4315 Wright St. Abbotsford

WHEN

April 23, 2026 from 3:30 PM - 7:30 PM

TICKETS

Earlybird Pricing on Now!

The Speaker Journey

Gaia Broda
Reclaiming Yourself: A radical reframe for high-capacity thinkers on how to reconnect with your body's wisdom to avoid burnout and lead with genuine
More about her
Gerri Charles
The Wisdom of Truth: The founder of Champagne and Lace shares lived lessons from a lifetime of community-driven leadership and staying true to your path.
More About Her

Itinerary & Takeaways

The Power of Presence is curated to take you from internal reflection to external leadership action. You’ll walk away not only energised & inspired, but with an action plan to implement immediately. You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with local female business leaders in a meaningful, intentional way, crafting purposeful new relationships. 

Networking & Community

Join us at the historic Clayburn Schoolhouse for The Power of Presence, a boutique leadership intensive for the non-linear thinkers and multi-passionate creators who are tired of fitting into boxe

Not a typical awkward networking hour,  but a guided excercise led by the Women’s Leadership Council (WLC) to help foster deep professional connections.

The WLC seeks to build a community of empowerment, support and opportunities for women in the business community. 

Earlybird Ticket

Available for a limited amount of seats
$ 195
  • Full Event Access
  • Catered Light Dinner
  • Guided Networking
Limited

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The ROI of Presence

Whether your’re an employed professional or an entrepreneur, professional development is an investment that always delivers exponential return.

To help with the expenses and maximize your ROI, consider:

Sharing about your attendance to your network

Asking your employer if this event’s cost might qualify for funding through their employee professional development budget

Prepare a Detailed Proposal
  1. Event Name: The Power of Presence
  2. Event Date: April 23, 2026 3:30-7:30PM
  3. Total Cost: $195* If you need to leave early to attend, include a plan for your early departure that minimizes disruption

Tell your employer not only how you’ll benefit from the professional development, but what value this brings the business. Align the conference topics with current opportunities and challenges.

Topics:

  • Leadership & Confidence
  • Presence/Showing Up Authentically
  • Avoiding Burnout
  • Making Connections

Offer to lead a mini “conference” for your team, sharing your takeaways from the event. This gives your employer more  “bang for their buck” and helps you solidify your own learnings, while putting into practice The Power of Presence. 

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