KWIB’s Third Annual Business Bootcamp Returns to Kelowna with a Full Day of Strategy, Leadership and Growth

Kelowna Women in Business (KWIB) is bringing back its highly anticipated Business Bootcamp for a third year — and the 2026 edition is set to be its most comprehensive yet.

Taking place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at UBCO’s Okanagan Campus, this full-day experience is designed for entrepreneurs, managers and leaders who want to make sharper decisions, build stronger foundations and position themselves for sustainable growth.

Running from 8:30am to 4:30pm, the Bootcamp features nine expert-led sessions across three focused tracks: Business Fundamentals, Building Your Business and Personal & Professional Growth.

This is not surface-level inspiration. It is practical, strategic development for professionals ready to elevate.

Business Fundamentals

For entrepreneurs, managers and leaders who want to make smarter decisions.

• Finance with Tina Stanley of ATB WealthUnderstanding your financial drivers is non-negotiable. This session will equip attendees with the tools to evaluate business decisions, interpret financial data and communicate clearly and confidently about money.

• Strategic Planning with Grace Pontes, CPA, CMA of Linq MortgagesGrowth without strategy leads to burnout. This workshop focuses on building a clear, actionable roadmap — whether you are scaling a company, leading a department or positioning yourself for your next professional opportunity.

• Social Media Fundamentals with Maddy Dungate of Mads.CreativeIn today’s landscape, visibility matters. Learn how to use social platforms with intention to build credibility, communicate expertise and support your long-term professional goals.

Build Your Business

Because growth is not about doing more — it’s about doing the right things.

• Resiliency in Times of Change with Diane Crawford of The Voyage Inc.Uncertainty is part of growth. This session focuses on building the mindset and tools needed to navigate pressure, transition and complexity with steadiness and self-trust.

• How to Scale Your Business with Aneet Brar of Girlfriends Brow BarScaling requires more than ambition. Learn how strong culture, clear systems and intentional leadership create sustainable growth across companies of any size.

• Innovating for Growth with Shayla McLean of Implement to EmpowerInnovation is a discipline. This session explores how thoughtful innovation can unlock new opportunities, improve processes and drive long-term expansion.

Personal & Professional Growth

Sustainable success requires more than technical skill.

• Managing the Messy Middle with Beth HaneshewskiThe middle stages of growth can feel unclear and uncomfortable. Learn how to remain grounded, focused and effective during seasons that demand adaptability and patience.

• Leading to Influence with Sherrone Lobban of The Markiblak GroupLeadership is influence in action. This session strengthens how attendees lead conversations, inspire teams and shape outcomes — whether engaging clients, executives or stakeholders.

• How to Build Your Network Using LinkedIn with Leanne CalderwoodLinkedIn remains one of the most powerful tools for professional growth. This session will help attendees strengthen their presence, build meaningful connections and leverage the platform strategically for business development, visibility and career advancement.

Event Details

📍 Location: UBCO | Okanagan Campus, 1137 Alumni Avenue, Kelowna BC V1V 1V8

🗓 Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026

⏰ Time: 8:30am – 4:30pm

Get your tickets HERE: https://kwib.org/newsworthy/business-bootcamp/

KWIB’s Business Bootcamp continues to establish itself as a high-impact professional development experience in the Okanagan. With focused content, experienced speakers and a room full of driven professionals, the 2026 edition promises a day of learning, connection and meaningful transformation.

For entrepreneurs and leaders who are serious about building with intention in 2026, this is a room worth being in.