Women Innovators Network

Founded in 2015, the Women Innovators Network (WIN) creates space for women in technology and entrepreneurship through programming that focuses on three core areas: Skill Development, Career Development, and Alumni Speaker Sessions.

Through industry panels, networking events, professional workshops, and hands-on skill-building sessions, WIN connects members with professionals across industries while building confidence, career readiness, and community. The organization continues to expand its reach across BC while fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all members.

One standout initiative is the WIN mentorship program, which pairs juniors and seniors with first- and second-year students to create supportive, long-term connections within the community. Mentors and mentees meet individually and in small pods throughout the semester to share guidance, discuss goals, and navigate academic and professional growth together. The program is strengthened by community events such as HalloWIN, Galentine’s Day, and the Mentorship Roundtable, which offer structured opportunities to bond and build meaningful relationships. 

Programming

WIN’s speaker sessions bring in external guests from a wide range of industries to share their insights, typically in a fireside-chat or panel set-up. These conversations give members the chance to learn about the entrepreneurial experience, explore different corporate roles, hear personalized career advice, and ask company-specific questions in an open and supportive format.

WIN’s skill development series helps members build practical, career-ready abilities through hands-on workshops and interactive lectures. These sessions cover a wide range of topics, including Excel and computer science fundamentals, résumé and LinkedIn optimization, interview preparation, negotiation strategies, and personal branding. WIN has also partnered with The Hatchery makerspace in the past to offer workshops that encourage creativity and introduce students to prototyping and problem-solving tools.

WIN’s career development programming helps members explore professional pathways through panels, networking events, and informational workshops. These events introduce students to a variety of companies and roles while providing opportunities to connect directly with industry professionals. Past programming has included the Deloitte Women in Audit Panel, a Dell Technologies collaboration, LinkedIn headshot sessions, a HarbourVest Partners info session, and internship panels that highlight the experiences of fellow students.

The End of Semester Dinner (EOSD) gives students a unique opportunity to connect with a founder in a relaxed setting, hearing both formal and informal insights about the journey of female founders. Typically held in the Heights Room, the event features dinner, dessert, raffles, and prizes, creating a space for meaningful conversations and learning outside of the classroom. This past year's guest was Madeleine Brason, the founder of Madeline's Candy Shop!

The Female Founders Panel is WIN’s spring semester centerpiece, offering students the opportunity to connect with one to three female founders over dinner. The event features a moderated panel where founders share their personal journeys, insights, and lessons learned. It provides a unique setting for students to engage with BC community founders in both formal and informal conversations, gaining a deeper understanding of the experiences, challenges, and successes of female entrepreneurs.

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