News Summary

At the Cansbridge Story Night event in Vancouver, nearly 100 student entrepreneurs and prominent figures from Canada’s tech sector gathered to share personal stories of pivotal moments that influenced their careers. Hosted by BetaKit and La base entrepreneuriale, the event highlighted how taking risks and being open to opportunities can lead to significant career advancements. Speakers included Anjali Dhaliwal, CEO of Avo; Callum Woznow, co-founder of Slate; and Jesse Pound, founder of Vunatec, among others. They shared experiences ranging from embracing new opportunities to making strategic pivots in their careers. Maxwell Nicholson, CEO of Blossom Social, discussed his company’s transition from a social brokerage to a social network for investors, which led to significant growth and a successful crowdfunding campaign. The event underscored the importance of embracing change and thinking globally in the tech industry.