Breaking New Ground | The Laurel Packinghouse
Cultural Experiences
We’ve all been there — the moment you know it’s time to pivot, start fresh, or push yourself to the next level.
Breaking New Ground
is your invitation to embrace resilience, own your growth, and connect with others who are doing the same personally or professionally.
On Thursday, October 2nd, get ready for a
red carpet
affair at the iconic
Laurel Packing House
with
DJ Shado
setting the vibe, bringing together entrepreneurs, leaders, and visionaries for a night of powerful stories, meaningful connections, and unforgettable energy.
There is an incredible line-up of speakers including a national award-winning serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, and one of Canada’s most powerful women in business,
Jess Tetu.
Joining Jess will be the captivating
Alana Moor
named one of Canada's Top 40 under 40, sharing her story of grit, resilience and commitment to building a life aligned with purpose. Opening up the evening will be an inspiring local of ours,
Pam Rader
, who is known to be the master at guiding others through change with courage and clarity.
(Full speaker bios below)
Your Ticket Includes:
Up-close and Personal experience with award winning speakers
Complimentary glass of wine provided by
50th Parallel Estate Winery
(non-alcoholic option available) additional drinks can be purchased (credit & debit)
12ft Graze Table will be provided by
Curated Kelowna
! Curated Kelowna uses locally sourced, small batch ingredients from local farms and vendors. They pride themselves on representing the very best that the Okanagan has to offer
A red carpet welcome and an evening of connection in a stunning, intimate setting
Enjoying the vibes of DJ Shado
Professional photographer to capture all the moments
Do you want to attend the event, but dont want to go alone? You're no the only one!
No one should have to navigate an empowering night solo — especially one designed to spark new connections and opportunities. That’s why I offer
The Power Pair Connection
. Simply toggle 'YES, I would love that!' at your ticket checkout section and I’ll connect you with another guest before the event. You’ll arrive ready to step into the room together, start conversations, and make your mark.
Sponsors:
Title Sponsor:
TD Bank- Women in Enterprise
Gold Sponsor:
Body Bar Laser Clinic Kelowna
Rising Influence Sponsors:
Midas West Kelowna
Rising Influence Sponsors:
Micowake
Rising Influence Sponsors:
Atlas Rose
Wine Sponsor:
50th Parallel Estate Winery
Food Sponsor:
Curated Kelowna
Decor Sponsor:
Perspective Events
Photographer Sponsor:
Captured By Mesa
If you would like to join this incredible list of sponsors email Thrive@TheBossNetwork.ca and I'll send over all the information!
Jess Tetu -
Public Speaker |
Serial Entrepreneur
Jess Tetu is a Canadian entrepreneur making waves across the country in the beauty & spa industry while making an impact on her community through her dedication to philanthropy!Overcoming adversity at a very young age, Jess began her adult life on her own at the age of 15 years old and through dedication, determination and hard work has become a national award winning philanthropist and entrepreneur.
Jess is the sole owner of five Just For You Day Spas in Saskatchewan & Alberta, Founder & CEO of Lia Reese Canada, (Saskatchewan’s Beauty Brand), Founder & CEO of Iconic Betty Jewelry, Founder of Jess Tetu Consulting, and Founder & CEO of 4seventyone Recovery Resources, a not-for-profit charity she created.
She was named one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40, awarded the SK Entrepreneur of the Year Award, honoured with the YWCA Women of Distinction Award, and most recently received one of Canada’s most coveted awards when she was named one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women.
Alana Moor - Speaker | Entrepreneur | Relationship Strategist
Alana Moor is an award-winning speaker, entrepreneur, and relationship strategist, recognized as one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 Emerging Leaders for Social Impact. She is the founder of The Hourglass Movement, a growing initiative supporting incarcerated and formerly incarcerated women across Latin America, and a high-performing sales leader known for building powerful, lasting partnerships.
A former fashion stylist who spent nearly five years in a Central American prison, Alana emerged with a life-changing message: “You’re going to lose the time—don’t waste the time.” Her work inspires audiences to embrace radical responsibility, rise above survival, and lead with honesty, teachability, and purpose.
Pam Rader – Leadership Coach | Author | Founder of Shift Labs + Shift Power Yoga
Pam Rader is a transformational leadership coach, bestselling author, and founder of Shift Labs and Shift Power Yoga. With over two decades of experience helping individuals and organizations grow from the inside out, Pam brings a no-fluff, heart-led approach to leadership, communication, and personal power.
But her true credentials? Rising from the ashes more than once.
From escaping an abusive marriage, to walking the path alongside a child in addiction recovery, to rebuilding her life and business after deep personal loss — Pam doesn’t just talk about transformation, she lives it. Her journey is a testament to the truth that growth isn’t neat, tidy, or comfortable — it’s messy, raw, and wildly worth it.
Pam is on a mission to help people stop waiting for the “perfect conditions” and instead embrace the beautiful chaos of becoming. Whether she’s coaching high-level leaders, training new coaches, or standing on stage, Pam brings the fire, the truth, and the tools to help you break new ground — starting from exactly where you are.
Behind the Vision: Ceinwen Garcia, Founder
Ceinwen Garcia is a powerhouse entrepreneur, visionary leader, and community builder with an unshakable belief in the power of dreaming big—ridiculously big. As the co-founder of the women’s empowerment platform Boss Babe VIP, Ceinwen helped bring together hundreds of entrepreneurs through high-impact events, fierce community, and a shared drive to rise.
Now, she's taking that vision to a whole new level with The Boss Network—a next-generation space built for trailblazers ready to break ceilings, spark change, and lead with unapologetic boldness.
Named Best Entrepreneur Over 40 in the Best of Kelowna 2025 awards, Ceinwen continues to prove that success has no age limit—only a mindset. Whether it’s through her work as a published writer, Real Estate professional, or founder, Ceinwen’s entrepreneurial spirit is at the core of everything she does. She doesn’t just build businesses—she builds ecosystems where others can grow, thrive, and lead.
She believes in creating rooms where no one is left out, platforms where new voices can rise, and communities where wins are celebrated and struggles are supported. For Ceinwen, this isn’t just a brand—it’s a calling.
Because every single entrepreneur who shows up, speaks up, and dares to go all in on their dream...
They are her WHY.
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