On Friday, June 13, 2025, Halifax was the backdrop for an empowering and transformative experience—the Wonder Women Halifax 2025 event presented by the Halifax Chamber of Commerce. The full-day event, held at the Shambhala Ballroom, provided attendees with insightful content, networking opportunities, and refreshments throughout the day.
Keynote Speakers & Panels
The programming featured a dynamic lineup of keynote speakers and breakout sessions covering themes of leadership, entrepreneurship, and empowerment: Barb Stegemann opened the day with a powerful keynote address, setting the tone with her inspiring message on purpose-driven leadership and resilience.Following the keynote, attendees took part in a variety of breakout sessions led by exceptional women sharing real-world insights and actionable advice.After the sessions, the afternoon stage welcomed a thought-provoking panel featuring: Tia Upshaw, Dr. Denise Daley, Laura Whiteland, and Navdeep Parmanand—each offering unique perspectives on community impact, representation, and navigating leadership roles. To close the day, Angie Gillis delivered a moving keynote that left the audience energized and deeply inspired.
Interactive Workshops
Participants had the opportunity to choose between interactive workshops focused on:
Self-Care & Wellbeing: Practical mindfulness and stress-management strategies for busy professionals.
Building Your Brand: Tips for networking, personal marketing, and expanding your professional footprint.
Negotiation & Advocacy: Empowering women to negotiate confidently and advocate effectively in the workplace.
Networking & Community
The event also included dedicated networking sessions and a vibrant vendor market showcasing local women-led businesses. Guests enjoyed coffee breaks, light refreshments, and meaningful opportunities to connect with peers, speakers, and mentors throughout the day.
Maverick’s Involvement
Three Maverick team members had the opportunity to attend the 2025 Wonder Women Halifax event—and the experience left a lasting impact. From inspiring speakers to valuable networking, the day was filled with insight and energy.
Here’s what one of our attendees had to say:
"Attending the 2025 Wonder Women Conference was an incredibly inspiring experience. From powerful keynote speakers to meaningful conversations with women in business, I left feeling energized and empowered. It was a true privilege to spend the day surrounded by women who are not only making an impact but also challenging social norms and paving the way for future generations."- Taylor Dominix
We’re grateful for the chance to be part of such a powerful event and look forward to applying what we’ve learned in our work and community.
Thank You & What’s Next
Huge thanks to the Halifax Chamber of Commerce for organizing an impactful and engaging experience. To everyone who participated—speakers, vendors, attendees—you helped make the event a success.
At Maverick, we’re committed to supporting and learning from events like this. Stay tuned for more updates on how we’ll be applying these insights and getting involved in upcoming initiatives.