SKY's the LIMIT - Cocktail style networking event
Boss Babe VIP partnered with KF Centre for Excellence, bring you an evening of connecting & reminding one another that the SKY's the LIMIT!
About this event
SKY's the LIMIT
Boss Babe VIP is thrilled to announce our partnership with KF Centre for Excellence for an extraordinary event: SKY's the LIMIT. Join us for an uplifting cocktail-style networking event full of empowerment, as we connect with women of all identities who share our vision of cheerleading each other to the top!
Hosted in the spectacular Hangar of KF Centre for Excellence, you will hear the inspiring and motivating words from our Featured Speakers, Kierra Smith, 2x Olympian, who has won multiple medals and Tracy Medve, President,CEO and Director of KF Aersopace.
You will also get to browse the vender tables, enjoy wine from 50th Parallel Estate Winery and delicious appetizers provided by Kelowna's newest hot spot, Pretty Not Bad, while being amazed at the unbelievable performance from Kinshira Entertainment. This event promises to be unforgettable as DJ Shado sets the vibes for all you Boss Babes.
There are TWO ticket options available, so please see below.
~ This event is proudly sponsored by our Platinum Sponsor, TD Bank of Canada - Women in Enterprise
Meet your Speakers:
Kierra Smith, 2x Olympian & Motivational Speaker
Under the theme "Sky's the Limit," Kierra will share her inspiring journey of determination and triumph. Dive into the depths of motivation and self-discipline as Kierra recounts the focus it took to achieve Olympic qualification.
She'll empower you to silence self-doubt and embrace your full potential, offering firsthand insights into conquering distractions and maintaining unwavering focus towards your goals.
Don't miss this empowering opportunity to elevate your mindset and unleash your inner champion with Kierra's invaluable insights on setting audacious goals, overcoming personal barriers, and relentlessly pursuing excellence!
Tracy Medve, President & CEO and Director - KF Aersopace
Tracy will share her exhilarating journey through her experiences as a Canadian Airline Executive, offering firsthand insights into running airlines, aerospace engineering, aircraft procurement and sales, and international airline consulting.
In a strongly male-dominated industry, Tracy has shattered barriers and risen to the top, proving that the sky is truly the limit for one's career aspirations. Join us as Tracy shares her story of triumph and resilience, empowering you to reach for the stars and achieve your own professional dreams.
You'll want to have this empowering opportunity to learn from Tracy's wealth of experience and expertise, and discover how you too can soar to new heights!
TWO Ticket OPTIONS:
First Class (Limited Tickets Available)
An hour (5:00-6:00) of EXCLUSIVE mingling with Speakers, Sponsors, Supporters and your Boss Babes
Private musical performance from the talented Lisa Dunn
Additional drink ticket for a complimentary glass of wine provided by 50th Parallel Estate Winery, (credit & debit for additional drinks. Non alcoholic option available)
Access to the incredible KF Centre for Excellence Museum
Swag bag
Sky's the Limit cocktail event to follow from 6:00-9:00 with everything included in the Standard ticket (see below)
Standard
Access to the North Hangar for Sky's the Limit cocktail event to connect (6:00 - 9:00)
Hearing from our Featured Speakers, Kierra Smith & Tracy Medve, along with a guest speaker
One drink ticket for a complimentary glass of wine provided by 50th Parallel Estate Winery, (credit & debit for additional drinks. Non alcoholic option available)
Delicious appetizers provided by Pretty Not Bad
Entertainment provided by Kinshira Entertainment and DJ Shado
Connecting time with like-minded women of all identities
Local curated Vendor Tables
Door prizes
How you know this event is for you:
Boss Babe VIP has created a sisterhood of amazing women of all identities that offers a welcoming environment.
Whether you're coming to network and connect with other businesses, meet your new best friend, or simply enjoy a night out, this event is for you!
Come alone, come with colleagues, just get your ticket and come to the event! You'll be happy you did.
Sponsors:
Platinum Sponsor: TD Bank: Women in Enterprise
Venue Sponsor: KF Centre for Excellence
Wine Sponsor: 50th Parallel Estate Winery
Food Sponsor: Pretty Not Bad
Connect Sponsor: Acera Insurance
Cheerlead Sponsor: (YOUR COMPANY NAME HERE)
Celebrate Sponsor: (YOUR COMPANY NAME HERE)
Decor Sponsor: Epic Events Party Rentals
Support Sponsor: Milestones Kelowna
Email us at connect@bossbabevip.ca for more information on sponsorships & showcasing your business at this event!
Message from your Biggest Cheerleaders:
Hey Babes,
We are so excited to spend the evening celebrating all you Boss Babe VIPs and witnessing the strong connections & friendships you will make through-out the night.
So come, enjoy your complimentary glass of wine provided by 50th Parallel Estate Winery and delicious appetizers provided by Pretty Not Bad, meet amazing like-minded women of all identities while DJ Shado sets the vibes, and take in the motivational message that our Featured Speakers, Kierra Smith & Tracy Medve will share with you all!
See ya there!
X,
Ceinwen Garcia & Rachela Pollock
Speaker
Kierra Smith, 2x Olympian & Motivational Speaker
Kierra is a proud 2x Olympian Canadian breaststroke swimmer competed in Rio 2016 & Tokyo 2020. She won a gold medal in the 200m Breaststroke and a silver medal in the 4x100m Medley at the 2015 Pan American Games.
Along with two silver medals, one in the 200m Breaststroke and one in the 4x100m Medley at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
She eventually went on to take home the bronze medal in the 4x100m Medley at the 2019 World Championships.
In the Autumn of 2019 she was member of the inaugural International Swimming League swimming for the Energy Standard International Swim Club, who won the team title in Las Vegas, Nevada, in December.
Kierra, demonstrates resilience and determination. Her journey inspires countless souls to pursue their dreams with unwavering passion and belief. She showcases the profound impact of grit and unwavering determination on the path to greatness and shows us all that great success is achievable with hard work.
Speaker
Tracy Medve, President & CEO and Director
Since 1985 Tracy has held various senior airline management positions at Norcanair, Time Air, Canadian Partner and Canadian Regional Airlines. Tracy was the co-founder of C.T. AeroProjects, a Calgary-based consultancy focused on air transport resource management, working with a wide range of public and private aviation clients around the world. From 2007 to 2012 Tracy was the President of Canadian North Airlines. In May 2013 Tracy was appointed as the President of KF Aerospace and became President and CEO in August 2021.
Tracy is a lawyer by training (University of Saskatchewan, 1982) and in 2009 graduated from the John Molson School of Business Global Aviation MBA program at Concordia University. She is the 2007 recipient of the John Molson School of Business MBA Scholarship and was inducted as a member of the Beta Gamma Sigma honor society in 2009. She is also the recipient of the James C. Floyd Award for her contribution to the Canadian aerospace industry, awarded in November 2022.
Tracy is the Past Chair of the Air Transportation Association of Canada and the first woman in Canada to be inducted as an Honorary Life Member of ATAC. She also sat as a Director of the Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries (CADSI) and was a member of the University of British Columbia, Okanagan External Advisory Board. Since 2003 she has served as a part-time member of the Transportation Appeal Tribunal of Canada (TATC). Tracy is the current Chair of the Fortis BC Board of Directors and the current Chair of SkyAlyne.
Tracy also served in the Canadian Armed Forces Reserves as a Signals Officer from 1975 to 1981. She has two adult sons and enjoys golfing, cycling and learning to play the piano in her spare time.
Tracy became a director of KF Capital Ltd. in October 2023.