OC Events

What will the Okanagan look like in 10 years? How will business, community organizations, and financial institutions shape the region?

Tuesday, May 5 2026
Theater S104 Okanagan College Main Campus
Student Services Building 1000 KLO Road, Kelowna

Agenda:

7:30 - 8:10 Networking with coffee and pastries
8:10 - 8:15 Welcome Ceremony
8:15 - 9:30 Panel discussion
9:30 - 9:45 Q&A
10:00 Event concludes

Join us for Okanagan 2036: CEOs on the Future of Our Valley, a dynamic morning panel bringing together influential leaders to explore the opportunities, challenges, and transformations ahead for Kelowna and the broader Okanagan Valley.

Hosted through a collaboration between MacKay CEO Forums and the Hall School of Business and Entrepreneurship at Okanagan College, this event will feature an engaging conversation with regional leaders who are shaping the economic, social, and entrepreneurial future of our community.

The discussion will be facilitated by Dr. Neil Fassina, President of Okanagan College, guiding a forward-looking conversation about how the region may evolve over the next decade.

Featured Panelists:

Allyson Graf – CEO, YMCA of Southern Interior BC: Leading a major regional organization serving communities from Vernon to Penticton, Allyson brings insight into the social infrastructure needed to support a growing region.

Brian Hawkins – CEO, BigSteelBox: Based in Kelowna and operating across Canada, Brian offers an entrepreneurial perspective on growth, logistics, and the region’s evolving business landscape.

Simon Mills – President, Valley First Credit Union: As leader of the Okanagan’s largest credit union, Simon will share insights on the region’s financial health, investment trends, and economic outlook.

Jennifer Hollis – Managing Partner, MNP (Okanagan–Thompson Region): Representing one of the region’s leading professional services firms, Jennifer will provide perspective on regional business trends, growth sectors, and opportunities ahead.

While this event is complimentary, please RSVP to save your seat. Seating is limited.

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