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From innovators to change-makers, every voice brings practical strategies to spark your next move. Come ready to be inspired, empowered, and equipped.
This Year’s Theme
Innovation. Infrastructure. Inclusion.
BTF Summit 2025 is where vision meets action. This year’s theme invites us to explore how innovation, infrastructure, and inclusion intersect to shape our future. Through thought-provoking discussions and strategic collaborations, we aim to redefine what's possible in our communities and industries.
All Speakers
Dr. Ako Ufodike
Keynote Speaker
Associate Professor York University and Former Deputy Minister, Alberta
Dr. Ufodike brings a wealth of experience from both public service and academia. His keynote will delve into how intentional innovation and inclusive infrastructure can drive transformative change.
Dennis Agbegha
Event Host
Regional Manager, Partnerships – Prairies, Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC)
Dennis Agbegha brings energy and insight to the summit as our host. With a strong background in fostering partnerships and supporting entrepreneurial ventures, he will ensure the event flows seamlessly, keeping attendees engaged and inspired.
Donna Combs Montrose
Fire Side Chat Speaker
Historian Laureate, City of Edmonton (2024–2026)
Donna Coombs-Montrose is a community activist and history advocate who has resided in Edmonton, Alberta for over 20 years. As Edmonton’s first Black Historian Laureate, she is committed to documenting and sharing the rich histories of Black communities in the region.
Ashif Mawji
Closing Remark
Managing Director of ScaleGood Fund
Ashif is a dynamic serial entrepreneur known for his relentless pursuit of efficiency, innovation, and impact in every venture he undertakes. Deeply committed to community building, he is a steady supporter of local initiatives and a passionate advocate for charitable giving. Ashif also mentors emerging entrepreneurs, sharing his knowledge and experience to help grow the next generation of business leaders who are driven by purpose, integrity, and sustainable success.
Christelle Bossalé-Mokoko
Fire Side Chat Moderator
Coordinator of Social Innovation Partnerships and Mobilization At Groupe3737
A born entrepreneur, seasoned communicator, and inspiring speaker, Christelle is a recognized leader in Canada’s Francophone community. She is the co-founder of the largest International Women’s Expo in Canada, based in Montreal, and a passionate advocate for women’s leadership and social innovation. Honored in Edmonton with the 2025 Women of Excellence Award in Entrepreneurship and named Woman of the Year in 2023, as woman of faith she embodies ambition, impact, and a commitment to empowering the next generation of changemakers.
Ayo Aiyeleye
Fire Side Chat Speaker
Executive Director At Alberta Innovates
I am a business leader, community advocate and entrepreneur, passionate about bringing innovative solutions to real-world problems. I have an extensive professional background across multiple countries and industries, both in the private and public sectors, and I bring a unique intersectional lens to my professional, business and community engagements.
Max Rose
Fire Side Chat Speaker
Founding partner of Best Step Real Estate Services Ltd.
Max is a highly motivated Real Estate Asset Management professional with 15+ years of experience and $15M+ in sales. Based in Edmonton, he co-founded Best Step Real Estate, manages a $60M portfolio, and leads development projects. Originally from the East Coast of Canada, Max also played a pivotal role in the growth of a local Edmonton pet food company that transitioned from a family-run business to being acquired by a private equity firm, and eventually became part of a global sale to a multi-billion dollar corporation.
Michele Evans
Fire Side Chat Speaker
Assistant Deputy Minister, Alberta Region – Prairies Economic Development Canada
Michele Evans is a dedicated and accomplished public servant, currently serving as Assistant Deputy Minister, Alberta Region – Prairies Economic Development Canada. With over two decades of government leadership, she has consistently driven innovation and excellence in public policy, program delivery, and strategic planning. Her expertise spans economic development, social policy, and public administration, earning her recognition as a transformative leader.
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Don’t miss this opportunity to be in the same room with the people shaping tomorrow’s economy at the BTF Summit.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
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