BC-INDIA Business Network celebrated International Women’s Day on March 1 with keynote speaker Attorney General Niki Sharma. The program had an impressive lineup of more than a dozen speakers from diverse backgrounds and sectors. The theme was ‘invest in women.’

Sanjay Laul, founder, M Square Media (MSM) spoke about his commitment to diversity and inclusion, and introduced Sharma.

The event was attended by over 100 guests that included students, entrepreneurs, professionals, volunteers, corporate and community leaders with two workshop-style presentations, door prizes, networking and a meal together at the SFU Harbour Centre.

Dr. Vivek Savkur, Founder and President Emeritus, BC-IBN, said: “It is critical to invest in women for societal progress and it is important to celebrate the incredible contributions of women in all spheres of life.

Sobhana Jaya-Madhavan, President, BC-IBN, said: “BC-IBN celebrates women’s immensely valuable contributions to society and looks forward to continuing to work in a non-partisan manner with diverse stakeholders to advance women’s full participation in business and all facets of society.”

Learn more about BC-IBN: www.bcibn.com/