April 15, 2011 - Defying Expectations
A one-day thought changing conference for women who are ready to take leadership in their lives to exceed limiting beliefs to shape communities, families and individual success.
World Class Speakers
Former Governor General of Canada and Current United Nations Ambassador to Haiti
Vancouver Sun Editor in Chief
Named among Canada’s Top 100 most powerful women of 2010
Lawyer and Award Winning Journalist of 30 Year

Dianne Watts
Mayor of Surrey, British Columbia
The fourth ‘Best Mayor’ in the world, in the 2010 World Mayor Contest.
Recognized as one who has made long-lasting contributions to her community
Canadian Figure Skater, 6 time Canadian Champion and Olympic Bronze medalist at the 2010 Vancouver Olympics
This inspiring and empowering one day conference is designed for women of influence.
Women who desire to strengthen their families, challenge and change their communities, and impact their organizations in a positive way. It is designed especially for women like you.
Share in lives that defied expectations
Hear the captivating stories of four of Canada’s most accomplished and influential women, live and in person
Choose your future of possibility
Decide who you will be, what limits you will defy, and learn how to turn your choices into daily action
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Clarify your own unique vision
- Identify the lies and limiting beliefs that influence your thinking
- Raise your confidence and self esteem
- Build new alliances
- Connect, communicate and collaborate
Additional Benefits
- World Café – Check in with the other women in the conference who like you, have an intention to succeed and influence their communities for the common good.
- Enjoy lunch – it’s included in your ticket, as well as refreshments in the morning and afternoon.
- Discover the results of the 2011 Canadian Research results from Dear Diary – Women Identify what creates success in home, business and community in today’s culture.
- Meet the women of myTrustnetwork.ca – local leaders who crafted this event
- Take home your conference workbook, new contacts, life changing ideas and the Early Bird* special promotional gift.
- Leave with new confidence, resolve and the tools to create unlimited beliefs that will change your world.
Date and Time
Friday Apr 15, 2011
8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PDT
Defying Expectations – Conference Details
7:30 – Doors Open - Coffee & Pastries Available
8:00am – Auditorium Opens (note: no food or drink in the auditorium)
8:30 – Program Begins
Welcome
Dianne Watts - Mayor of Surrey
Media Presentation
Joannie Rochette - Canadian Champion, Olympic Medalist
Break
‘Dear Diary’ Research Feedback
Light Lunch on Site – World Café
Patricia Graham - Editor in Chief, Vancouver Sun
Mini Break
Rt. Honourable Michaelle Jean - UN Ambassador to Haiti
Wrap-Up
4:30 – Conference Closed
Location
Peach Portal Church Auditorium, South Surrey BC
15128 27B Ave., Surrey, BC V4P 1P2
The Auditorium at Peace Portal is Conveniently located at the intersection of King George Blvd and 152nd Street in South Surrey.
Parking is free.
Fees/Admission
Save $30 by booking through the Surrey Board of Trade!
Regular early bird price: $249 + HST
Surrey Board of Trade early bird price: $219 + HST
Note: Special pricing is only available between March 9th and March 25th