Event Spotlight: Entrepreneur's Round Table

🎉 Meet Our Panelists!

We are excited to introduce our amazing panelists who will share their expertise and stories:

Codi Lynn

Codi Lynn is the motherhood and adventure blogger behind @creativecodilynn. She recently became a coparent and has been sharing the raw emotion behind what it’s like being a single working at home mom during her days on and then shares her adventures around BC during her days off. With over ten years of blogging and social media experience Codi has been living the entrepreneur lifestyle for some time and has been able to make quite the name for herself locally. 

Instagram: @creativecodilynn


Sara Rose – Harloc Hair

A multifaceted talent in the beauty industry, Sara Rose’s passion for beauty ignited at an early age, starting with exploring in her older sister’s closet and experimenting with makeup. Over the years, this enthusiasm has evolved into a successful career defined by notable achievements, including her work at Mercedes Benz NYFW, a thriving celebrity clientele, and the launch of Harloc, an ethically sourced hair extensions brand.

Since relocating to Vancouver in 2010, Sara has established herself as a multifaceted talent—a fashion stylist, hair stylist, and makeup artist—dedicated to bringing her clients’ unique visions to life. In 2021, she expanded her expertise by co-founding Harloc, a premium hair extension company.

Harloc embodies Sara’s extensive industry experience and her mission to empower individuals through the art of hair. In just three years, she has elevated the brand by partnering with media influencers Natalie Halcro and Olivia Pierson as Co-Owners. Currently, Sara conducts educational classes in salons, helping clients feel their best using Harloc, while maintaining a full clientele three days a week at Brush Salon.

With a diverse and expanding range of colors and products, Harloc seeks to address the need for inclusivity in the hair extension industry, reinforcing the belief that great hair is for everyone. For Sara, this is just the beginning.

Instagram: @sararosebuzz

Harloc Instagram: @harloc.hair



Dawn Chubai – Dawn Chubai Media Services

Dawn Chubai has been a master of communication and sales for over 20 years, engaging audiences live as a National Host on Breakfast Television and a TV Home Shopping Host, where she’s personally driven over $30 million in product sales at The Shopping Channel. Dawn understands the powerful connection between on-camera confidence and successful selling in the virtual space.

Whether you're an entrepreneur looking to promote a product, service, or even yourself, Dawn coaches you on how to appear confident, authentic, and persuasive on camera. She knows firsthand that the way you present yourself is one of the most critical sales tools today.

As the founder of Dawn Chubai Media Services, Live Selling School and the creator of Leap into Livestream for Small Business, Dawn teaches entrepreneurs the same proven strategies that top brands use to dominate the virtual selling space, empowering you to confidently host your own events and sell with ease, regardless of your budget or business size.

Instagram: @dawnchubai




Anoop Dhillon – Khas

Anoop Dhillon is an Entrepreneur & Health Informaticist who started her career as a consultant, specializing in data and strategy. Over the last 10 years she has led high-impact projects across Canada and the USA, working with healthcare organizations, vendors, and government bodies.

Despite her success in the professional world, Anoop’s passion for Indian jewelry—rooted in its intricate designs and cultural heritage—remained strong. When searching for her wedding jewelry, she identified a gap in the market for 22K gold pieces that blend traditional craftsmanship with modern simplicity. This inspired her to launch 'Khas,' a jewelry brand dedicated to creating solid 22K gold pieces which are not only a symbol of heritage but also a valuable investment meant to be cherished and passed down for generations.

Instagram: @anoopkd

Khas Instagram: @wearkhas

Website: wearkhas.com





Alexa Sutor - Influencer

Alexa is an entrepreneur through and through.

In 2016, Alexa launched Studio Media, a digital marketing agency serving local businesses and notable brands like Jack Daniels, Westin Hotels & Resorts, and Bulletproof Coffee. However, she had her own brand plans… 

Alexa conceptualized Huha in 2019, creating a Kickstarter and semi-viral video campaign. The campaign funded the first production run of her game-changing mineral undies, and she has been racing to keep up with demand ever since.

Dedicated to sustainably growing Huha, Alexa was named one of BCBusiness' '30 Under 30' in 2020. She's been featured on Dragons' Den, where she secured three offers and a deal with Arlene Dickenson, and Elevator Pitch, where she scored a deal with Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph. With over 15,000 five-star reviews and a loyal following of Huha supporters, Alexa is on a mission to raise the bar on women’s underwear.  

Instagram: @alexasutor

Huha Instagram: @wearhuha


Manvi Sharma
– Happy Hungry Hues Photography

Manvi is a talented photographer and the founder of Happy Hungry Hues Photography! In addition to being an artist, Manvi is a Software Engineer who has worked with top organizations like Amazon, IBM and is currently a Senior SDET at Workday. After successfully showcasing her creative spirit through her online art gallery "Happy Hungry Artist", she ventured into photography, turning her passion for capturing beautiful moments into a thriving business. 

Check out her work here:

Website: happyhungryhues.com

Instagram: @happyhungryhues

Facebook: @happyhungryhues

LinkedIn: manvisharma

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