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Money and Law - powerful tools for Women's Empowerment. It provides the freedom to make choices, pursue dreams #WomenAndMoney #Law



You are invited to join us July 30th for an exclusive Business Educational and Networking Event to experience inspirational leadership, resourcefulness and enthusiasm. This event is open to both genders and all communities.

Entrepreneurship can often seem intimidating. We are here to help getting the capital you need along with legal and accounting needs. Making this a priority can be difficult, it’s an important area of the business to tackle - and the earlier the better!

There are plenty of misconceptions about finding money for your business. In this meetup, we’ll break down the basics of funding and provide you insights on how to take your next steps.

Anna Tarakanova, Ms. Platinum Universe 2026, is our keynote speaker — a woman whose beauty, confidence, and success are matched by her courage and her heart. Her story proves that confidence creates opportunity, beauty becomes power with integrity, and financial independence transforms your future. Today, Anna will inspire every woman to rise, lead, and live each day with passion and purpose.

Meet the Panel & Presenters: Our panel will touch on topics like:

• What types of funding are available.• What you need to focus on to get funding• Why are people not successful in getting the money they need

There will be plenty of Q&A time to get your specific questions answered. Submit your questions before the meetup to info@immigrantwomeninbusiness.com, come prepared to ask the panelists your questions on funding.

5:30 – Speed Networking | Hosts: Maria Carolina Ojeda | Everyone will have the chance to make an Elevator Pitch!

Inspirational Speeches by Entrepreneurs 6pm – Jean Barrett ‘Micro Finance Program for women immigrants & Alterna member benefits 6:20 Althea Samuels 'Women Leading the Way in 2026' 6:30 – Sharon Babaeva 'Empowered Finances: Women Taking Control' 6:40 – Darell Brown ‘Basic business laws that every entrepreneur needs to know' 6:50 – Chantal Cleroux ‘Investing with specific strategies for Immigrants’ 7:00 – Patricia Giankas ‘Power of Positive Credit’ 7:10 – Victoria Kamau ‘‘Business Cash Flow: The Engine of Entrepreneur Success‘ 7:20 – Khuraman Haziyeva ‘Canada Small Business Grants‘ 7:30 – Peter Ratnikov Why Millennials Are Flocking to Alternative Funding (equity funding,2026 Crypto Funding, creative funding, royalty and equity crowdfunding) 7:40 Svetlana Ratnikova'Revenue sharing, convertible loans and other hot funding for 2026' – 7:50 - Networking

Althea Samuels 'Women Leading the Way in 2026' Empowering you to rise, win, and lead while transforming your life, career, and community for generations to comePatricia Giankas ‘Power of Positive Credit’ Senior Female in Tech (SFT)

Sharon Babaeva passionate about financial literacy and inclusion, and dedicated to creating positive, impactful changes in the lives of those she serves.

Chantal Cleroux ‘Investing with specific strategies for Immigrants’ I Educator • Financial Security Advisor • Cashflow Planning Specialist • Speaker

Naira Velumyan, PhD Licensed Paralegal - Car Accidents - Auto Insurance Claims, Registered Psychotherapist, Forbes Coaches CouncilSvetlana RatnikovaAdvice and directions on Today's Business Financing from Serial Entrepreneur. 'Revenue sharing, convertible loans and other hot funding for 2026'

Susan Henry ‘Micro Finance Program & Social Impact Entrepreneurship Loans’. Alterna was founded in 1908 as a Credit Union and along with providing financial products and services, Alterna provides micro-credits to individuals with low-income or individuals not eligible for a traditional credit in order for them to build their business.Theresa Josiah, Ontario Realtor® | Education-First Real Estate | I Help Smart Buyers Build Wealth, Confidence & Long-Term Security

Victoria Kamau ‘Business Cash Flow: The Engine of Entrepreneur Success'

Khuraman Haziyeva I wear the hat of Head Grant Writer. I also design and deliver grant and fund strategy development services for non-profit and entrepreneurial clients, helping them to get money to fuel their needs.

Event Location: Toronto Metro Hall, 55 John St, — Committee Room 308/309

150 attendees will be attending, please register.And please follow us to support gender equality, human rights, small business and newcomers IWB - Immigrant Women In Business Thank you