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Embrace – Connection and Networking Event

February 21, 2023

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Embrace

A one-of-a-kind networking experience for women entrepreneurs

 

 

Expand Your Network. Step Into Your Power. Elevate Your Wealth.

Get ready to connect, inspire, and empower at Embrace, where women entrepreneurs come together for unique, soul-fueled experiences to network, support one another, and grow authentically.

What began as an in-person event to celebrate International Women's Day has flourished into an ongoing series of community-building gatherings. Each event offers an opportunity to embrace your unique self, build connections, and gain fresh insights for your personal and professional journey.  Every event is an adventure!

Exciting News! You're invited to Embrace: Wealth & Worth for a powerful day of money, mindset, and meaningful connections! 

Step Into Your Power. Elevate Your Wealth. Expand Your Network.

Money isn’t just numbers, it’s energy, possibility, and impact... and it's time to bring the conversation forward!  And the way we earn, manage, and grow it is deeply connected to our confidence, mindset, and the relationships we build.

Join us on June 5, 2025, at TD Terrace in downtown Toronto for a transformative morning where we’ll dive deep and explore the intersection of financial abundance, business success, and bold leadership - in a fun and creative networking experience.  I am excited to share that this edition of Embrace is proudly sponsored by TD.

What’s in store?

Curated panels to dive deep on the topics of:

Building Wealth in Business – Practical & energetic shifts to create lasting financial success

Courage in Business – The mindset shifts & bold moves that unlock new opportunities

Hands-on Workshop:

The Profit Shift - Realign your money, mindset, and model—so you stop the leaks and start stacking profit.

What’s in it for you?

  • Tap into the energetics of money and what it looks like to expand your wealth potential
  • Gain insights from industry leaders on abundance, growth, and financial empowerment
  • Deepen your connections with like-minded women through intentional speed networking & mentorship facilitated the Embrace way
  • Enjoy a curated lunch experience, sponsored by TD and experience being in the heart of the financial district in downtown Toronto!  (Plan to explore the underground PATH networking afterwards and be in the vibe of the downtown core)
  • Shop a vendor marketplace of women owned businesses
  • And MORE! ....expect some soul infused activations throughout!  It's never a dull moment at Embrace

When? June 5, 2025 | 9:30AM-3:00PM
Where? TD Terrace, 160 Front Street W, Toronto, ON M5J 2L6
Tickets? Standard $133+tax

Money flows where confidence, clarity, and connection thrive. Let’s come together to expand our impact, wealth, and possibilities

Update:  Embrace on June 5th is now sold out.  Please do join the wait list to be notified of future events and if any last minute tickets come up.  Stay connected on social media Instagram and LinkedIn, there's always a seat for you!  

Speaker Line-up

Meet the speakers and Power Panel.  A lineup of bold, heart-led women sharing real stories, deep wisdom, and powerful insights to elevate your relationship with wealth and worth.

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Alyssa Kerbel
Soulful Entrepreneur + Conscious Business Mentor

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Rachel Molenda
DJ & Creator @thereuniondanceparty

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Victoria Marshman
Coach and Co-founder of Mave & Chez

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Melissa Cash
Co-founder & CEO of Pok Pok

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Kirsten Schmidtke
Sales Coach & Speaker.

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Julie Cober
Leadership and Mindset Coach

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Vanessa Bowen, CPA
Master NLP Mindset Coach, Mint Worthy

Emcee

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Gazzy Amin
Business strategist & Sales expert

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Charlene Li
Co-founder & CEO of Eatable

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Komal Jafri
Regional Manager, TD Women in Enterprise

Marketplace Vendors

Curated with Heart. Powered by Women. Shop, connect, and discover from a curated lineup of passionate women-led businesses in the Embrace Marketplace.

Sponsors

Thank you to our Title sponsor TD Bank Women in Enterprise for helping to make this event possible and spectacular!

Gratitude and appreciation to the sponsors supporting a women's initiative for women own businesses:

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Experience Sponsor:

Vendor & Sponsorship Opportunities

Want to showcase your brand and connect with an incredible community of women entrepreneurs? We have limited vendor and sponsorship opportunities available for this special Embrace event!

✔️ Vendor Spots (FULL for June 5th): Share your product or service with a highly engaged audience in a curated, intimate setting.
✔️ Sponsorship Opportunities: Get your brand in front of a community of ambitious women through event exposure, swag bag features, and more.

For details on vendor tables or sponsorship packages, email me at hello@pictonat.com 

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Why Attend Embrace?

At Embrace, it’s all about quality over quantity—every event is designed to foster meaningful connections, inspire creativity, and leave you feeling refreshed and empowered.

Embrace You: Connect to your soul, tap into your creativity, and discover your inner jewels.

Embrace Community: Network with heart-led professionals and form meaningful, lasting connections.

Embrace Your Business: Walk away inspired, rejuvenated, and equipped with new insights to elevate your brand.

What Attendees Are Saying about Embrace

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We attended a networking event with headshots and we’re beyond impressed. Nathalie has the ability to set people at ease with gentle confidence and I never once felt awkward.  Nathalie creates a feeling of calm and genuine connection that allowed us to put our best foot forward.

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I had the privilege of attending an event hosted by Nathalie. She is a true professional and thought of every detail. Warm, approachable and makes you feel immediately at ease.

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What a wonderful day surrounded by amazing women in a gorgeous room!  The energy was genuine and on fire.  Loved the space you created for everyone! Thank you.

Julie Greenham
Coach

It was so much fun. I'm so glad I attended this event and met these amazing women entrepreneurs.  Thank you for organizing Nathalie.

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What to expect

Every Embrace event is thoughtfully curated to create a memorable and impactful experience

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Inspiring Talks:
Expert guests sharing insights and powerful stories to align your inner and outer self.

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Speed Networking & Mentoring:
Connect with people who’ve been where you are and gain valuable insights, guidance, and support.

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Unique Experiences
Celebrate the season with uniquely curated and themed activations designed for shedding, renewal, and growth.

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Headshots, Vendor Market & More:
Tap into the opportunity to get a headshot, shop a vendor market, and curated swag bags.

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Nourishment for Mind, Body, Soul:
From grounding meditations to healthy snacks, leave feeling recharged and uplifted.

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Gain Fresh Perspectives:
Engage in meaningful conversations with diverse voices and ideas that can inspire clarity, creativity, and a new way forward.

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The schedule

Every event is unique, here's a peek at the high-level schedule for Embrace

  • 9:15AM:  Arrivals
  • 9:45AM:  Kick-off
  • 10:00AM:  Morning agenda
  • 12:00-1:00PM: Lunch and market place
  • 1:00PM-2:30PM:  Afternoon agenda
  • 3:00PM:  Marketplace
  • 3:30PM:  Departures

Why Embrace is Worth Your Time

Embrace is more than a networking event—it’s a transformative experience designed to help you:

Build authentic relationships that go beyond small talk.
Gain clarity and fresh perspectives and explore the creative edges to move your business forward.
Feel supported by a like-minded community that truly gets you.

You’ll leave feeling inspired, recharged, and confident—with connections and insights that make a real difference in your journey.

Because time spent growing together is time well spent. 💕

Past Events

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Embrace March 2023:  In celebration of International Women's Day

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Embrace November 2023:  Honouring the year end

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Embrace February 2024: Galentine's Day special

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Embrace April 2024:  Planting Seeds of Intention to honour Spring

Embrace September 2024

Embrace September 2024:  Embrace YOU, transitioning to the fall season, explore the inner/outer layers of self and integrate it together.

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Embrace February 2025:  Roll & Connect! A fun sushi making experience plus movement activations for a FUN themed event to work hard and PLAY hard.

you are one person

but when you move

an entire community moves with you

you go no where alone

~ rupi kaur

Past sponsors & partners

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Meet The Founder of Embrace

Embrace is founded and led with vision, strategy, and heart.

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Nathalie Amlani, Founder and Host

As a business owner, I know how lonely and awkward networking can sometimes feel. Walking into events wondering if anyone will really get you or if conversations will stay at surface level can be overwhelming.

That’s why I created Embrace—a space where connection feels natural and meaningful, where you’re surrounded by people who truly understand the entrepreneurial journey.

Here, you’re not just networking—you’re building real relationships, gaining clarity, and leaving with the confidence that you don’t have to do this alone.

Let’s grow and support each other, together. You belong here.

Act fast, limited seats available

This is your time to connect, network, and expand on a deeper level

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