She Latina Room
14:15 pm to 15:15 pm
From tech to green energy, women remain underrepresented in emerging industries. This panel will address the barriers and opportunities for women to access, thrive, and lead in high-growth sectors, while showcasing initiatives that are reshaping the future workforce.
is the co-founder and CEO of Nuez Acres, a women-led company based in British Columbia that specialises in sustainable “seed-to-skin” beauty products utilising pecan oil grown on her family’s orchards in Mexico.
An Associate Teaching Professor at Northeastern University’s Khoury College of Computer Sciences in Vancouver. With two decades of experience in academia and industry, he specializes in image processing and computer vision. Passionate about mentoring newcomers and building community, he also serves as a trustee at the Port Moody Public Library.
Nancy Wingham is the co-founder and CEO of Nuez Acres, a women-led company based in British Columbia that specialises in sustainable “seed-to-skin” beauty products utilising pecan oil grown on her family’s orchards in Mexico. With her Mexican roots and a deep commitment to cultural and environmental stewardship, Nancy has helped build Nuez Acres into an […]
