Accelerate Her Future, a career accelerator for women of colour pursuing careers in Business and tech, is teaming up with Scotiabank for a panel and networking event at DeGroote on October 27, 2026, 5:30-7:30 pm ET in [DeGroote insert location].
Join Dr. Golnaz Golnaraghi and Natasha Sidi (Accelerate Her Future), alongside Abira Demello (Catalyst Associate), Gabriele LaFlamme (Campus Recruiter – Global Banking and Markets), Megan Merrick-Eker (Campus Recruiter – Strategic Functions), Olivia Santos (Campus Manager – Wealth Management) and Rachel Chafe (Senior Manager Operations) of Scotiabank. They’re bringing real talk on making the leap from school to internships, co-ops and new grad roles; plus an inside look at Scotiabank’s recruitment process. Networking follows.
Come prepared to get to know Scotiabank, while they get to know you! This is a great opportunity to engage, ask questions and network with one another. All that’s required is a positive attitude and your authentic self!
Event Details:
- Date: October 27
- Time: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. ET
- Location: 4350 South Service Road, Burlington, ON L7L 5R8 ROOM: RJC 364
- Audience: Open to all women-identifying undergraduate and graduate DeGroote students, with a focus on Indigenous women, Black women and women of colour.
- What to wear: Business casual – look sharp, feel like yourself.
- RSVP through OSCARPLUS is required
- TRANSPORTATION: If you are committed to attending this event and require shuttle transportation between McMaster’s Main Campus and the Ron Joyce Centre (RJC) in Burlington, please provide your contact information using the form.