The Central Okanagan Economic Development Commission (COEDC) is hosting two events aimed at helping businesses tackle trade challenges.

The events include an industry round table followed by a Navigating Trade Challenges open panel presentation with experts. It鈥檚 an opportunity for entrepreneurs and businesses to learn directly from industry experts and gain insights into the resources and support available to help navigate trade challenges.

鈥淭he industry round table is your chance to voice the real-world impacts on your industry and operations,鈥� said COEDC Manager, Krista Mallory. 鈥淵our insights will be shared with senior levels of government, ensuring your experiences help to shape future policies and programs.

The panel discussion features an economic outlook by Pierre Cl茅roux, Chief Economist with the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC).

Panel participants:

• Serena Ko - Deputy Director and Trade Commissioner at Global Affairs Canada;
• Adam Hutchens - Senior Manager at Export Development Canada;
• Mark Burleigh - President of Northside Industries Inc.;
• Alisha McFetridge - CEO of RainStick.

Attendees will have an opportunity to engage with panelists during a question-and-answer session.

The event is on April 3 at the Coast Capri Hotel. Registration is available through .