SOLD OUT WUDI - Fireside Chat with Armin Amrolia and the Confidence Code
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SOLD OUT WUDI - Fireside Chat with Armin Amrolia and the Confidence Code
Date:
September 26, 2023
Time:
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM PDT
Registration:
Sorry, public registration for this event has been closed.
Event Description:
For those of you who attended our Celebrating Women event in the fall of 2022, The Confidence Code by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman was recommended by Armin Amrolia, Deputy City Manager of the City of Vancouver, and it is no coincidence we picked this book. As a special treat to our members, Armin has graciously agreed to join us for an intimate fireside conversation about confidence, the science and art of self-assurance and what women should know!
Here is a podcast you can listen to with Katty Kay to learn more about the key insights of the book.
Limited space is available. Book now to ensure your spot.
Please join us from the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish), and səl̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)
Panel:
Armin Amrolia, Deputy City Manager, City of Vancouver
Armin Amrolia joined the City in December 2021. She previously served BC Housing for 32 years and as the Associate Vice President Development Strategies, Armin had a lead role in the vision and delivery of 28,000 homes across the province for seniors, families, Indigenous communities, women fleeing violence, youth, and people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
As AVP, Armin grew the Development Strategies team that delivered an average of 3,500 affordable homes annually. Armin was instrumental in the delivery of projects that filled the needs across the housing spectrum in more than 65 communities through partnerships with over 200 non-profit housing providers, housing cooperatives, Indigenous groups, and development partners. From the creation of the HousingHub, which was aimed at the delivery of product for middle income households to the redevelopment of aging public housing sites, Armin has an array of complex development experience.
Currently she is the Deputy City Manager (DCM), at the City of Vancouver and also serves as the General Manager for the Real Estate, Environment Facilities Management (REFM) department. In her DCM role, Armin works closely with the City Manager on all aspects of City operations and within REFM she leads highly professional teams who are responsible for civic facility development, oversight of City assets and Real Estate Services. She is also particularly proud of working along side the Indigenous Relations group who is responsible for the implementation of the City's commitment to government to government relations with the three host Nations; Musqueam Indian Band, Squamish Nation and Tsleil-Waututh Nation. This important work will advance the City's evolving strategic direction around the Reconciliation Framework and Reconciliation efforts.
She is the recipient of numerous awards, including being selected as the YWCA's 2021 Woman of Distinction in the non-profit category, the 2021 Urban Land Institute BC Women's Leadership Initiative Outstanding Leader, and a 2023 Power 50 recipient by the Vancouver magazine.
Armin holds a degree in Political Science from Simon Fraser University.
Cheryl Yip, Development Manager, PCI Developments
Cheryl is actively managing projects located within Vancouver which include mixed-use rental projects in East Village (Yarrow, Aster, and Camas) and 41st & Cambie, office projects such as Waterfront Hub (333 Seymour and 601 W Hastings) and an upcoming mixed-use industrial and office project under the Broadway Plan. She previously worked within PCI's leasing and acquisition team, where she was involved in project lease ups, tenant renewals, and property acquisition across Metro Vancouver.
Prior to joining PCI, she had six years of commercial real estate experience in brokerage at Marcus & Millichap (formerly Form Real Estate Advisors). She closely worked alongside two principal brokers and their clients on new project leasing for several developments. These projects were completed by notable industry developers including PCI Developments, Wesgroup Properties, Peterson, Cressey and ASPAC. She worked on tenant representation for major retailers including Canadian Tire and its subsidiaries and Shoppers Drug Mart. She also worked with Chevron Canada on the disposition of their British Columbia portfolio. Her work at Marcus & Millichap had also given her experience in investment sales and land assembly.
In 2015, Cheryl completed her Bachelor of Arts in Geography from Simon Fraser University with a concentration in urban studies. During that time, she was active in sports including competitive dragon boating. When Cheryl is not in office, she continues to enjoy outdoor activities including hiking with her dog, training for half marathons, skiing, and golfing.
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Location:
PCI's Waterfront Hub - Rooftop Lounge
601 W Hastings Street
Date/Time Information:
Tuesday, Sept 26, 2023
5:00 - 7:30pm
5:00pm - Registration & Networking
5:00pm - Registration & Networking
5:30pm - 7:30pm - Discussion and Q&A
Fees/Admission:
$55+ GST - UDI Members
7 days written notice to cancel with no penalties
Price includes 1 drink plus light appies
7 days written notice to cancel with no penalties
Price includes 1 drink plus light appies
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