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What happens when you put some of the sharpest minds in venture capital on stage and give them zero prep, three questions, and three minutes? We're about to find out during The VC Lightning Hotseat Panel at the BDC Women in Tech (WIT) Bootcamp, which is part of the exciting startup ecosystem gathering at Startupfest 2026 in Montreal. Join Lise Birikundavyi, CFA, alongside Mona Minhas (Managing Partner, BDC Thrive Venture Fund), Katy Yam, ICD.D Yam (Partner, Real Ventures), and Catherine Ouellet-Dupuis (General Partner, White Star Capital), for a rapid-fire chain reaction panel where each VC brings three spicy questions for a colleague. Expect candid insights, unexpected stories, and real conversations from leaders shaping Canada's innovation landscape. 📅 July 8th, 2026 ⏰ 11 AM EDT 📍 Sky Stage The WIT Bootcamp is an exclusive, application-only experience designed for women founders and leaders building scalable technology companies. Participants gain practical insights, actionable takeaways, and meaningful connections to help navigate an increasingly complex and fast-changing business environment. Apply now and secure your seat at the table. 🚀 https://lnkd.in/dmDPSRMN #BKRCapital #VentureCapital #Startupfest #WomenFounders #TechLeadership #VentureCapital #CanadianStartups #Innovation #StartupEcosystem #WomenWhoLead #FemaleFounders #WomenEntrepreneurs #FounderCommunity #InclusiveInnovation #FutureOfTech