ULI BC: Champions in the Spotlight – In Conversation with Tegan Smith of Channel Consulting

When

2021-11-04
2021-11-04T12:00:00 - 2021-11-04T13:00:00
America/Los_Angeles

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    Where

    ZOOM
    Although this event is complimentary, registration in advance is required.

    In this session, Tegan Smith, Founder and Principal of Channel Consulting, will be sharing her experiences and takeaways from a 23-year career in planning and development.

    We will discuss Tegan’s diverse career path in the public and private sectors, and now as an entrepreneur; key aspects to consider as it relates to project approvals; insight on working effectively with governments throughout the permitting and approvals process; and tips on strengthening your professional brand.
     
    We are delighted to have WLI BC Committee Member, Lilian Kan, moderate the discussion.
     
    There will be an opportunity for Q&A at the end of the presentation. Please come with questions prepared.
     
    Special thanks to our WLI BC Annual Sponsor:
     
     

    Speakers

    Tegan Smith

    Principal, Channel Consulting

    Tegan Smith, MCP, RPP, MCIP, is the founder of Channel Consulting. She has over 23 years planning and development experience. Her gifts are listening and connecting people and she prides herself on providing the most talented team in the industry to meet project needs. Tegan is known for leading teams of subject matter experts to deliver complex and difficult projects. She brings an authentic and engaging style to help project teams have direct discussions, be adaptive, and effectively manage risks, costs, and timelines. She is a member of the Canadian Institute of Planners and holds a master’s degree in City Planning. Tegan is a respected member of the Vancouver real estate community, advisor in the Housing Professionals Mentorship Program, and Board member of Lambda Alpha International Vancouver Chapter. She is a nominee for Vancouver Chapter Urban Land Institute’s Women Leadership Initiative 2021 Outstanding Leader Award.

    Moderator

    Lilian Kan

    Colliers Strategy and Consulting

    Lilian is a Development Manager at Weststone Group specializing in land acquisition and development. She is an SFU Alumni in Business (BBA) and the Urban Design Certificate program.