Arlene Dickinson
Founder & Managing Partner
District Ventures Capital
Arlene Dickinson is a visionary entrepreneur and leader with a remarkable track record of success. She is the Founder and Managing General Partner of District Ventures Capital, a venture capital fund that invests in innovative companies in the food & beverage and health & wellness sectors. Under her leadership, District Ventures Capital has become a leading force in the industry, with a portfolio of ground-breaking companies that are transforming the way we live and eat.
Beyond her business ventures, Dickinson is a sought-after speaker, three-time best-selling author, and philanthropist. She is widely recognized for her role on the hit television series, Dragons’ Den, and currently sits on the Prime Minister’s Council on Canada-U.S. Relations.
Dickinson’s leadership and entrepreneurial prowess have earned her numerous accolades over the years, including induction into the Southern Alberta Business Hall of Fame, the Marketing Hall of Legends, recognition as one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women Top 100 Hall of Fame, and the prestigious Queen Elizabeth Diamond and Platinum Jubilee Awards.
Schedule
30 mins
Meridian Hall — Main Stage
Canada's Moment: Entrepreneurship in an Era of Change
Join Arlene Dickinson as she leads a dynamic panel on the vital role of Canadian business and innovation in today’s climate. Explore how in an era defined by rapid change and shifting global forces, Canadian entrepreneurs can drive growth, resilience, and impact both at home and on the world stage.
30 mins
Meridian Hall — Upper Mezzanine
Ask Me Anything: Arlene Dickinson
Join visionary entrepreneur, best-selling author, television personality, and business leader Arlene Dickinson for an unfiltered conversation on Canadian innovation. Whether you’re looking to gain insights from her leadership experience in venture capital, or to unpack her self-made success, this is your chance to ask this Dragon’s Den star your burning questions.
