
Victoria Data Society and Circle Innovation invite you to an in-person event — “Shaping the Future of Data & AI in Victoria”
Location: Fort Tectoria – 777 Fort Street, Victoria
Dates: Tuesday, April 29, 2025
4:30pm to 7:30pm Pacific
Meetups: Registration Link
LinkedIn: Event Link
Speakers: Cynthia Lynam, Loki Jorgenson

Details:
Are you leading data and AI initiatives or guiding teams through the complexities of a data-driven world? Join us for the inaugural session of the Data Leadership Forum, a new and regular gathering of data-minded professionals to explore the challenges we face in leadership roles .In this kickoff session, we’ll focus on listening, learning, and shaping the future together. We want to hear directly from you:
- What are the real challenges you face as a data and AI leader, and what do you need to succeed in your role?
- How would you shape the local data and AI business community in Victoria, particularly during these disruptive times?
- How can this forum become a meaningful space for collaboration, insight-sharing, and leadership development?
Whether you’re shaping AI policy, building data teams, or preparing for your next leadership role, this forum is for you.
Doors open at 4:30 PM.
Discussion From 5:15 PM – 6:45 PM and networking until 7:30
Let’s connect, share perspectives, and co-create a vibrant future for data and AI leadership in our region.

Cynthia Lynam is the Vice-President of the Victoria Data Society, a new and growing non-profit organization aimed at building and advancing Victoria's network of data and AI professionals.
Loki Jorgenson from Circle Innovation will present the BC Centre for Applied AI, a new strategic initiative aimed at positioning British Columbia as a leader in applied AI - with Victoria as one of its key hubs.