Speaking Engagements: Amar Virk

Business Strategist | Executive Coach | Writer & Speaker

The Vancouver Economic Commission (VEDC)

Keynote: Inner-City Revitalization & Community Economic Development

Organization: Vancouver Economic Development Commission
Event: Leadership Business Forum – SFU Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue

I delivered a keynote at a landmark business forum hosted by the Vancouver Economic Development Commission at SFU’s Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue. This high-level gathering brought together municipal leaders, policymakers, and business stakeholders to explore strategies for improving regulatory frameworks and strengthening public–private collaboration. My keynote addressed inclusive economic development, social procurement, and the role of inner-city revitalization in the lead-up to the Winter Olympics.

"The Olympics present a unique opportunity to ensure that economic growth benefits all communities, especially those in Vancouver's inner city. Our focus is on creating sustainable jobs and business opportunities that will have a lasting impact beyond the Games."
— Dr. Shirley Chan (Speaking on the mission to leverage the Olympics for inner-city economic development.)

Vancouver Organizing Committee 2010 Olympic & Paralympic Winter Games

Presenter: Olympic Legacy and City-Building

Organization: VANOC Inner-City Inclusivity Steering Committee
Event: Inner-City Revitalization Strategy Session – UBC Downtown

As a contributing member of the Inner-City Inclusivity Steering Committee established by the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Organizing Committee (VANOC), I played an active role in shaping strategies to ensure the Games delivered long-term, inclusive benefits to Vancouver’s inner-city communities. At a strategic session held at UBC’s downtown campus, I delivered a presentation focused on equitable economic development, social procurement, and housing security—core pillars of the Inner-City Inclusive Commitment Statement. This work reflected a deep commitment to community-first planning in global event legacy development.

"We worked hard to ensure that the Games provided long-term benefits for our economy, by establishing Vancouver on the world stage and attracting new jobs and investment."
— Mayor Gregor Robertson, City of Vancouver (Economic Impact)

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