# Event Details - **Event Name**: Connection First! Collaboration Next! Growth Follows! IBC - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 pm - **Event Description**: Connection First. Collaboration Next. Growth Follows. A networking experience where challenges become solutions through shared insight.About this EventConnection First. Collaboration Next. Growth Follows.Join us for an engaging evening of insight, connection, and collaborative problem-solving designed for entrepreneurs and professionals who want to grow their business through meaningful relationships.Our guest speaker, Kat Halushka, will open the evening by sharing how speaking opportunities can be one of the fastest ways to build credibility, visibility, and authority in your business. Learn how stepping onto stages, panels, and community platforms can position you as a trusted expert and expand your reach.Following Kat’s presentation, Shawna MacNeil will speak about the power of authentic connection in business and how connection naturally leads to collaboration and sustainable growth. When people focus on building genuine relationships first, opportunities and partnerships begin to emerge organically.The evening will then transition into a collaboration session, where participants work together to share ideas, resources, and insights to help solve real business challenges in the room. This interactive experience allows you to tap into the collective wisdom of the community and leave with fresh perspectives, practical solutions, and new connections.This is not just networking — it’s a room designed for connection, collaboration, and growth.Come with curiosity, bring a challenge, and leave with solutions.Investment is $30 plus tax.You can bring someone new to the group the first time for free. Invite someone new to grow our network. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/0361c780-196f-11f1-8747-1187d79d3166-rimg-w555-h740-dc1da860-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edmonton/connection-first-collaboration-next-growth-follows-ibc/100001984582401386 - **Event Categories**: business, contests - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 34.94, max: 34.94, currency: CAD ## Event venue details - **city**: Edmonton - **state**: AB - **country**: Canada - **location**: 14920 Stony Plain Rd - **lat**: 53.5417479 - **long**: -113.5789822 - **full address**: 14920 Stony Plain Rd, 14920 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, Canada ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Connection First! Collaboration Next! Growth Follows! IBC - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/4046d16ea8021b7139a7c4e86c6a69f6ea1bd21fddb18f679f45afb119a4e041-rimg-w1200-h600-dc2e312f-gmir.jpg?v=1772810010 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Connection First! Collaboration Next! Growth Follows! IBC being held? - **A:** Connection First! Collaboration Next! Growth Follows! IBC takes place on Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Wed, 01 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 pm at 14920 Stony Plain Rd, 14920 Stony Plain Road, Edmonton, Canada. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Connection First! Collaboration Next! Growth Follows! IBC? - **A:** Tickets for Connection First! Collaboration Next! Growth Follows! IBC are priced at CAD 35 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityIntegrity Business Connect - April 1CAD 35 + CAD 3 fee + CAD 2 taxAvailableIBC - April 1 - Bring a new person for freeCAD 35 + CAD 3 fee + CAD 2 taxAvailable - **Q**: Who is organizing Connection First! Collaboration Next! Growth Follows! IBC? - **A:** Connection First! Collaboration Next! Growth Follows! IBC is organized by Shawna MacNeil. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Connection First! Collaboration Next! Growth Follows! IBC is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edmonton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Connection First! Collaboration Next! Growth Follows! IBC sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "Connection First! Collaboration Next! Growth Follows! 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With a Bachelor of Business Administration specializing in Marketing and Accounting and a Diploma in Medical Administration, Shawna has cultivated a diverse career that blends strategic business expertise with a deep passion for supporting others.Currently, Shawna plays a key role at Integrity Seminars, where she creates impactful marketing content and drives business development by expanding corporate awareness. She is also leading the build and development of the upcoming Soultuary Wellness Center, launching in 2025 under the Integrity Seminars brand. Her entrepreneurial spirit has led her to successfully establish and grow Medi Pedi Edmonton, where she educates and promotes healthy, safe foot care practices. In addition, Shawna offers business consulting services, helping entrepreneurs develop and expand their businesses with clarity and confidence.Recognizing the need for meaningful, connection-driven networking, Shawna has started facilitating Integrity Business Connect, a networking event designed to help professionals build authentic relationships instead of focusing on transactional, sales-driven interactions. This space allows business owners and professionals to develop genuine, long-lasting connections by learning effective networking strategies that emphasize trust, value, and collaboration. Her approach fosters an environment where people can support one another’s growth in an organic and impactful way.A Passion for Connection & EmpowermentHer work is grounded in kindness, empathy, and non-judgment, making her an inspiring force in every project she takes on.Beyond her professional pursuits, Shawna is a proud mother of three, a bonus mom to two, and a new grandmother. She deeply values the balance between career, family, and personal growth, finding joy in building meaningful connections, guiding individuals toward their authentic selves, and celebrating their successes.In her free time, she enjoys cooking, singing, and lifelong learning—always embracing new experiences with curiosity, heart, and compassion.As a passionate advocate for personal empowerment, Shawna is dedicated to uplifting others as they step into their inner strength and authenticity, believing that true success comes from a commitment to growth, kindness, and purposeful living." } ] } ] ```