We're thrilled to announce that The Forum CEO, Kirsten Koppang Telford, has been recognized as one of Vancouver Magazine's 2025 Power 50—celebrating the city's most influential changemakers.

As a pioneering force in Vancouver's tech ecosystem for nearly three decades, Kirsten’s dedicated her career to leading innovation and driving meaningful change.

From launching one of Vancouver's first web agencies during the dot-com era to co-founding a venture-backed tech company that served millions across the globe, her journey is one of resilience and dedication.

Under her visionary leadership, The Forum has experienced unprecedented growth, supporting nearly 2,800 entrepreneurs across Canada in our past fiscal year—a 73% increase from the previous year.

This recognition celebrates not just Kirsten's incredible achievements, but the collective impact of our entire community. This includes the entrepreneurs, Mentors, Champions, and partners who make our work possible and drive innovation across Canada.

Media inquiries:

email: marketing@theforum.com
call: 604-682-8115

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