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There are rare people who have an intuitive ability to bring the right people together at the right time, and Koleya is truly among them. The connections she makes between industry, government and ecosystem leaders add tremendous value in building a stronger, more prosperous technology ecosystem. It’s inspiring how much she genuinely cares and wants to help people succeed through her philanthropy and volunteer work.

Matthew BurgoynePartner, McLeod Law

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With her passion for doing good and insights into our country’s biggest challenges, Koleya is a powerful force for change. The work she’s done in building bridges between communities, uniting industry leaders and promoting real-world solutions to problems makes her a leader that people can stand behind. Through projects like the Glenrose Foundation’s cryptocurrency donations and metaverse promotion, she is helping cutting-edge technologies have a big social impact.

Mark KorthuisCEO, Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation

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Koleya is one of Canada’s top pioneers in blockchain for social change, and her work at the Canadian Blockchain Consortium has helped countless people understand how this emerging technology can benefit diverse communities. Using terms and metaphors everyone can understand, she has a way of explaining the technology that really makes it resonate.

Danielle SmithCandidate, UCP Leadership

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Women and girls need inspiring mentors to look up to – someone who’s used their hidden resources of drive and determination to overcome obstacles and achieve their highest goals. Koleya is exactly that person for so many people. Her passionate advocacy for women and other groups in the technology industry and her amazing personal history make her a riveting speaker and storyteller.

Janine MoirNational Assurance Lead, Deloitte Canada

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Koleya is an inspirational entrepreneur whose energy is contagiously motivating those around her to explore opportunities and question the norm. She’s a great role model for all business leaders, men and women alike. Her strong work ethic and ability to get things done quickly, coupled with her honesty and compassion make her an excellent Business Leader.

Steve MaybeeVice President of Operations / Infrastructure, Edmonton International Airport

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Koleya Karringten is a bright young woman with a purpose in life to inspire others every day. Her innate ability to communicate with others provides a platform for them to express themselves and know they have been heard. Her success in life is taking on projects and enjoying their completion and the willingness to empower others along the journey. Her audiences appreciate her spirit and honesty – skills they can adapt to achieve confidence and success!

Lamae Saunders

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Koleya is most likely one of the most effective business professionals to work with that I've ever experienced in my life. She is a broadminded business woman with exceptional compassion, dedication and leadership skills. She is result driven and works tirelessly to achieve her goals.

Dave Bradley

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Koleya Karringten is an entrepreneurial visionary. Persistent in her quest to make the world a better place, she spends her time creating solutions for the industry that make things more efficient, cost-effective and precisely more environmentally friendly.

Tina OliveroCEO, Oil and Gas Magazine

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Koleya is one of the smartest people I have ever had the pleasure to work with. She has a very strong work ethic and unparalleled analytic and problem-solving abilities. The ease in which she builds interpersonal relations with others is remarkable.

Milena RadakovicCEO, Nexus Exhibits

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Koleya is a person who has profound knowledge and great abilities of advanced business solutions. Koleya leads by example and many people at Absolute Combustion find her enthusiasm and dedication both inspiring and motivating. Anytime she is given really challenging tasks, she will get them done quickly and effectively.

Tania SpearsPresident, Spears Bookkeeping