

Next Event:
The Business of You: Bringing More of Who You Are to What You Do
​With Peter van Dongen.
Connector, Communicator, Facilitator
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People do business with people they know, like, and trust.
One of the most powerful ways to build these genuine relationships and uncover new opportunities is by leaning into who you already are. Weaving together stories and insights, Peter will explore how your unique strengths, interests, experiences, and the quirks that make you memorable are the keys to connecting with people at a human level and growing your influence as a leader.
You can expect to learn how to communicate what makes you stand out, shape your work around what energizes you, and connect more meaningfully in your everyday interactions. Peter’s goal is to leave you feeling empowered to bring more of who you are to what you do—and inspired to help others do the same.
Speaker: Peter van Dongen
Date: Feb 25, 2026
Time: 6:30-8:30am

Est. 2018
Equipping Leaders to Thrive in Work and Faith
More learning. More networking. More growth in your leadership

ABOUT US
Marketplace Leaders
The Marketplace Leaders’ mission is to unite leaders in faith, community, and work. We desire to see leaders grow in their faith and connect in community.
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We offer quality speaker events for business leaders to connect, engage, learn, and thrive in a supportive and fun environment.
Marketplace Leaders events take place on the traditional and ancestral territory of the Tk'emlúps te Secwépemc.
We are blessed to live and do business in this remarkable area with diverse and wonderful people.
LEADERSHIP TEAM

ALEECE LAIRD
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As a communications and engagement specialist, Aleece helps business leaders amplify their impact. She co-founded Marketplace Leaders believing there’s an opportunity to amplify workplace culture by connecting people to each other and more strongly to their faith. She is married and Mom to two dynamic leaders in their own right.

AMY HAMILTON
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Amy works in the financial services industry for Generation Private Wealth as an Investment Advisor and Client Services Manager. She is passionate about business, leadership and faith and is excited to be part of the Marketplace Leaders team. Amy is married to her husband Mark and is Mom to their wonderful son.

ANNA HARRISON
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As a Business and Leadership Development Coach at Thrive Business Strategies, Anna’s passion is to partner with business leaders and individuals to help them achieve greater success in their business and personal lives. Anna is on the leadership team at Motion Church. She is married and Mom to two amazing kids.
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