A two-day conference that revolves around start-up life and entrepreneurship returns to the award-winning Cheakamus Centre (1600 Paradise Valley Rd, Brackendale) this week (March 21 and 22).

Re/Form can be likened to a professional retreat for the business-savvy, which provides learning, wellness, and mentorship for budding creatives and entrepreneurs.

This year’s event includes a curated program that will feature keynotes, panels, personal and professional development workshops, and networking opportunities. Wellness activities like yoga, fireside chats, and forest walks are also on the schedule.

More than 25 speakers will touch on topics like diversity and inclusion, workplace trends, and entrepreneur self-care. Featured Vancouver-based speakers include the Juice Truck co-owners Ryan Slater and Zach Berman, food stylist and chef Juno Kim, and Talaysay Tours founder Candace Campo.

“We’ve taken a holistic approach to our programming to ensure we’ve filled the space between learning and wellness,” Re/Form co-founder Rachel Boguski, said in a press statement. “Rather than networking, we’re beginning the program with facilitated circles and storytelling to create a deeper and more meaningful sense of connection not typically found in a conference environment."

Limited tickets ($160 to $399 per person, plus taxes and fees) include access to programs, morning coffee, lunch, and light snacks, and are available online.