Toronto Chapter LinkUp: Role of Allyship in Career Advancement
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Toronto Chapter LinkUp: Role of Allyship in Career Advancement

Join us for this IN-PERSON Toronto Chapter LinkUp on September 16! This will be an educational and insightful discussion to inform and deepen attendees knowledge of the critical role that allyship plays in helping individuals progress in their careers.

9/16/2025
When: Tuesday, September 16, 2025
5:00 - 7:00 PM ET
Where: Ethoca
100 Sheppard Ave E
Suite 605
North York, Ontario  M2N 6Z1
Canada
Presenter: Kevin Viggers, Chetan Singh & Tabitha Aquino
Contact: Lisa Gulli
lisa.gulli@chase.ca


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Role of Allyship in Career Advancement

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The theme "Role of Allyship in Career Advancement" focuses on the critical role that allyship plays in helping individuals progress in their careers. It emphasizes the importance of supportive relationships and collaborative efforts in creating inclusive and equitable workplaces where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

Allyship plays a role in advancing women’s careers and will leave attendees with some practical takeaways on how to implement allyship in their environments.

Agenda:

5:00 - 5:30 PM: Networking
5:30 - 6:15 PM: Panel Discussion
6:15 - 7:00 PM: Post-Panel Networking

 

What's In It For You:

  • Raise Awareness: Increase understanding of the importance of allyship in career advancement and how it can positively impact individuals and organizations.
  • Increase Knowledge: Provide attendees with knowledge and tools to become effective allies in their workplaces.
  • Foster Networking: Create opportunities for attendees to connect with others who are interested in promoting allyship and career advancement.
  • Encourage Action: Inspire participants to take actionable steps towards fostering allyship in their own careers and organizations.

 

Speakers:

Kevin Viggers
Vice President, Software Engineering
Ethoca

Kevin Viggers is Vice President of Software Engineering at Ethoca, where he leads the Ethoca Alerts engineering team and strategic technology initiatives that drive innovation and scalability across global platforms.

With a strong background in enterprise software development and leadership, Kevin is passionate about building high-performing teams and delivering impactful solutions that enhance customer experiences. He brings a thoughtful, forward-looking perspective to discussions on technology, leadership and transformation.

 

 

Chetan Singh
Director of Product Management
Mastercard

Chetan Singh is a Director of Product Management at Mastercard, where they support the core platform strategy and development for Ethoca Alerts.

With a diverse professional background that began in chemical engineering, Chetan brings a unique perspective to the world of payments and technology. They are passionate about innovation, collaboration and solving real-world challenges alongside their colleagues.

 

 

Tabitha Aquino
Vice President, Product & Customer Experience Design Security Solutions
Mastercard

Tabitha Aquino is a seasoned leader in Product and Customer Experience Design, renowned for her ability to transform complex challenges into differentiated, scalable solutions. With a strong entrepreneurial mindset and a passion for innovation, she excels at creating customer experiences that are both impactful and address real-world challenges. Tabitha's collaborative approach and expertise in design thinking, customer discovery and research methodologies have positioned her as a key driver of customer centric innovation.

Currently, Tabitha leads Global Product & Customer Experience Design for Mastercard Services, Security Solutions, where she drives the design and implementation of innovative product experiences across Cybersecurity, Financial Crimes, Disputes and Fraud solutions. In this global role, she leverages her deep knowledge of product strategy, experience research and design to deliver exceptional customer experiences for Mastercard's diverse clientele.

Tabitha also co-leads the Mastercard Women’s Leadership Network (Toronto Chapter), fostering an inclusive space for professional growth and mentorship through networking, skill-building workshops and enriching events