PixelPaddle’s Participation in WebSummit TownHall 2025: Strengthening Global Presence and Collaborations

The PixelPaddle team is excited to build on the success and momentum gained from Collision Conference 2023. With the same energy and dedication, we are eagerly anticipating our participation in the upcoming WebSummit 2025, which will take place in the dynamic city of Vancouver, BC, from May 27 to May 30. This event offers us another remarkable opportunity to showcase our cutting-edge solutions and expand our global presence in the technology landscape.

Our CEO, Mr. Meer Anwar, together with the core leadership team, recently attended the WebSummit Town Hall Meeting on September 4, 2024. During this meeting, they engaged with key stakeholders and contributed to insightful discussions on the future of tech innovation and global collaboration.

In addition to attending WebSummit 2025 as a leading Canadian startup, PixelPaddle is committed to promoting the event on a global scale. We are actively engaged with several chambers of commerce across British Columbia, including Burnaby, Surrey, and Richmond. Mr. Meer Anwar, a strong advocate for international tech events such as WebSummit, AISummit, and the Blockchain Futurist Conference, regularly emphasizes the significance of such events during local meetups and international webinars, fostering greater participation and the exchange of knowledge across industries.

The enthusiasm for WebSummit 2025 is palpable across all sectors, including government, private industry, the startup ecosystem, and tech innovators. The collective support for this international event underscores Canada’s role as a leader in the global tech arena. The Town Hall meeting featured inspiring remarks from distinguished dignitaries, including: 

  • The Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada (PacifiCan)
  • The Honourable Brenda Bailey, Minister of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation
  • Royce Chwin, CEO of Destination Vancouver
  • Lejla Uzicanin, Vice President, Data Research and Policy, Invest Vancouver
  • Peter Cowan, CEO of Innovate BC
  • Michael Drake, VP of Meetings, Conventions, and Events, Destination Vancouver
  • Casey Lau, Co-Host of WebSummit Vancouver
  • Jennifer McNaughton, Partnerships, WebSummit Vancouver
    &
  • Paddy Cosgrave, Co-Founder WebSummit (joined virtually)

 

As an active member of the Pakistan Canada Trade Association (PWCTA), Mr. Meer Anwar has proactively reached out to WebSummit’s management and is closely collaborating with the Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA). The goal of this partnership is to ensure an efficient and impactful presence for Pakistani startups and IT companies at WebSummit 2025. By leveraging B2B networking opportunities, this initiative aims to drive growth, innovation, and economic collaboration between the Canadian and Pakistani markets.

At PixelPaddle, we remain committed to advancing the tech ecosystem through our innovative solutions and by fostering international collaboration. WebSummit 2025 represents a critical milestone in our ongoing journey towards global expansion and partnership-building, and we are eager to engage with industry leaders from around the world to shape the future of tech together.

[Sep 2024]