The University of Ottawa’s Entrepreneurs’ Club is delighted to announce the 19th annual “A Toast to Success” Business Dinner. Renowned as one of the Telfer School of Management’s most prestigious events, the Business Dinner brings together commerce students and various local business professionals as we celebrate entrepreneurial success in today's global economy. The event provides unique networking and mentoring opportunities while introducing professionals to some of Canada’s brightest and most ambitious business students.

The evening will consist of a designated networking session, silent auction, and keynote address given by this year’s guest speaker; Donald Ziraldo.

The Entrepreneurs’ Club is honoured to welcome Donald Ziraldo, co-founder of Inniskillin Wines Inc. Originally from St. Catharine’s, Ontario, Mr. Ziraldo has become an influential entrepreneur and has seen great success in the winery business. As well as being an author and director, Mr. Ziraldo has also been a member of numerous boards and councils surrounding Canada’s tourism and winery industries.

Nearly 200 students and professionals in attendance each year enjoy impressive displays of hard work, passion and accomplishment in the night's festivities. The Business Dinner begins with a beautiful reception featuring a silent auction with proceeds benefiting a featured charity and quality networking. The main portion of the night includes an exquisite four course meal and inspiring speech from the event's keynote speaker.