Young Professionals Meet up at IKEA
Thu, Jan 29
|IKEA Vaughan
We’re back with another Young Professionals Meetup, this time hosted at IKEA Vaughan, one of the world’s most recognized brands and a global leader in sustainability and purpose-driven business. You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how IKEA operates, the values that guide its leadership, and how
Time & Location
Jan 29, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
IKEA Vaughan, 200 Interchange Wy, Concord, ON L4K 0N7, Canada
About the event
We’re back with another Young Professionals Meetup, this time hosted at IKEA Vaughan, one of the world’s most recognized brands and a global leader in sustainability and purpose-driven business.
You’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how IKEA operates, the values that guide its leadership, and how sustainability is embedded into everyday decision-making at a large, global organization.
But that’s not all, we’ll also explore a topic that matters to today’s young professionals: leading with purpose 🌱. Learn how values-driven leadership can create real impact, drive sustainability goals, and shape meaningful careers.
Come for the insights, stay for the networking, food, drinks, and great conversations. ✨
This is your chance to:
Meet and connect with other young professionals (ages 20–35)
Learn how a global brand like IKEA leads with purpose and sustainability
Experience a behind-the-scenes walking tour of IKEA Vaughan
Enjoy food, drinks, and networking in a relaxed, welcoming setting
Purpose-Driven Leadership for Advancing Sustainability Goals
with Odette Walker, Market Manager – IKEA Vaughan
What does it mean to lead with purpose at a global organization, and how does that leadership translate into real sustainability impact?
Join Odette Walker, Market Manager at IKEA Vaughan, as she shares insights into IKEA’s leadership philosophy, sustainability journey, and how purpose-driven decision-making shapes culture, operations, and long-term success.
Whether you’re interested in sustainability, leadership, or building a meaningful career, this session offers practical insight and inspiration for young professionals navigating today’s evolving workplace.