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Degrees of Success

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Theme for 2026: Sustainable Living

15th February 2026 ∘ Brampton City Hall

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What to 

expect?

Immerse yourself in a transformative experience of knowledge, growth, and endless possibilities

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Degrees of Success 2026 is Lotus STEMM’s 5th annual conference, bringing South Asian families together to explore how culture, community and careers in STEMM can shape a more sustainable future. 

 

Primarily designed for South Asian families (youth, parents, educators), but open and welcoming to all!

Featuring

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Speakers

Interactive Booths

Networking

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...and fun!

Spots are limited

When

& Where

Date: 15th February 2026

Time: 10:30 am - 3:00 pm

Location: Brampton City Hall - Conservatory

*Entry from the Main City Hall Doors

Free Underground Parking

Speakers

& Panelists

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Anu Ramchandran Nair
Panel Moderator

Anu Ramchandran Nair, MSc, PMP, PMI‑ACP, is a strategic life sciences professional and PhD student with more than eight years of cross‑sector experience spanning academic research, biomanufacturing, and health systems organizations. She currently serves as a Research Facilitator at Health Sciences North Research Institute and a Research Administrative Coordinator at ICES North, where she supports multidisciplinary teams in advancing impactful health research and driving process improvement initiatives.

Anu’s career has included roles as a Research Technician, Research Formulation Chemist, Laboratory Technical Lead, Quality Control Inspector, Science Tutor, and Chemical Laboratory Assistant, giving her a rare end‑to‑end view of the research and innovation lifecycle from lab bench to real‑world application. Across these positions, she has led and supported projects focused on process enhancement, scale‑up, and data‑driven decision‑making, consistently demonstrating strong analytical, leadership, and collaboration skills.

With a Bachelor of Science from Sardar Patel University, a Master of Science from Nirma University, and an Advanced Diploma from Cambrian College, Anu combines deep technical training with formal project management expertise, holding both PMP and PMI‑ACP certifications. She is known as an empathetic leader, mentor, and lifelong learner who values authenticity, respect, and professionalism, and she is committed to growing as a thought leader within the biotech, pharmaceutical, and medical device sectors.

Beyond her core roles, Anu is an emerging author and active volunteer, dedicated to sharing knowledge, uplifting others, and contributing to initiatives that create tangible community impact. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, writing, and traveling, pursuits that fuel her curiosity and broaden the perspective she brings to her professional and volunteer work.

Want to join us? 

Reach out at lotusstemm@gmail.com to explore sponsorship or partnership opportunities.

Conferance

Schedule

10:30 am to 11:15am

Hands-on activities with outreach partners

11:15 am to 11:30am

Opening remarks

11:30am to 12:30pm

TEDx style talks

12:30pm to 1:15pm

Lunch & Networking

1:15pm to 3:00pm

Hands-on activities with outreach partners

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2:45pm to 3:00pm

Closing remarks

Support
Degrees of Success

We’re looking for partners who share our vision of empowering South Asian youth and their families in STEMM.

 

Sponsors make it possible for us to keep Degrees of Success free and accessible for all.

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Want to Volunteer with us? 

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CONFERENCES.

COUNTLESS STORIES.
LASTING IMPACT.

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100%

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of 2020 attendees expressed interest in attending future Lotus STEMM events

Youth-focused AI & innovation summit

2024

AI-Themed & Focused

2023

Breakthrough Year

2021

Community Focus

250+

PARTICIPANTS REACHED

In-person event at Community Centre

Single-day virtual STEMM showcase

5-day fully virtual conference

2020

Virtual Launch

VOLUNTEERS MOBILIZED

50+

SPEAKERS / FACILITATORS

35+

16

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS

22

HANDS-ON WORKSHOPS / SESSIONS

13

CORPORATE SPONSORS

66%

of participants in the Family & I Code Together session reported it helped them connect with loved ones through STEMM

Media

Showcase

Sponsors

Venue Sponsor

Silver Sponsor

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Bronze Sponsor

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Food Sponsor

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Partners

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