🚀 Odyssey Hackathon — Empowering the Next Generation of Builders
Overview
I organized and executed the Odyssey Hackathon, a three-day in-person tech event hosted in Brampton that brought together 350+ developers, designers, and entrepreneurs from across Ontario. The goal was to inspire collaboration, creativity, and community among emerging tech talent.
Impact
Odyssey became one of the largest student-led hackathons in Brampton, fostering innovation in AI, sustainability, and blockchain — and inspiring participants to transform ideas into real-world solutions.
🧭 Event Planning & Logistics
Coordinated schedules, workshops, and sponsor sessions to ensure a seamless experience for participants.
💼 Sponsorship & Partnerships
Collaborated with local organizations to secure resources and manage a $15,000 prize fund.
🎙️ Community Engagement
Helped onboard mentors, judges, and volunteers to support participants throughout the 72-hour event.
📈 Outcome
The hackathon successfully launched multiple prototypes and connected participants to ongoing accelerator programs.