Conference Program

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CONFERENCE PROGRAM

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1

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BREAKFAST SEMINARS

7:15 AM – 8:20 AM

TOPIC 1: ACHIEVING YOUR MODERN ACCOUNTING GOALS: WHY A VALUE-BASED APPROACH IS KEY

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MICHAEL SHULTZ

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Director of Solutions MarketingBlackLine

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Learning Objectives:

1) Identify ways modern accounting can help accounting & finance focus on the more important matters of the organization.

2) Recognize how to build a framework for accelerating modern accounting and measuring success along the way.

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TOPIC 2: Risky (Hybrid) Business

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CFOs are playing a central role in rethinking the post-pandemic office for the entire organization.   With a whole host of new variables and risks in 2022 that can be mitigated but not controlled, finding ways to close the digital skills gap, optimize core processes and coax further employee performance gains are areas for big wins.  Rethinking the “office” carries a one-time opportunity for Finance and IT to double down on pandemic era gains, get ahead of rising costs, close security gaps and eliminate process obstacles that hinder growth.

Join the Ricoh Canada panel of experts in digital transformation, cyber security and process optimization as they discuss the obstacles confronting finance leaders in 2022.

Panelists:

Ryan Beckwith

National Manager, Managed Services, Ricoh Canada

Epsit Jajal

Virtual CIO, IT Services, Ricoh Canada

Julian Jugmohan

Vice-President, Finance,  Customer Administration and IT, Ricoh Canada

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8:55 AM – 9:10 AM

WELCOME & OPENING REMARKS

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DAVID MARRIOTT

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FEI Canada, Conference Chair
& CFO, Pomeroy Lodging

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DAVE BEZANSON

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FEI Canada, Chair of the Board of Directors, & VP Investor Relations & Pensions, Emera Incorporated

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GEORGINA BLANAS

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FEI Canada,
Executive Director

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9:10 AM – 10:10 AM

TURNING DISRUPTION INTO OPPORTUNITY

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HARRY TAYLOR

Executive Vice President, Finance & CFO
WestJet Airlines

 

The pandemic disrupted the airline industry in many ways.  At the onset, fear of contracting the virus, travel restrictions and quarantine rules, and cancellation of large-scale events meant that people did not travel for business or pleasure. As the pandemic continued, and new COVID variants emerged, travel demand remained depressed. The pandemic also lowered the barriers for new entrants into the market, changing the competitive landscape. Find out how WestJet managed through the uncertainty of the crisis, and how they are preparing for the future as travel demand rebounds.

 

“As businesses across Canada turn their focus to recovery from the pandemic, it’s important to come together and learn from each other,” said Harry Taylor, WestJet Chief Financial Officer. “After two immensely challenging years, the FEI conference provides a terrific opportunity for finance leaders from across the country to share experiences, exchange ideas and learn from one another. And have some fun while doing so!”[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”25″][vc_column_text]

SPONSORED BY

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10:15 AM – 11:45 AM

THE FUTURE OF ESG: HOW IMPORTANT IS IT FOR COMPANIES

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PATRYCJA DRAINVILLE

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Associate Director, Sustainable Finance
Scotiabank Global Banking & Markets

 

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BOB HIRTH

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Senior Managing Director, Protiviti

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SARAH MARSH

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Partner, National ESG Report and Assurance Leader, PwC Canada 

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Net Zero banking Alliance

•   Emissions enabled through the loan program

•   Banks monitoring exposure

•   2030 target – measures / metrics à moving the dial

Reporting Trends

•   Increased climate disclosure requirements,  Task Force on climate disclosure

•  Macro trends

•   Early lessons learned

Integration of ESG in Financing / Investing

•   Have to have targets, process and overview, compliance

•   Greenwashing – biggest risk  (could be a subject on its own; we should touch on it)

 

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11:50 AM – 12:50 PM 

THE IMPORTANCE OF LEADERSHIP IN THE “S” OF ESG

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JAMIE GROSSMAN

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Managing Principal
Cresa Toronto

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STEVE SADDLEBACK

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Director
Indian Resource Council

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CONCURRENT SESSIONS

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2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

TOPIC 1: ESG: THE ROAD AHEAD – ESG REPORTING IS COMING. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW?

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SCOTT BANDURA

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Partner, Assurance, PwC Canada 

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SARAH MARSH

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Partner, National ESG Report and Assurance Leader, PwC Canada 

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Scott Bandura, Partner, Global Accounting Consulting Services, Calgary, PwC Canada

 

Scott will speak on how ESG reporting is evolving across industries, including energy. Starting from a global perspective, Scott will share insights on the regulatory landscape and how it may impact Canadian Companies including the latest developments at the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), the Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA), the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and European standard setters.

 

Sarah Marsh, Partner, National ESG Report and Assurance Leader, PwC Canada

 

Sarah will speak to Assurance and how companies can build trust in their ESG reporting. Sarah will also discuss leading practices on how to approach mandatory and voluntary reporting needs and give practical insights on how companies are developing controls and systems to report such information.

 

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TOPIC 2: THE FUTURE OF PAYMENTS

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DANIEL OH

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Country Manager (Interim), Sage Canada (Moderator)

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This session will explore the emerging trends to facilitate the transfer of funds between businesses.  The panel will discuss the new technologies that are being adopted, the use of digital currencies, risk mitigation strategies and the benefits of more efficient and less costly transactions.

• How does technology and regulation influence the evolution of payments?

• Can consumer preferences shift the way we transact on a daily basis? (Perks/rewards, payment deferral, payment splitting, transaction speed/cost)

• Will the ‘underbanked’ and ‘unbanked’ consumers around the world drive the payment revolution and fundamentally change the payment structures?

• Is Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC), both wholesale and retail, solve the problems with payments today (cost, time, compliance?)  Is digital Yuan driving the global adoption?

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TOPIC 3: enhancing private company value with effective governance

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Governance is often thought of as a bureaucratic necessity for public companies, which is probably why governance is often not a priority for private companies.  However, effective governance can add tremendous value to a private company by improving risk management, strategic planning and other key areas of the business.  While public companies may spend considerable time dealing with statutory requirements,  private companies have the advantage of tailoring and evolving their governance model to meet the needs of the business and its owners.  As an operator and strategic partner across various functions, the CFO plays a key role in the governance process and can be a catalyst for change.

The panel of experts will discuss the ways in which good governance can enhance business value and the key considerations for private companies, including:

• Governance models – Differences between public and private companies

• Boards of Directors vs. Advisory Boards

• Benefits in periods of transition (e.g., succession, IPO, sale)

• Challenges and keys to success

 

Michael Shultz, Director of Solutions Marketing, BlackLine (MODERATOR) 

Keith Chatwin, Partner, Capital Markets and Mergers & Acquisitions, Stikeman Elliot 

Gerard McInnis, Principal, Ozone Advisory Group 

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3:05 PM – 4:05 PM 

ECONOMIC OUTLOOK

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KARL SCHAMOTTA

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Chief Market Strategist
CORPAY

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MATTHEW STEWART

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Canada Director Economics and Financial Advisory Group,
Deloitte 

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PETER TERTZAKIAN

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Chief Energy Economist
Arc Energy Research Institute

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DR. TU NGUYEN

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Economist and ESG Director, RSM
MODERATOR

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4:10 PM – 5:10 PM 

WE ARE NOT JUST OIL

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JORDAN BALABAN

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President
Greengate Power

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BRENT LAKEMAN

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Director, Hydrogen Initiative
Edmonton Global 

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TREVOR WHITE

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President & CEO
Switch Power

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VLADEN STARK

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Director Finance
NGL Supply Company
Moderator

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THURSDAY, JUNE 2

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BREAKFAST SEMINARS

7:30 AM – 8:40AM 

TOPIC 1: 13 Brutal Realities Stalling DEI&B Efforts 

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_column_text]Despite the recent flurry of activity regarding Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B), women, people of color, and other underrepresented groups continue to experience significant inequities at various levels of the employee experience in Corporate America. These disparities won’t be overcome without acknowledging and boldly addressing 13 inconvenient but foundational challenges resulting from past and present systems, structures, and behaviors.  In this session, participants will: 

• Review the current state of DEI&B. 

• Learn the 13 Brutal Realities. 

• Explore strategies to overcome the 13 Brutal Realities[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_single_image image=”8217″ img_size=”medium”][vc_column_text]

DR. JARIK CONRAD

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VP HUMNA INSIGHTS & HCM ADVISORY, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, EQUITY AT WORK
UKG
PRESENTER

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TOPIC 2: Finance in the New world – Digital Explosion of Financial Data and Ensuing Opportunities

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_column_text]Digital is the Force of Change – The digital revolution is forcing finance to change everything – including the way it plans, budgets, forecasts, partners, pays, accounts, controls, reports, and manages risk. Best-in-class finance means finding ways to automate everything, generate insights, and increase decision speed / accuracy. Now is the time to bring in this incremental change and stay ahead of the pack.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_single_image image=”8250″ img_size=”medium”][vc_empty_space height=”15″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_width=”grid” css=”.vc_custom_1646170950319{background-color: #dddddd !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”8349″ img_size=”full”][vc_column_text]

AMEET BHOJWANI

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MANAGING DIRECTOR, FINANCE & PERFORMANCE
Deloitte

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JOHN HUGO

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VICE-PRESIDENT, FINANCIAL PRODUCTS & GO TO MARKET
Workday Inc.

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VEENA RAVI

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PARTNER, FINANCE & PERFORMANCE LEADER FOR BRITISH COLUMBIA
Deloitte
 

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GUY WILLIAMS

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REGIONAL FINANCIAL SALES LEADER
Workday Inc.
MODERATOR

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9:00 AM – 10:00 AM 

THE CFO OF THE FUTURE

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LEANNE CLARKE

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CFO
IBM Canada

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STEPHEN MILL

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CANADIAN PRESIDENT
EXECUTIVE SEARCH
Robert Half
MODERATOR

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PAMELA STEER

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CEO
CPA Canada
CFO of the Year™ 2019

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NADEEM VELANI

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CFO & EVP
Canadian Pacific Railway
CFO of the Year™ 2020

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_row_inner content_width=”grid” css=”.vc_custom_1646171172434{background-color: #dddddd !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Being on “autopilot” no longer works due to the disruption and uncertainty that COVID-19 had on the economic conditions, supply chain and the financial stability of the organizations.  In this session you will have the opportunity to hear from a panel of CFOs and Finance Leaders from 3 different organizations on the lessons learned and what they changed to support their organizations through the pandemic and beyond. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1646171157834{background-color: #dddddd !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner][qodef_separator type=”full-width” color=”#0675bc” border_style=”solid” thickness=”3″ top_margin=”30px” bottom_margin=”50px”][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_column_text deg=”0″]

CONCURRENT SESSIONS

11:55 AM – 12:55 PM 

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TOPIC 1: HOW TECHNOLOGY IS DISRUPTING PRIVATE COMPANY FINANCE

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DAN HUGO

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CFO
ATB Financial

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HOWARD JOHNSON

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MANAGING DIRECTOR & CANADIAN MARKET LEADER
Kroll

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AMANDA VELLA

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SENIOR DIRECTOR BUSINESS ADVISORY
ATB  Value Accelerator

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GARY TEAGUE

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SENIOR ADVISOR, ESTATE PLANNING
The Targeted Strategies Group
MODERATOR

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_row_inner content_width=”grid” css=”.vc_custom_1646171172434{background-color: #dddddd !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Finance Technological disruption is happening all around us and the finance industry is no exception. A panel of experts will examine how technological disruptions are impacting mergers & acquisitions, financing, entrepreneur exit alternatives and family business succession for privately held companies. Our discussion will include topics such as:

 

• Open banking, crypto currency and fintech and their impacts on the lending landscape
• The changing role of the banker in this digital landscape
• Digital transformation and aging business owners, setting the next generation up for success
• How technology is changing the M&A process for buyers and sellers
• The accuracy of automated valuation reports and their impact on selling expectations
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TOPIC 2: MANAGE THE OPTIMIZATION OF OPERATIONS. A ROLE FOR FINANCE?

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_column_text]In this session, we will explore finance’s role in managing the effectiveness of operations while maintaining an optimal level of risk. The panelists will address how finance can use technology to provide forward looking insights on managing suppliers, procurement practices, global supply chains and contracts. The session will discuss trends in supply chain simulation, procurement modelling and ESG practices which facilitate the operating efficiency of the organization.

In depth topics:

CUSMA (NAFTA 2.0) implications to North America trade. Does political and tax landscape make Canadian companies attractive to supply goods and services to the US and Mexico, as well as internationally?

• Do geopolitical pressures across the world put pressure on North American companies tolook for local suppliers and customers? Is regionalization the next evolution of the global trade?

• Do EGS pressures create restrictions for trade in certain parts of the world. As we enter a commodity super cycle globally, how can Canadian companies keep their supply costs competitive?

• What role does finance play in operations excellence and strategy of the business and its supply chain? Deeper look at the supply chain simulation and procurement modelling.

PANELISTS

Mark Deller,  Managing Partner, Davidson Mattis
Christine J. Diaz, Senior Director S/4HANA Finance & Risk, CoE, SAP Canada
Dave Malenfant, Director, Outreach and Partnerships, Centre for Supply Chain Innovation, Texas Christian University

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TOPIC 3: DRIVING TAX STRATEGY IN AN EVOLVING ENVIRONMENT

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_column_text]As we peer over the horizon, the key pillars to an effective tax strategy to mitigate financial, operational and reputational risk of an organization. Discussion around topics such as developing a risk framework, establishing governance protocols, framing an advocacy approach, communicating tax policies, and managing the tax compliance burden.

PANELISTS:

Fred O’Riordan, Canadian National Leader, Tax Policy, EY
Thomas Brook, Partner, Transaction Tax, EY
Meghan Harris-Ngae, Partner, ESG, Climate Change & EHS, EY
Michelle Tocher, Partner, Tax Technology & Transformation, EY

Moderator:
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10:50 AM – 11:50 PM

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

LEADING WITH A GROWTH MINDSET: HOW TO INNOVATE AND SUCCEED DESPITE DISRUPTION 

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LISA CARROLL

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Canadian Public Sector Leader
Microsoft Canada

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_row_inner content_width=”grid” css=”.vc_custom_1646170983126{background-color: #dddddd !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]As the public sector lead for Microsoft Canada, Lisa Carroll witnessed firsthand the rapid transformation across the public sector over the past two and a half years. Working alongside the government on its digital journey, a new approach to risk was developed – transforming a massive ecosystem to be digital first as tens of thousands of employees moved to remote work and citizen services were near-instantly moved online. Join Lisa as she discusses the growth mindset that not only made it possible but will also empower our recovery. From leadership to skilling to cybersecurity to diversity and inclusion, we know what it will take to come back stronger. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1646170890528{background-color: #dddddd !important;}”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”15″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1646170904012{background-color: #dddddd !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner][qodef_separator type=”full-width” color=”#0675bc” border_style=”solid” thickness=”3″ top_margin=”30px” bottom_margin=”50px”][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_column_text deg=”0″]

1:00 PM – 2:50 PM 

CLOSING LUNCHEON & KEYNOTE SPEAKER

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MANJIT MINHAS

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Canadian Entrepreneur and Dragon’s Den television personality

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CONSTANTINE HATZIPANAYIS

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Partner, Growth Equity Partners, BDC (INTRODUCTIONS)

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LAURA DIDYK

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Vice President Client Diversity, BDC  (EMCEE)

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20″][/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_width=”grid” css=”.vc_custom_1646170983126{background-color: #dddddd !important;}”][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text]Manjit Minhas shares business lessons with equal parts force and finesse. A judge on CBC’s Dragons’ Den for the past six years, Minhas also runs the 10th largest brewery in the world — earning an excess of 220 million dollars last year alone. Her unprecedented success in a male-dominated field demolished stereotypes, surprised competitors, and cleared a path for entrepreneurs of every age and gender. In talks, she distills the hands-on entrepreneurial lessons of her success, showing audiences how they can embrace change, defy expectations, and incentivize disruption.[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_column_text]Luncheon sponsored by

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2:50 PM – 3:00 PM

CLOSING REMARKS & LAUNCH OF 2023 CONFERENCE

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MARTIN NOËL

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Senior Vice President & CFO
Premier Tech
Moderator

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JEAN BÉLANGER

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President and Chief Executive Officer
Premier Tech

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Jean Belanger, CEO of Premier Tech, will share the origin of his company and how it became what it is today. He will share how Premier Tech has been able to generate sustained growth over the last 30 years while constantly reinventing itself through its focus on strategic planning and innovation, and now through its own digital transformation.

[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes” content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text]View presentations and exhibitors here[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes” content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_column_text deg=”0″]

3:25 PM – 4:40 PM CONCURRENT SESSIONS

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SESSION 1: Mergers & Acquisitions – Canada’s Competitiveness in the Global Economy

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KEN BROOKS

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Partner & EVP Strategy & Transitions
EY

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MELISSA GILBERT

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Executive VP & Lead, Finance
Beneva (created through the merger of La Capitale & SSQ Insurance)

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ALEX POURBAIX

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President & Chief Executive Officer
Cenovus Energy

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JO MARK ZUREL

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Corporate Director
Fortis Inc.

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes” content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text]Join our panel members Alex Pourbaix, President & CEO Cenovus Energy, Jo Mark Zurel, Corporate Director Fortis Inc., Melissa Gilbert, EVP Finance, Corporate Actuarial & Risk Management, La Capitale, Beneva, and Ken Brooks, EY Partner, EVP Strategy and Transactions for a discussion on Canada’s active and vibrant mergers and acquisitions market.  The rise of globalization has exponentially increased the necessity for companies to be innovative and competitive.  Listen as the panel shares insights on the Cenovus Energy acquisition of Husky Energy, Fortis growth strategy, La Capitale and SSQ ‘mergers of equals’ and Ken’s view on the pulse of the market.

 

Lessons learned?  Canada’s brand?  Where do we go from here?[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes” content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”6316″ img_size=”full”][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text]

MARTIN KYLE

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Chief Information Security Officer
Payments Canada

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DAINA PROCTOR

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Associate Partner, Security Intelligence & Consulting
IBM

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RUBY RAI

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Cyber Practice Leader
Marsh Canada Limited

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MARTY MURRAY

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Director of Business Performance Improvement Practice,
Protiviti
Moderator

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BRETT BOURGON

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President and Founder
B Inspired

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KUMBI CHADENGA

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Associate,
Bridging Finance

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GERALD HUESCH

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Senator, CEO, Founder,
Global Leadership School

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WINNIE LEUNG

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Chief Financial Officer,
Moneris

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DR. CHARLES PELLRIN

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Former Director Astrophysics,
NASA

[/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”5px”][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes” content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15px”][vc_column_text]Cyberattacks are becoming a significant problem for all sizes and types of organizations; an attack can impact your operations, client data, finances and your brand.  Recent tends highlight this increase in Cyber-threat activity.

 

cyber-threat (noun):  the possibility of a malicious attempt to damage or disrupt a computer network or system.

 

While having some form of cyber insurance in place will help a business in the event of an attack, in this new world, businesses are also responsible for implementing and maintaining their own cybersecurity program.  Join our panel discussion to find out more about risk mitigation in a wired environment.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner disable_element=”yes” content_width=”grid”][vc_column_inner][vc_empty_space height=”15″][vc_column_text deg=”0″]

3:25 PM – 4:40 PM CONCURRENT SESSIONS

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SESSION 3: Private Company Committee: Insights on Private Company M&A, Finance, Successions and Family Businesses

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HARLEY MINTZ

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Partner
The Targeted Strategies Group
Moderator

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ROSS CAMPBELL

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Co-Founder
The MBO Group

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JOHN FORESTER

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CFO
DBG Canada Limited

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DR. HOWARD E. JOHNSON

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Managing Director and Canada Market Leader
Duff & Phelps

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JEFF SHICKELE

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Vice President Finance and Technology
Amacon

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AMANDA VELLA

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Senior Director, Business Advisory & Transition Consultant
ATB Financial

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3:25 PM – 4:40 PM CONCURRENT SESSIONS

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SESSION 4: The Future of Pay: The 5 trends reshaping how your team pays your people, improves processes and protects your bottom line

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MARC OUELLET

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Chair, 2021 Conference
Moderator

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KHADIR AHMED

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Vice President, Canada Payment Operations
ADP

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6:00 PM – 6:15 PM DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD CELEBRATION

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LOUIS MARCOTTE

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Senior Vice President & CFO
Intact Financial Corporation
2021 Capon Award Winner

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The Frank S Capon Distinguished Service Award seeks to identify and reward an FEI Canada member who has had a significant impact on FEI Canada over the years. It is the highest award that FEI Canada gives to a volunteer.

 

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6:15 PM – 7:15 PM  SOCIAL NETWORKING EVENING
From CFO to Mixologist : is it in your DNA ?

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