As technology continues to disrupt the business landscape, technology often IS the strategy, making it crucial for executives to stay ahead of the curve.
Stay ahead in the tech-driven business world with WatSPEED's Tech Horizons Executive Forum. This one-day exclusive event for senior leaders will equip you with a better understanding of emerging technologies and strategic know-how to give your organization a competitive edge.
Featuring inspiring keynotes, thought-provoking panels, and interactive sessions are designed to deliver an unforgettable, empowering, and impactful experience. You will have the opportunity to learn from industry giants including Bruce Flatt, CEO, Brookfield Asset Management; Mellody Hobson, Co-CEO and President, Ariel Investments; and Rex Lee, CITO, Canadian Tire Corporation and many other business luminaries as they reveal the latest trends and share expert perspectives on the future of technology.
The Forum will also bring together some of the brightest minds from the University of Waterloo to share research insights and their direct application to the business world.
Join us for the executive event of the year
Hosted in the heart of Toronto.
| Date | November 26, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Time |
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET |
| Location |
Downtown Toronto Location announcement coming soon! |
Featuring inspiring keynotes, thought-provoking panels, and interactive sessions
- Economic futures: thriving through global and geopolitical uncertainties
- AI: adoption, application, and the Canadian imperative
- Future technology trends and their business implications
- Technology transformation and leading amidst disruption
Hear from industry luminaries and leading experts in their fields
Dr. Jagdeep Singh Bachher
Chancellor, University of Waterloo
Chief Investment Officer, University of California
Dr. Joël Blit
Chair, Council on Innovation Policy
Francis Bilodeau
Associate Deputy Minister, Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Bruce Flatt
CEO, Brookfield Asset Management
Dr. Vivek Goel
President and Vice-Chancellor, University of Waterloo
Mellody Hobson
Co-CEO and President, Ariel Investments
Nicole Janssen
Co-Founder and Co-CEO, AltaML
Rex Lee
CITO, Canadian Tire Corporation
Dr. Jimmy Lin
Co-director, Waterloo AI Institute
CTO, Primal
Dr. Bessma Momani
Professor, Political Science
Senior Fellow, Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI)
Jodie Wallis
Global Chief Analytics Officer, Manulife
J. Mark Weber
Special Advisor to the Provost on Leadership Strategy and Development
Dr. Mary Wells
Dean of Engineering, University of Waterloo
Access the latest thought leadership from top academic minds and business leaders.
Enhance your organization’s strategy with actionable insights, engaging discussions, and expert perspectives from industry.
Gain a competitive edge by staying ahead of the rapidly evolving technology landscape.
Relive highlights from 2023
WIth inspiring sessions by Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, and Dave McKay, President of RBC, last year's Forum was an undeniable success. Check out last year's event by the numbers:
- Sold out event + a waitlist!
- 250 executives registered to attend
- Audience of high-profile leaders and decision-makers
- 82% senior leaders
- 30 industries represented, including technology, finance, government, insurance, and health care
- Positive attendee experience
- 8.8 / 10 overall satisfaction rating
- 93% of attendees likely to recommend the event
