Unleashing the power of technology for business leaders
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 Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, Dave McKay, President and CEO of RBC, 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 at Fairmont Royal York.
Date | November 8, 2023 |
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Time | 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. EST |
Location | Fairmont Royal York 100 Front St W Toronto, ON |
Hear from industry luminaries and leading experts in their fields

Armughan Ahmad
CEO and President, Appen

Sam Altman
CEO, OpenAI

Armen Bakirtzian
CEO and Co-Founder, Intellijoint Surgical

Chris Biederman
CTO, Li-Cycle

Dr. Joël Blit
Chair, Council on Innovation Policy

Dr. Michael Chui
Partner, McKinsey Global Institute (MGI)

Charles Eagan
CTO, BlackBerry Ltd.

Dr. Vivek Goel
President and Vice-Chancellor, University of Waterloo

Amir Khajepour
Professor and Canada Research Chair in Mechatronic Vehicle Systems

Jodi Kovitz
CEO, Human Resources Professional Association

Dr. Jimmy Lin
Co-director, Waterloo AI Institute
CTO, Primal

Claudette McGowan
CEO, Protexxa

Dave McKay
President and CEO, RBC

Dr. Bessma Momani
Professor, Political Science
Senior Fellow, Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI)

Dr. Michele Mosca
Co-founder, Institute for Quantum Computing
CEO and Co-founder, evolutionQ

Tracy Primeau
Corporate Director, OPG and WiN Canada
Founder and Principal, Agile Bear

Tomi Poutanen
CEO and co-founder, Signal 1

Kevin Strain
President and CEO, Sun Life

Bryan Webb
President, Clearpath Robotics

Mark Weber
Eyton Director, Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business

Dr. Mary Wells
Dean, Faculty of Engineering

Marissa West
President and Managing Director, GM Canada

Dr. Alexander Wong
Canada Research Chair, AI and Medical Imaging
Chief Scientist and Co-founder, DarwinAI
Advisory Board Member, Waterloo.AI
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.

Featuring inspiring keynotes, thought-provoking panels, and interactive sessions
- How Technologies are Reshaping the World
- Human-Centred AI
- Navigating Digital Transformation
- Technology Collisions
- Technology Horizons from Silicon Valley
- Future of Robotics and Automation
- Future of Cybersecurity
- The Power of Clean Tech in Driving Sustainable Development
- Technology and Innovation Leadership in the 21st Century
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