8:15 a.m. | Breakfast and Networking
9:00 a.m. | Welcome and Opening Remarks
Step into the realm of innovation and knowledge as we commence this highly anticipated event with a warm welcome from Dr. Vivek Goel, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Waterloo.
Dr. Vivek Goel
President and Vice-Chancellor, University of Waterloo
9:05 a.m. | How Technologies Are Reshaping the World
Keynote presentation
This opening keynote address will paint a panoramic view of how technologies are dynamically reshaping the realms of business, government, and society. From Canada to every corner of the globe, discover the profound impact that technology is having on our world today and get a glimpse of what lies ahead.
Dr. Michael Chui
Partner, McKinsey Global Institute (MGI)
Jennifer Smith
Engineering Director, Google Core Labs and Co-Site Lead, Google Waterloo
9:55 a.m. | Networking Break
10:15 a.m. | Human-Centred AI
Panel discussion
Explore the opportunities and challenges in developing artificial intelligence applications that prioritize ethics and human-AI collaboration.
Armughan Ahmad
CEO and President, Appen
Tomi Poutanen
Co-founder and CEO, Signal 1
John Weigelt
Chief Technology Officer, Microsoft Canada
Dr. Alexander Wong
Co-director, Vision and Image Processing Lab
Canada Research Chair, AI and Medical Imaging
Chief Scientist and Co-founder, DarwinAI
11:15 a.m. | Navigating Digital Transformation
Fireside chat
Join us for an intimate fireside chat with Dave McKay, the President and CEO of Royal Bank of Canada (RBC), as he shares invaluable insights into RBC's transformative journey in the digital age. As an industry titan, McKay will illuminate the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for the financial services sector in Canada and beyond.
Dave McKay
President and CEO, RBC
Dr. Vivek Goel
President and Vice-Chancellor, University of Waterloo
12:00 p.m. | Lunch and Networking Break
1:00 p.m. | Technology Collisions
Active learning session
Discover how existing and future technologies have the power to shape your organization as you navigate through a world of technological disruptions and collisions. Through this active learning session with Dr. Joël Blit, you will explore the profound implications and opportunities that emerge when technology intersects and revolutionizes various industries.
Dr. Joël Blit
Chair, Council on Innovation Policy
Senior Fellow, Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI)
1:55 p.m. | Technology Horizons From Silicon Valley
Special presentation
Join renowned AI expert Dr. Jimmy Lin as he leads a virtual chat with the visionary CEO of OpenAI, Sam Altman. They'll discuss the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it's shaping our society - for better or worse. From the heart of Silicon Valley, gain exclusive insights into how AI is revolutionizing our world and transforming the way we do business.
Sam Altman
CEO, OpenAI
Dr. Jimmy Lin
Co-director, Waterloo AI Institute
CTO, Primal
2:30 p.m. | Future of Robotics and Automation
Breakout session
This session will explore groundbreaking technologies and disruptive trends that are reshaping automation, production, and industrial innovation.
Armen Bakirtzian
CEO and Co-Founder, Intellijoint Surgical
Todd Deaville
Vice-President, Factory of the Future, Corporate R&D, Magna International Inc.
Bryan Webb
President, Clearpath Robotics
Dr. John McPhee
Professor and Canada Research Chair, Biomechatronics
2:30 p.m. | Future of Cybersecurity
Breakout session
Uncover the hidden world of cyber threats and their implications for organizations in this compelling panel discussion. Bringing together industry pioneers, public security experts, and academic visionaries, this session offers valuable insights into the ever-expanding range of cyber threats that loom over enterprises. You'll also gain exclusive knowledge about the cutting-edge technologies being developed to safeguard against these threats and ensure organizational stability.
Charles Eagan
CTO, BlackBerry Ltd.
Claudette McGowan
CEO, Protexxa
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
3:25 p.m. | The Power of Clean Tech in Driving Canada's Future
Panel discussion
Dive into the forefront of clean technologies and unravel the latest insights and trends driving sustainable development. In this panel discussion, you'll discover the crucial role of clean tech in addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainability. This dynamic discussion will shed light on the interplay between technology and the broader societal discourse on building a sustainable future.
Jennifer Edey
Senior Vice-President, Operational Services and Business Development, Bruce Power
Tracy Primeau
Corporate Director, OPG and WiN Canada
Founder and Principal, Agile Bear
Amir Khajepour
Professor and Canada Research Chair in Mechatronic Vehicle Systems
Sarah Goldfeder
Director, Government Relations and Corporate Affairs, General Motors of Canada
Dr. Chisu Kim
Director, Research and Strategy, Hydro-Québec
4:15 p.m. | Technology and Innovation Leadership in the 21st Century
Panel discussion
This closing panel discussion will feature influential leaders from a diverse range of industries who have successfully navigated periods of rapid change. Gain exclusive access to their strategies for leading through transformative times and their valuable insights on the trajectory of the new world of work. The conversation will highlight the intersection of leadership and the ongoing technological revolution.
Erin Chapple
Corporate Vice-President, Azure Core Product and Design, Microsoft
Jodi Kovitz
CEO, Human Resources Professional Association
Kevin Strain
President and CEO, Sun Life
Kim Watson
President and Managing Director, Wipro Canada
Mark Weber
Eyton Director, Conrad School of Entrepreneurship and Business
5:05 p.m. | Closing Remarks
As the event draws to a close, we'll reflect on the illuminating discussions and insights into emerging technologies, and their direct applications to business.
Dr. Vivek Goel
President and Vice-Chancellor, University of Waterloo
5:10 p.m. | Reception and Networking
Enjoy refreshments and an opportunity to connect with speakers and fellow attendees.