Plan to join us on October 25 for 2023 Education Day.

 

SITE Canada Education Day is just around the corner. Mark your calendar for a day of insight and inspiration on Wednesday, October 25th, 8:30am - 6:00pm.

Navigating our career journey with intention and purpose is the focus of this year’s Education Day. You will have the opportunity to equip yourself with tools encompassing productivity, AI, talent sourcing and wellness training.

Hosted at the OCAD University Waterfront Campus, 130 Queens Quay East, Toronto, be prepared to immerse yourself in this design and innovation hub. The keynote speakers, panelists and PechaKucha-style presentations will foster a great brainstorming environment and provide you with the necessary tools to help build your business, career and mental health. 

 

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2023 EDUCATION DAY AGENDA

8:15 AM          Registration /  Continental Breakfast – sponsored by Bahamas Tourism

9:15 AM          Welcome from SITE Canada - Gisele Robert, President, SITE Canada

9:20 AM          Keynote Sponsor Welcome – sponsored by Destination Vancouver

9:22 AM          Welcome Keynote:  How to Calm Your Mind – Finding Presence
                        & Productivity in Anxious Times -  Chris Bailey, The Productivity Project

10:25 AM         Refreshment Break - sponsorship available

10:45 AM         Wellness Session - Ritual Yoga House and WholeHearted

11:03 AM         PechaKucha Presentations Sponsor - Connect DMC

11:05 AM         PechaKucha-style Presentations – 2 leading industry topics

                         Introductions by Ron De Roo, Producer & Anchor, CTV News

                         Reducing Your Carbon Footprint For Your Events
                         Julien Etchanchu (Advito)

                         New program Design Trends, Amy Black (Creative Group)

11:40 AM         Speaker Sponsor Remarks - Air Canada (Brad Sutherland) - 1 min.

11:42 AM         Panel Discussion “What Is The Sales Landscape In Our Industry?
                        How Do I Get In The Door”?
                        Moderated by Ron De Roo, Producer & Anchor, CTV News

                        Panelists:
                        Steve O’Malley (Maritz),  Mark Zanetti (Destination Canada),
                        Matina Kalkounis (Scotiabank), Steven Dagenais, 1 Hotel Toronto

12:40 PM         Networking Lunch - sponsored by Melia Hotels & Resorts

1:43 PM          Speaker Sponsor Remarks - sponsorship available

1:45 PM          “AI & ChatGPT - What Does It Mean For The Events Industry?”
                       Mohit Rajhans, Think Start Knowledge Network

2:30 PM          Refreshment Break - sponsorship available

2:50 PM          Wellness Session - Ritual Yoga House and WholeHearted

3:10 PM          PechaKucha Presentations Sponsor - Connect DMC

3:15 PM          PechaKucha-style Presentations – 2 leading industry topics

                       Introductions by Ron De Roo, Producer & Anchor, CTV News

                       How to Onboard New Employees – Recreating The ‘Water Cooler’
                       Experience In Today’s Environment, Cat Butler (Wynford)

                        How To Tackle Tough Topics… Because You’re Worth It
                       Laura Bickle (Ignite Magazine)

3:45 PM          Closing Keynote Sponsor Remarks - sponsorship available

3:50 PM          How Colleges & Universities Can Assist with Recruitment
                       Judy Healy, Toronto Metropolitan University

3:55 PM          Closing Keynote:
                       Talent Shortage, Retention, and Recruitment
                       Jason Murray, BIPOC Executive Search Inc.

4:50 PM          Closing Remarks & Raffle Draw
                       Shelley Bartle-Reed, Director of Education, SITE Canada

4:55 PM          Cocktail Reception – sponsored by Meetings & Events Club Med

6:00 PM          Education Day Closed

 

TICKET PRICING 

SITE Member:
Early Bird Rate (until September 20): $160 plus HST
After September 20: $190 plus HST

Non Member:
Early Bird Rate (until September 20): $200 plus HST
After September 20: $230 plus HST

 

 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

 

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

 

Keynote Speaker Sponsor

 

Breakfast Sponsor

 

Lunch Sponsor

 

 

Reception Sponsor

 

 

Plenary Video Loop

 

 

Wellness Sponsors