The relationship between the board chair and the CEO is one of the most critical drivers of effective governance and organizational success. This session will explore how a strong, trust-based chair–CEO relationship supports strategic alignment, constructive challenge, and clear accountability. Participants will gain insight into roles and boundaries, communication best practices, and common tensions that can arise between governance and management.

Join us for an exclusive luncheon featuring guest speaker Heather Culbert, a distinguished corporate director, seasoned energy executive, and co-founder of Axis Connects and Board Ready Women. With more than three decades of leadership experience in the oil and gas sector, including senior executive roles at Enerplus, Heather has built a reputation for driving organizational excellence while championing strong governance and community impact.

Prepare for an exclusive discussion on strategic insight and candid boardroom dialogue as we welcome Rania Llewellyn - one of Canada's most accomplished financial services leaders and the first woman to lead a major chartered bank in Canada. As the former President and Chief Executive Officer of Laurentian Bank, Rania led the organization through a period of significant transformation, exceeding strategic objectives and strengthening its market position. Today, she continues to shape executive leadership as the founder of her advisory firm, providing strategic counsel to CEOs and C-suite leaders, and as a Senior Executive Advisor at Accenture.

AI is rapidly reshaping how boards govern, manage risk, and make decisions. Join leading executives and technology experts for a timely conversation on what this means for today's boardrooms - and how to stay ahead.

To kick off 2026, join us in Edmonton for our Board Readiness Series, a 2-session program designed to help you navigate your path to the boardroom and build your connections along the way. Held on February 17 and March 9, each session brings together expert speakers to explore the essentials of board directorship, from crafting a compelling board CV to understanding legal responsibilities and board dynamics.

Boards are navigating accelerating technological change, heightened uncertainty, and rising expectations from investors, employees, regulators, and society. This session will provide directors with a strategic outlook on the key trends, technologies, and stakeholder dynamics shaping enterprise value. The discussion will focus on what these shifts mean for board oversight, strategic decision-making, and governance, equipping directors with the questions and perspectives needed to guide their organizations with confidence.

Boards function best when vision, strategy, and collaboration are aligned - and when diverse perspectives are brought to the table. Chairs play a critical role in setting that tone. This session explores how Chairs,....

Board members bring differing perspectives to the table, which can shift dynamics and affect decision-making. This session will explore how to navigate those differences in ways that preserve trust, ensure all voices are heard, and keep the focus on what’s best for the organization. Our panelists will share perspectives...