Axis Connects Leadership Forum
November 13
TELUS Convention Centre Calgary
This isn’t just a conference—it’s your opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, gain valuable insights, and equip yourself with the tools for continued success and growth. Be part of this transformative experience and take your leadership journey to the next level!
Your engagement—from participating in insightful panel discussions to seizing networking opportunities—helped shape an unforgettable experience. Here’s a look at the impact we made together in 2023:
- 400+ mid-to-senior level leaders
- 140 companies across various industries including energy, finance, technology, education and the public sector
- 98% of attendees expressed their intent to return in 2024
Agenda (2024)
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Conference Registration
9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Morning Keynotes
Leadership in a Diverse and Dynamic Era, with Zabeen Hirji, Executive Advisor, Deloitte & The New CEO with Ty Wiggins, CEO & Executive Transition Practice Lead, Russell Reynolds Associates.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Breakout Sessions
What’s Next for Alberta? with Cristina Lopez and Gitane de Silva; Negotiation and Conflict Types with Joanna Shea; The Gender Data Gap with Janine Rogan and Danika Kelly.
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
The Right Honourable Stephen J. Harper on The Impact of the U.S. Election
Mr. Harper, who served as Prime Minister from 2006 to 2015, is known for his leadership and his influence on Canada’s economic and political direction. In this fireside chat, with Goldy Hyder, President & CEO of the Business Council of Canada, Mr. Harper will provide unique insights into how the U.S. election will impact Canada’s economy, trade relations, and global standing.
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
VIP Meet & Greet with The Right Honourable Stephen J. Harper
VIP or Gold ticket holders only
1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Afternoon Keynotes
The Business of Women’s Sport with Diana Matheson and Russell Reimer; Nerve: Lessons on Leadership from Two Women Who Went First with Martha Piper and Indira Samarasekera; Leadership for the Future with Sabrina Sullivan and Meghan Donohoe.
4:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Cocktail Networking
