Learn.              Connect.            Be Inspired.

Join us for a morning of ideas and engaging minds. 

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When: Wednesday, October 5, 2011

Where:  Glenn Gould Studios (250 Front Street West, Toronto)

Time: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.  

(Continental breakfast and refreshments will be provided.)


                                                   Featuring:

Kim Campbell - 19th Prime Minister of Canada
The Rt. Hon. Kim Campbell rose to fame as our country's first female Prime Minister and one of the youngest Prime Minster's world-wide. Since her tenure as leader, she has travelled internationally to represent Canada and strengthen democracy and women's leadership around the world. Ms. Campbell is chair of the International Advisory board for the Foundation of Effective Governance in Kiev and chairs the steering committee the World Movement for Democracy. From her rise as a young leader to an international advocate for democracy, and a 'leader of leaders', Ms. Campbell brings a unique and matured perspective on current events, politics and international relations. 

Dr. Samantha Nutt - War Child Founder
Chosen by Maclean's Magazine for their annual honour roll as one of "12 Canadians Making a Difference", Dr. Nutt is a medical doctor with more than 15 years experience working in war zones and helping women and children across the globe. Her riveting new book, Damned Nations: Greed, Guns, Armies and Aid, is a compilation of experiences and heart-wrenching anecdotes along with Dr. Nutt's principled and uncompromising analysis of terrorism, injustice and extreme poverty.

Mark Tewksbury - Olympic & Humanitarian Champion
Mark Tewksbury knows what it takes it be a champion. He burst onto the scene at the Barcelona Olympics with a gold medal victory in the 100-metre backstroke, and would eventually retire a triple medal winner, and become a respected humanitarian champion. Author of the best-selling book - The Great Traits of Champions, Tewksbury discusses the fundamentals for being a champion in your own life.

Lee-Anne McAlear - Program Director, Schulich's Centre of Excellence in Innovation Management
Innovation in organizations creates energy, enhances engagement and drives growth. Lee-Anne McAlear delivers award-winning innovation, creativity, leadership and team development initiatives globally. She works with Fortune 500 and high growth entrepreneurial firms to help formulate strategy and enhance individual, team and organizational performance. McAlear provides tools and techniques to harness and focus the natural creativity of employees and association members.

Bruce Croxon- Newest Dragons' Den Judge & Lavalife Co-Founder
Long before social networking became a buzz word, Bruce Croxon made his mark as a digital pioneer by co-founding Lavalife in 1987 and revolutionizing how people connect. After its spectacular rise, he sold the company for a stunning 180 million dollars. As the newest judge on Dragons' Den, he is adding a broad range of businesses and products to his portfolio that tap into his passion for digital media, marketing and health.  

Howard Green - BNN News Anchor
Howard Green is the anchor of "Headline", the prime time interview program on Business News Network in Canada. He is one of the original on-air hosts at BNN, a network he helped launch. Green interviews top North American CEO's, decision makers and market players. Each weeknight evening following the program, he hosts the widely popular, "Market Call Tonight", a half-hour phone in show for investors seeking advice from leading money managers.

And more to come!

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What last year's attendees are saying:
 

 “I was moved, inspired, entertained and I left feeling a little bit smarter and very proud to be Canadian. You have wonderful speakers and a terrific team. Great event! Thanks for inviting me.”

Bank of Montreal

“All of the speakers were so talented and inspiring; I walked away with new information and learned so much about Canada’s great icons! It was a pleasure meeting the NSB team, you were very welcoming and I can see that you love what you do!"

Canadian Health Information Management Association

"I want to thank you again for inviting me to Engage 2010: A Speaker Series Event, today. The speakers you selected were each brilliant in their fields; we took lessons away from everyone. And we were entertained! Pat yourselves on the back for a job well done."

Canadian Public Relations Society

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