Elevate Your Mind | Sessions

Culture catalysts: Igniting workplace wellness

with Steven Langer

Date: Friday, May 23
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
CPD: Up to 1 hour

Do you ever feel like, no matter how much effort you put into your workplace, nothing really changes? Like you’re stuck spinning your wheels while burnout slowly creeps in? Workplace culture isn’t shaped by policies alone—it’s built through daily interactions, small habits, and the intentional choices made by every team member.

In this interactive workshop, we’ll go beyond surface-level initiatives to explore practical wellness strategies that work. Together, we’ll examine how to measure the real impact of wellness efforts, and what it takes to create intentional, sustainable change. Often, the most powerful shifts aren’t drastic overhauls but subtle, strategic adjustments that ripple through an organization, transforming the way teams connect, collaborate, and thrive.

Everyone has the power to influence workplace wellness. This session will equip you with evidence-based tools to foster a culture where wellness isn’t an afterthought—it’s the foundation of a resilient, high-performing team.

Finding your north star: How to elevate to live your best life

with Dr. Ivan Joseph

Date: Friday, May 23
Time: 3:15 p.m. – 4:15 p.m.
CPD: Up to 1 hour

In this high energy and inspiring presentation, Dr. Ivan Joseph dives into the latest research on leading and thriving through change. It’s all about finding the self-confidence, grit, and optimism to forge a new path at work and at home.

A leadership and cultural transformation expert, Ivan understands the stress and resistance humans naturally experience during times of uncertainty and will share specific strategies to move past fear, set higher expectations, and overcome failure and setbacks.

Audiences will leave inspired and hopeful after listening to Ivan's entertaining stories from his life’s work of bringing people together, bringing out the best in them, and overcoming overwhelming odds to achieve unprecedented levels of success.

Key learnings include techniques for leading change confidently while maintaining excellence by examining ingrained habits and disrupting patterns that hinder performance. Ivan challenges audiences to recognize these behaviors and shift them for better outcomes. He will also share proven strategies for increasing engagement, drawing from his experience leading diverse teams to success and fostering a sense of belonging and pride. Additionally, he will demonstrate how raising expectations can inspire teams to soar, showing the power of setting ambitious yet attainable goals. Ivan will also provide techniques for managing stress effectively, equipping audiences with tools to cultivate hope and optimism so they can thrive through periods of change.

Generative AI use cases panel

Date: Friday, May 23
Time: 1:15 p.m. – 2:05 p.m.
CPD: Up to 1 hour

This session will explore the future of technology in our dynamic panel discussion on Generative AI Use Cases across diverse industries. Learn best practices for success and discover how this rapidly evolving field is reshaping human-AI collaboration. Discover insights on how various forms of intelligent automation are driving transformative changes across all industries.

How weathering storms makes your business stronger

with Jamie Clarke

Date: Friday, May 23
Time: 8:15 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
CPD: Up to 1 hour

The path to success is rarely smooth. Like facing a sudden blizzard on a high mountain, businesses today must navigate unexpected challenges and adapt to a constantly evolving landscape.

Be inspired by extreme adventurer, Jamie Clarke, as he shares his insights on leadership, resilience, and the power of the human spirit. In this compelling presentation, Jamie will demonstrate how the lessons learned from conquering extreme environments can be applied to the business world to:

• Cultivate courageous leadership: Empower your team to embrace challenges and make bold decisions.
• Foster a culture of resilience: Build a strong and adaptable workforce capable of overcoming obstacles.
• Embrace innovation and growth: Break free from outdated thinking and chart a course for a successful future.

Learn how to define clear goals, build strong support networks, and create sustainable systems to ensure your organization can scale its own, unique summit.

Power generated by natural gas will be Alberta’s next gold rush

with Angus Watt

Date: Friday, May 23
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
CPD: Up to 1 hour

Angus will provide insights into key factors shaping the economy in 2025, including impactful trends and the evolving role of artificial intelligence, which is poised for a breakout over the next two years amid growing distrust and extraordinary opportunities. He will also explore global commodity prices, inflationary pressures, and the broader impact of inflation on businesses and consumers. Additionally, Angus will discuss the challenges and opportunities in manufacturing, including innovation and competitiveness, as well as the critical role of research and development in driving economic growth.

The changing landscape of ethics and accounting

with Randy Nicholls CPA, CA

Date: Friday, May 23
Time: 2:05 p.m. – 2:55 p.m.
CPD: Up to 1 Ethics hour

In this interactive, scenario-based session, Randy will explore how an ethical framework can help CPAs maintain their role as trusted advisors while dealing with factors such as artificial intelligence, geopolitical pressures, and sustainability initiatives.

Trends to watch for in the white-collar crime landscape

with Liezel Pistorius CEDS, eDEx

Date: Friday, May 23
Time: 9:15 a.m. – 10:10 a.m.
CPD: Up to 1 hour

Who doesn’t know someone who has fallen victim to a crime? As we prepare ourselves to be more vigilant and aware, the landscape around us continues to rapidly evolve. It presents complex challenges that individuals and organizations must address. Some may be complacent. Others may act too slow and not keep up. But no, not us! By understanding the latest trends, informed people can better resist and act on ever-increasing threats. You can protect both your own and your organization’s assets and help those around you protect theirs.