UCN Linkages
The Pas
October 8 & 9, 2024
Kikiwak Inn, Opaskwayak, MB R0B 2J0
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Innovation + Renewal Conference
With a focus on innovation, people and partnerships, as well as language and culture, Linkages will explore not only the challenges but also the opportunities and applications within each area. The event will highlight the strengths of Northern Manitoba and demonstrate how together, we can thrive.
Objectives + Outcomes
Assess the current northern economic landscape
Identify actionable strategies for innovation
Develop new partnerships and collaborations to inspire a culture of renewal
Understand the importance of reconciliation for the community
Conference Schedule
Tuesday October 8
Wednesday October 9
Featured Speaker: Chris Avery, CEO (Arctic Gateway Group)
Our Keynote Speakers
Shawn Kanungo
Strategist and Bestselling Author
As a globally recognized innovation strategist and bestselling author, Shawn Kanungo works at the intersection of creativity, business, and technology. He spent 12 years at Deloitte working closely with leaders to help them better plan for the opportunities associated with disruptive innovation. In his high energy keynotes, Kanungo draws on his extensive experience to provide audiences with an optimistic roadmap for the future; one that embraces unexpected approaches to innovation to remain competitive and relevant.
Since leaving Deloitte, Kanungo has worked with hundreds of organizations on their journey to digital transformation. He’s led complex projects incorporating artificial intelligence, cloud technologies, behavioural economics, Web3, and more. Today, Kanungo is a Partner with Queen & Rook, where he advises leading organizations and executives on disruptive trends and invests in early-stage ventures.
Kanungo is the first innovation expert to have a streaming special, released on Apple TV and Prime Video in August 2023. It complements and shares the name of his bestselling debut book, The Bold Ones, a playbook for individuals to become bolder and push their careers and organizations forward. It has been touted as one of McKinsey’s top decision-making books for leaders. Kanungo’s work has also been featured in the Globe and Mail, The Guardian, CBC, and CTV.
A prolific content creator, Kanungo’s content on innovation has garnered millions of views across LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook. He’s been recognized by Edify magazine as one of their “Top 40 Under 40” and was called the “best virtual keynote speaker I’ve ever seen” by Forbes in 2021.
Ramy Nassar
AI & Emerging Technology Expert
Ken Coates
Historian
Ken Coates is a rare public commentator who brings deep understanding of past and present realities together with compelling ideas about Canada’s future. His passionate and highly engaging talks have captivated diverse audiences across the country, from college administrators and economic development officers to Aboriginal entrepreneurs and community activists.
Ken was previously professor of Indigenous Governance, Yukon University and Canada Research Chair in Regional Innivatiin, University of Saskatchewan. Ken combines irreverence, insight and a sense of humour in his conversations about the issues that matter most to Canadians.
Book Your Stay!
Andersen Inn & Suites
1717 Gordon Ave. The Pas, MB R9A 1K3
Phone: 1-204-623-1888
Reservation Deadline: Saturday, September 7, 2024
Group ID: UCN Linkages
Kikiwak Inn
P.O. BOX 10040 Opaskwayak, MB ROB 2J0
Phone: 1-204-623-1800
Reservation Deadline: Saturday, September 7, 2024
Group ID: #189656
For information on registration, please contact Kelly Watters: [email protected]
CONTACT US
Kelly Watters
Kelly Forgala Events
[email protected]
204 391 4419