Registration and Welcome Reception

The first few hours of the conference are meant to welcome all the participants. Registration will last until approximately 6:00 p.m. There will be beverages and light fare available, a well as space for people to mingle and network.

Professional Development Workshops

Dress for Success

4:00PM – 4:30PM

Presented by: Michael Nguyen, Sprezzatura

Interview and Resumé Prep

4:30PM – 5:30PM

Room A: Law Prep

Presented by: Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP

4:30PM – 6:00PM

Room B: Business Prep

Presented by: Accenture

Speaker Panel

A panel discussion on “Profiting from Diversity”.

Facilitator: Michael Bach, KPMG

Speakers:

Janice Rubin, Rubin Thomlinson LLP

David Grisim, P&G

Paul Skippen, Accenture

Amy Hanen, TD Bank Financial Group

Joy McPhail, OUTtv

Gala Dinner & Keynote Address

One of the main events over the weekend, the Gala Dinner will bring executives from the sponsoring organizations, academics, and students together to network amongst each other.

TD Representative: Paul Douglas

Keynote Speaker: Mr. Jaime Watt, Chair and Senior Partner of Navigator

Morning Reception

There will be beverages and light fare available as breakfast, as well as space for people to mingle and network.

Career Fair

This is your opportunity to meet with representatives from LGBT positive organizations that are looking to recruit the best and brightest individuals. See “Career Fair” for more details on which companies and organizations will be present.

Lunch

There will be beverages and light fare available as lunch, as well as space for people to mingle and network.

Educational Workshops

Networking Cocktail Event

Closing remarks from conference organizers and a representative from the event sponsor. Conference participants are encouraged to enjoy some food and beverages while networking or just enjoy the evening.

Social Mixer

Join us for one last drink as we celebrate a successful weekend.