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PD - The Responsible Event Series
A collaborative professional development experience built for event pros who want to sharpen their skills, connect across generations, and walk away with real, applicable knowledge. This Lab focuses on core competencies, relevant trends, and shared learning.
1:00pm - Registration and Networking
Kick off the event with some casual networking. Connect with fellow event professionals and start building valuable relationships.
1:30pm – Opening Remarks
Welcome participants, set the tone for the day, and highlight an important industry topic with a presentation by Julia Drydyk from the Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking.
2:00pm – Honest Conversations: Planners & Suppliers in Dialogue
Fireside chat with industry leaders moderated by Lyndsay Munholland, Event Strategist and Team Lead, Managing Matters.
Amina Hassan – Principal, A-Ha Events Services
Harpreet Atwal – Director of Event Sales, JPdL
Tammy Bradley – Senior Account Executive, AV-CANADA
Discussion Topics include:
RFPs & communication gaps, budget constraints & expectations, venue selection & collaboration.
2:45pm – Break
Challenge yourself to connect with three new professionals.
3:00pm – Peer Learning Lab: Growing Your Influence in the Events Industry
Join special guest Carly Silberstein, CEO of Cielle & Co. for an engaging discussion about reinventing your brand. This Peer Learning Lab will provide event professionals, new and seasoned, a collaborative space focused on personal branding, influence, and sharing industry insights.
4:15pm-4:30pm – Final Thoughts and Takeaways
Wrap up the day with a quick exchange of final thoughts and key takeaways. Reflect on the most impactful moments and insights as we bring the event to a close.
*exact session times and discussion topics are subject to change.
Continuing Education Credits
MPI Toronto Chapter has been approved by the Events Industry Council (EIC) as a Preferred Provider of the listed continuing education course, which course qualifies for 2 CMP continuing education credits. Determination of continuing education credit eligibility or Preferred Provider status does not imply EIC’s endorsement or assessment of education quality.
Reserve prior to Oct 31. Fees increase after this Oct 31.
Member: $85
Member bring a Guest: $155
Student: $50
Non-Member: $105
Non-Member bring a Guest: $195
Location:
Pantages Hotel Toronto
200 Victoria Street
Toronto ON M5B 1V8
Thank you to our Partners:
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Strategic AV Partner:
Contributing Break Sponsor:
Ai Translation & Captioning Partner:
Media Partner:
Registration Partner:
Photography Partner:
https://www.pantageshotel.com/