Speakers
Alan Arcand
Chief Economist, Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME)
In his role, he is responsible for developing and executing CME’s major national research projects, conducting CME’s macroeconomic analysis…read more
John Berry
Senior Vice President of IT, OEC Group Canada
John is the Senior Vice President of IT at OEC Group Canada, with over 30 years of experience in leading software development projects within the supply chain and logistics sector. His expertise blends technical knowledge with …read more
Dan Bresolin
Vice President – Intermodal, CN Rail
As Vice President of Intermodal, Dan is responsible for all Sales and Marketing components of CN’s International and Domestic Intermodal business. Also reporting to Dan …read more
Guillaume Brossard
Vice-President, Development, Marketing and International Relations, Montreal Port Authority
With his extensive expertise in the deployment of business strategies to acquire new clients and new markets, Guillaume Brossard is actively involved in the strategic planning, vision and implementation of the MPA’s growth and development …read more
Kim Campbell
President – Mkmarin Trade Services Inc.
Kim Campbell is the President of Mkmarin Trade Services Inc. a customs brokerage, trade consulting and software firm she founded in 2007. She is a graduate of the University of Toronto and brings to her position 30 years of experience from working in executive, managerial and technical leadership positions in both government and the private sector….read more
Marion N. Chivot-Legris
Director Of ESG & Sustainability Strategy, Edmonton International Airport
Marion N. Chivot-Legris is a recognized leader in ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategy and sustainability, currently serving as the Director of ESG & Sustainability Strategy at Edmonton International Airports (YEG), playing a key role in driving…read more
John Corey
President, Freight Management Association of Canada
John Corey is the President of the Freight Management Association of Canada (FMA). A professional accountant by training, John spent 28 years at the Canadian Transportation Agency, working in both the Air and Rail branches of the Agency where he played a major role in dispute resolution between the federally-regulated freight railways and shippers…read more
Elizabeth Dove
Executive Director, Canadian Local Network of the United Nations Global Compact
Elizabeth serves as the Executive Director for the Canadian Local Network of the United Nations Global Compact – the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. As a distinguished tri-sector leader, Elizabeth specializes in …read more
Rui Fernandes
Partner – Gardiner Roberts LLP
Rui Fernandes is a partner at Gardiner Roberts LLP in Toronto Canada. He represents domestic and international clients involved directly and indirectly in transportation, insurance and related industries.
He is involved in all aspects of aviation, marine, trucking, rail, freight forwarding,..read more
Brandon Fried
Executive Director, The Airforwarders Association
Brandon Fried, executive director of The Airforwarders Association is one of the country’s leading experts on air freight and cargo security. With more than 40 years of experience, Brandon represents the industry and the association by serving on several Federal Advisory Committees including…read more
Glyn Hughes
Director General, TIACA
Glyn has been involved in Air Cargo for over 40 years having started his career with British Caledonian in the UK. He joined IATA in 1991 and become IATA’s Global Head of Cargo in June 2014. In February 2021, …read more
Lars Jensen
CEO Partner, Vespucci Maritime
Lars Jensen is CEO of Vespucci Maritime and is an analyst and thought leader providing expert assistance in strategic decision making and analysis in the wider container shipping industry. Lars has 22 years of experience from inside the container shipping industry, whereof the last 12 years has been as an independent analyst and consultant for carriers, shippers, ports, maritime…read more
Helle Bank Jorgensen
CEO & Founder, Competent Boards
Helle is a Business Lawyer and a State Authorized Public Accountant (Denmark) with an MSc in Business Administration and Auditing. In 2023, she received the Globe and Mail 50 Changemakers Award and was named one of the Top 50 Influencers to Follow by Onalytica. In 2022 she was named one of Canada’s Most Powerful Women by the Women’s Executive Network, among…read more
Dr. Janet Lapp
Psychologist, Author, RN, PhD, CSP, CPAE
Dr. Janet Lapp delivers a powerful message: change is not a force to be feared but an opportunity to be seized. With humour and finesse, she helps audiences learn to embrace the future — no matter what challenges it may bring — with success and optimism. Her energy-charged, exhilarating programs provide usable ideas people can put to use right away…read more
David Lederhendler
CEO, Yeji Data Lab
David Lederhendler is a seasoned technology executive with over 15 years of experience in the realms of innovation, technology, strategy, and product management, with expertise in designing cutting-edge machine learning products, utilizing the latest approaches in applied AI and scalable deployment. His work has significantly impacted some of the world’s largest enterprises,….read more
Adithya Rao
Investment Director, SCALE AI
Adithya Rao has been a leading figure in transforming supply chains for 15 years, leveraging digital transformation and artificial intelligence to make a significant impact. With extensive knowledge in international logistics, the automotive sector, and industrial products, Adithya has a track record of delivering both visionary leadership and….read more
Blake Richards
Associate Professor, McGill University
Blake Richards is an Associate Professor in the School of Computer Science and Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery at McGill University and a Core Faculty Member at Mila. Richards’ research is at the intersection of neuroscience and AI. His laboratory investigates universal principles of intelligence that apply to both natural and artificial agents. …read more
John G. Smith
Vice-President, Editorial at Newcom Media Inc.
John G. Smith is an award-winning communicator with more than 30 years of experience in publishing and corporate environments. The widely recognized commentator on issues that affect Canada’s trucking industry also serves as Vice-President – Editorial at Newcom Media, Canada’s leading B2B publisher and trade show producer. In addition to his role as editorial director of the company’s…read more
Janet Wallace
Managing Director Cargo Operations and Transformation, Air Canada
Janet Wallace is an experienced Senior Transformation Leader, with a demonstrated history of working in the airlines/aviation industry. She is skilled in operations management (Call Centres, Airports, Inflight & Cargo), and is focused on the introduction of Engineering, Quality Management Systems, .….read more
Glen Wilson
Assistant Vice President, Regulatory and Environment Risk, CPKC
Glen Wilson has been with CPKC for over 30 years since graduating with a degree in law from the University of Manitoba. He worked as a lawyer in the Law Department in Winnipeg, Montreal and then Calgary, focused on railway regulatory law, employment law and then overseeing all of the company’s Canadian litigation. He was nominated by …read more
Federico Zuniga
Business Development, National Educational Institute at the NCBFAA
Federico Zuniga is in charge of Business Development for the Educational Institute at the NCBFAA (The National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America). Zuniga served as Executive Director of the NCBFAA Educational Institute from 2011 thru 2022, Zuniga served as Chairman of the NCBFAA from March of 2006 thru March of 2010. He now serves ….read more