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Kingston Business Leaders Summit
September 17 @ 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
On behalf of RBC, BDC and Kingston Economic Development Corporation, we cordially invite you to an exclusive event designed to empower your business growth. This event will bring together experts from industry leaders and professional expertise to share insights into some of the frequently asked business topics to support your company’s plans and strategic goals.
Keynote: RBC Economist, Carrie Freestone
Carrie Freestone is an economist at RBC. She is a member of the macroeconomic analysis group and is responsible for monitoring key indicators including consumer spending, labour markets, GDP, and inflation. Carrie produces economic analysis that she delivers to clients and the public through publications and presentations. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Queen’s University and a Master of Arts in Economics from the University of Ottawa.
Panels:
International Trade
The panel will explore strategies for navigating international markets, risk management and best practices.
- Moderator: Cynthia Surette, Director of Senior Commerical Markets, RBC
- Todd Pickett, Director of Sales, Coface
- Andrew Barber, National Manager, Consulting Solutions,Farrow
- Lynette Gillen, VP Trade, RBC
Cyber Security
The cyber security panel will cover best practices for protecting business data, mitigating cyber threats, and ensuring robust digital security protocols.
- Moderator: Shelley Hirstwood, Director of Business Development, Kingston Economic Development Corporation
- Anthony Hampton, Detective Constable, Criminal Investigations Divisions – Frauds, Kingston Police
- Andy Larin, CEO, allCareIT
- Niklaus Büchi, Cyber Security Consultant, BDC
Business Transition
The panel will discuss how to navigate mergers, acquisitions and how to set up your business for a successful exit.
- Moderator: Brett Prikker, Business Centre Manager, BDC
- Paul Webster, CTO and General Manager, IPG Photonics (Canada)
- Lisa Asbreuk, Partner, Cunningham Swan Carty Little & Bonham LLP
- Paul Morgan, Managing Director Mid-Market M&A, RBC
