Social, mobile and cloud are revolutionizing the way society, business and governments operate and creating mountains of information each day. Join Dan Fortin, President, IBM Canada, as he explores Big Data and other trends in technology and their impact on Canadian and global business.

• Explore the inherent opportunities and challenges for all sectors
• Learn how the new era of cognitive computing allows us to make sense of the vast amount of data being generated
• Discover how Big Data drives business innovation and solutions that move society forward

Master of Ceremonies: Gord Martineau, Anchor, CityNews at Six

At Toronto Region Board of Trade we bring city-builders and business leaders together to foster a stronger Toronto Region. In that spirit we welcome police officers, their families and leaders from the business community together to celebrate the Police Officer of the Year Awards.

These awards honour officers of the Toronto Police Service who have demonstrated exceptional skill, bravery, compassion, and a deep commitment to making Toronto one of the safest cities in the world.

Join us and network with corporate leaders and city builders while building profile through support of the Toronto police community.

Going Further: What's Next for the Automotive Industry

Join Dianne Craig, President & CEO, Ford of Canada, as she discusses her role in one of the most significant corporate turnarounds in recent history and shares her perspective on the status of Canada’s automotive industry.

• Learn about how your organization can leverage its global assets to work as one singular team

Networking - By Default or by Design

Connect with your peers and learn how to create a purposeful and robust network that will help grow your business.

• Understand the full specturm of networking opportunities

• Learn how to be come intentional in your networking activies<\li><\ul>
  
  
  

Marketers, Manufacturers and Monopolies: Evolution in the Food and Beverage Industry

Join Tom Gunter, President of ConAgra Foods Canada as he discusses the shifting landscape of North American food and beverage.

• Explore how traditional methods of balancing consumer needs with shareholder expectations is no longer sacred


• Discover how taking the road less travelled” can lead to sustainable growth and new markets


• Learn about ConAgra’s recent acquisitions and how it has become the biggest private label food manufacturer in North America

Join Hon. Charles Sousa, Minister of Finance, as he discusses how taking a balanced approach to eliminating the deficit by 2017-18 will help strengthen the economy to help build a prosperous and fair Ontario for all.

Canada/US Outlook: Trading Spaces

Join Doug Porter, Chief Economist and Managing Director, BMO Capital Markets, as he provides an overview of regional, national and global market conditions.

• Learn about the impact of global circumstances such as Europe’s debt crisis and the U.S.’s mending economy


• Understand current domestic issues such as a near-par currency, a cooling housing market, and record household debt
  

Every Business Is a Digital Business

Join Wayne Ingram, Canadian Managing Director, Technology at Accenture and a member of Accenture’s global IT strategy leadership team to look over the horizon at what your company needs to embrace today, to drive productivity in tomorrow’s digital world.

• Explore the most disruptive technology trends: managing digital relationships at scale, designing for analytics, and putting the cloud to work to drive value today.


• Find out which organizations are investing in the digital tools and skills that will bring them closer to customers and employees.


• Strengthen your strategy for integrating technology in your business across social, mobile, cloud and analytics.

Porter Airlines has announced a bold plan to spread its wings across North America. Join Robert Deluce, President and CEO of Porter Airlines Inc. as he makes the case for competition, growth and jobs for Toronto.

• Explore the economic opportunity that a revitalized downtown airport provides for the Toronto Region


• Learn how this proposed plan will benefit the Toronto Region business community.


• Discover the details of new destinations and competitive pricing that Porter intends to provide.

Join Hon. Glen Murray, Ontario's Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure as he discusses the government’s plan for transportation expansion across the GTHA.

• Social and economic capacity building for transit and transportation expansion


• The importance of investing in transit expansion today

Join Coca-Cola Refreshments Canada President, John Guarino, as he discusses Coca-Cola’s business in Ontario and Canada, and why Coca Cola is taking a leadership role to address the obesity issue.

- Learn about Coca-Cola Canada’s objectives with the campaign, including the company’s new business commitments to help consumers make informed choices and live active, healthy lives

- Explore why Coca-Cola believes that fact-based collaboration among government, business and civil society will be the key to turning the tide on obesity and making a positive difference in the lives of all Canadians

Join Dr. Eric Hoskins, Ontario's Minister of Economic Development, Trade and Employment as he discusses his vision for how government and business can work together to create jobs and grow Ontario's economy. Minister Hoskins will speak about:

• Supporting Ontario's labour market, now and in the future


• Encouraging more Ontario companies to "go global"


• Fostering a culture of entrepreneurship in Ontario.

You're Connected: Now What?

Connect with your peers and discover how to maximize your network's potential and make your connections work for you. Learn how to:

• Keep in touch and maintain partnership momentuem

NETWORK YOUR WAY DOWN THE FAIRWAY

Tee up a conversation and network through 18 holes of golf at our beautiful and exclusive golf course, The Country Club (a ClubLink Property). Invite clients and prospects to grow your business. Players will enjoy lunch, two drink tickets, complimentary cart and on-course activities. Each player also receives ten complimentary raffle tickets to win great prizes. Connect and socialize while enjoying a gourmet buffet at our post golf awards reception.

10:00 a.m. Sign-in

11:00 a.m. Shotgun Start

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