MANITOBA’S CONFERENCE FOR LEADERS | MAY 6, 2024
PRESENTED BY QNET
7:45 to 8:15 – Registration & Continental Breakfast Buffet
8:15 to 4:00 – Conference Keynotes, Luncheon, Sessions
4:00 to 5:00 – Informal Networking / Reception (cash bar)
Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre
1808 Wellington Avenue | Winnipeg, Manitoba
Join hundreds of forward thinking leaders – current, emerging and
aspiring – for a day of learning and networking. Gain the tools and
inspiration to refresh your thinking and put new ideas into practice.
Kick off your day with a captivating and enlightening opening keynote by
bestselling author, award-winning creative director, speaker and producer Ron Tite.
Then create your own customized conference experience with relevant
breakout sessions in four targeted streams
– Leadership, Quality, Wellness and Tools.
Challenge yourself to a leadership reset, refresh your thinking, and
move forward with renewed energy, clarity and confidence.
The Leadership Bookstore and Palliser Furniture Lounge are back in 2024, and
we’re excited to announce a new addition…
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OPENING KEYNOTE
RON TITE
PURPOSE-DRIVEN LEADERSHIP AND MARKETING EXPERT
BEST-SELLING AUTHOR, SPEAKER, PRODUCER AND ENTREPRENEUR
Relevant, engaging, and interactive, Ron Tite exceeds expectations every time he takes the stage.
Addressing a variety of topics surrounding leadership, corporate strategy, and creativity, Tite’s presentations are not only information-packed but also infused with his unique humour – guaranteed to have you laughing while you learn.
Tite is also a bestselling author of two books:
Everyone’s An Artist (Or At Least They Should Be)
Think. Do. Say. How to seize attention and build trust in a busy, busy world
Named one of the “Top 10 Creative Canadians” by Marketing Magazine, he’s an award-winning advertising writer and creative director who has worked with some of the world’s most respected brands, including Air France, Evian, Hershey, Kraft, Intel, Microsoft, and Volvo.
Tite is executive producer and host of the Canadian Comedy Award-winning show Monkey Toast, and publisher of the award-winning and bestselling humour book, This is That Travel Guide to Canada, with CBC Radio’s hit show, This is That. He has written for several television series; penned a children’s book; wrote, performed, and produced the play, The Canadian Baby Bonus, and he also hosts the Canadian Podcast Award-winning series, The Coup.
Think. Do. Say.
How to seize attention and build trust in a busy, busy world
Today, your consumers, clients, prospects, and colleagues are inundated with promotional messaging, non-stop content, broken promises, and endless product extensions. They don’t know where to look and they don’t know who to trust.
People used to vote with their wallet but now they vote with their time. Winning that time has never been more difficult and staying top of mind is even tougher. The answer to cutting through and building trust isn’t found in a sea of management jargon. It’s based on three words: Think. Do. Say.
Ron Tite was the best closing speaker ever. Period.
First of all, he’s hilarious. Second, he has a great message. And third, he is able to personalize the message in a way that I have never seen from another speaker. He closed on conference on such a high. Best decision ever.
– Hotel Association of Canada
We have never, in 17 years of running our event, had such an overwhelming response to a keynote address! You have the enviable and very rare capability to connect on a profound level with your audience… You had our delegates spellbound and your address was enervating, profound, enlightening, frightening and hilarious all at the same time. You took us on a journey from joy, to thought, to understanding. We can’t thank you enough.
– Eura, The European Relocation Association
CLOSING KEYNOTE
KERRI TWIGG
LEADERSHIP AND CAREER DEVELOPMENT COACH
Kerri is a leadership and career development coach and the author of the best-selling (Amazon, McNally Robinson) book The Career Stories Method. Her book and training are used globally to help leaders know and express their awesome at work.
With her own eclectic and intriguing entrepreneurial journey as founder of Career Stories, Kerri has spoken at international conferences, undertaken master-level mindfulness training, and specialized in career contentment coaching since 2021. She brings over 25 years of experience coaching people on how to find their awesome, use it to develop spectacular careers, and then inspire their transition to the next big thing.
In addition to running her business, Kerri’s current gig is as a Workplace Culture Consultant with the Government of Manitoba where she’s designed a new Leadership Development Framework for leaders at all levels looking to level up!
Closing Session: LEADERSHIP PRESENCE
Much of your leadership presence is created by your gestures and physical movements. Over time, these leave an impression on everyone you interact with. Do you know the story your body is telling at work?
As an emerging or current leader, paying attention to these gestures can add credibility, increase trust, and show cohesion between your purpose and expression.
In this closing session you’ll learn an approach and practical actions to leadership expression to use in your every-day interactions to further your inspired leadership.
Kerri Twigg is such a generous and thoughtful career coach – and she’s Canadian! This book captures her ingenious program to uncover and leverage your personal stories, realize your invaluable skills to create a career rooted in your values so you can be proud of the work you do.
Career Stories by Carrie Twigg is an excellent book for anyone who wants to find their story … Carrie’s bright personality comes through and keeps the information interesting. From the job seeker and resume writer to the person just looking to find a way to tell a compelling story, this is a must-read.
PLENARY SESSION
10:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
Leadershift Panel
Join us for an exploration of the shifting role of leaders, within the context of our conference theme UNLimited: Finding Time, Fulfilling Purpose. We’ll dive into challenges, opportunities and experiences of these leaders, along with the values qualities and skills they embrace. Come prepared for insightful discussion, inspiring stories and ideas to take back to your workplace.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS (Choose one):
11:10 a.m. to 12:10 p.m.
Storytelling at Work
Stream: Leadership & Management
Storytelling is a powerful communication tool that engages the listener and allows for better learning, retention and application. When we share the “why” of work through story, we can build understanding, buy-in, and trust – and we are able to connect with those in ways far more profound and effective than we ever can with just data and information.
Storytelling has broad applicability for leaders at all levels, whether it’s demonstrating the importance of service, quality and safety, promoting a culture of DEIB, or sharing organizational vision and values. At this session you’ll see how storytelling is anything but an innate skill – but rather it is a structured and scientific approach that anyone can use to reach their communication and connection goals.
Finding Time, Fulfilling Purpose
Stream: Workplace Wellness
In today’s fast paced work environment, time constraints, stress, anxiety, relationships, pressure and conflict are just some of the factors that impact the well-being of leaders. Yet we all want to make meaningful use of our time, work collaboratively to fulfill our unique purpose, and cultivate quality relationships with our colleagues and team.
At this interactive breakout session, you’ll gain an introduction to concepts, ideas, strategies and skills that can affect our time, purpose and productivity in the workplace. We’ll explore the experiences of a typical day through different lenses, review the impact of stress on individuals and workplace relationships, and leave with practical tips & tools you can build into your daily work and life.
Where did the day go? Responsibility Creep and Other Time Suckers
Stream: Tools & Techniques
Have you ever wondered how much of our work activities are non-value-added, and in fact not what we’re expected to do? The gradual addition of work and responsibilities, along with a variety of time suckers, can quickly lead to stress, burnout and anxiety.
So where does the time go and what can we do about it? In this session we’ll explore why this happens and what we can do to correct it. We’ll delve into responsibility creep – where it comes from, how to assess your current state, and what steps you can take to remedy the situation, including the importance of communicating up. We’ll also highlight a few time suckers, with tips and tools to get them under control. You may discover more time in your day, along with more purpose and value in work that you do well and enjoy.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS (Choose one):
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Productive team meetings? Yes, it’s possible.
Stream: Quality & Effectiveness
Do you find yourself in team meetings where items are discussed but nothing is decided and actioned forward? Where there is no structure in place to share system issues or concerns with transparency and ownership? You are not alone.
In this session we will explore techniques that support regular team meetings that are productive, engaging, drive team performance and alignment. You’ll be introduced to a visual tool that provides focus for your meetings, and learn new methods to improve team communication, ownership, and idea/issue discussion. These methods are useful for both in-person and remote teams.
Unlimited: Fostering a Culture of Inclusivity
Stream: Workplace Wellness
Join us for a fireside conversation where you’ll hear stories of lived experiences, along with knowledge and wisdom that will help you foster safe and healthy work environments. Participants are invited to listen in to this space of conversation and dialogue, and to reflect on their own experiences and stories.
Time Well Spent: Communicate with Sensitivity
Stream: Tools & Techniques
Think about how much time we spend clarifying, explaining, apologizing, and worrying. How many personal and professional relationships are strained or broken due to miscommunication? In our ever-changing world, it can be difficult for leaders to keep up with social knowledge that helps us be effective and sensitive in day-to-day communications. No matter how well-intended, causing insult to someone can have lasting impact on the person wounded, as well as the person assumed, or accused, of having caused harm. At this practical and insightful session, we’ll explore common reasons we as leaders may find ourselves in sticky interpersonal situations and best practices for exhibiting social sensitivity at work.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS (Choose one):
2:15 p.m. to 3:15 p.m.
Building Your Leadership Practice:
Making Intentional Time and Space to Lead
Stream: Leadership & Management
Leading a team isn’t something that you do off the side of your desk when there’s an emergency or when something goes wrong. It’s a leader’s best investment to bring out the best in their team and achieve results in their organization.
In this session, we will share practices that will help leaders be more proactive in how they lead, build relationships and get things done. We’ll share the practices, rituals and boundaries leaders can put in place to feel like they are leading intentionally, so they can have an even bigger impact in their organization.
A Conversation about Leadership and Quality
Stream: Quality & Effectiveness
Join us for a fireside chat with two leaders who will share their stories, experiences and lessons learned as they followed a path into senior leadership positions at very different organizations. This intentional conversation will focus on the steps they took on their leadership journey, what shaped their development and definition of successful leadership, including the purpose and motivation that drives them daily.
Co-Owner, Sound Strategy Communications
Why Everyone Benefits When Leaders Share Their Stories
People buy from people, not companies. People engage with people, not organizations. And the people most identified with businesses or organizations are their leaders. When leaders share their stories, everyone benefits. In this breakout session facilitated by Rob Wozny, you will learn what the most effective strategies are to share leaders’ stories (internally and externally), how to influence reluctant leaders to become passionate storytelling champions, and the how to assess what leadership stories are worth telling or tanking, and more!
Rob Wozny
Co-Owner, Sound Strategy Communications
The immense power of storytelling never ceases to fascinate Rob Wozny – an established business communicator and storyteller with over 25 years experience. Having served in prominent communications and editorial roles, ranging from vice president of a major league sports and entertainment company, to lead anchor with leading Canadian news organizations, Rob is well-positioned to deliver insightful and credible business storytelling training and is a regular speaker at national conferences and events. A co-owner of a boutique communications firm, Sound Strategy Communication, which has served a diverse range of clients since 2006, Rob has earned the trust of prominent leaders and business owners who regularly seek his counsel and strategic vision. Rob is also a published author of two business books in as many years, further demonstrating his experience and passion for business storytelling.
Founder TC Training Services
Thoughtfully Navigating Forward:
A Culture of Kindness
Stream: Tools & Techniques
In the workplace, conscious kindness can help create a safe and inclusive work environment, develop a culture of belonging and respect, and encourage open and honest communication. When leaders and team members embrace kindness and empathy, the outcome is a more positive workplace and an environment where everyone is heard, respected, and accepted for who they are.
This session will invite participants to consider conscious kindness as a critical communication technique, and provide specific tools to approach and repair a situation or interaction that has left someone hurt or offended.
Explore how to repair a relationship, by listening empathetically, accepting criticism and feedback and becoming aware of bias, and its impact.
Learn how to confidently approach someone who has offended us, in a way that positively contributes to improved community and culture, and how to identify when professional help is needed.
REGISTRATION DETAILS
Conference venue: Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre Winnipeg (1808 Wellington)
Regular Registration Fees
QNET Members: $420.00 + GST | QNET Member List
Non-Members: $490.00 + GST | Join QNET
Conference Partners: $420.00 + GST
(Partners: CPHR, ACMP Manitoba & CPRS Manitoba)
Group Registration Link
Group registration with 5 or more from the same organization save $30 per person.
Young Leaders Registration Link
Young Leader (35 and under): $299 + GST
Invitation Letter for Young Leaders
Young Leaders Happy Hour Networking Event on June 11, 2024
Conference Terms & Conditions
Please review general event Terms & Conditions
Cancellations (by the attendee) must be received in writing no later than Monday, April 15, 2024. After that date, the full registration fee will apply. Substitutions are accepted at any time. Invoices will be sent for non-attendance.
Note: There are no Cancellations at the Early Bird Conference registration fee. Substitutions are accepted at any time. Invoices will be sent for non-attendance.
There will be a photographer taking photos throughout the conference. By agreeing to attend, you are giving QNET rights to use captured photos in promotional efforts.
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QNET offers high quality workshops, certificate programs, conferences and special events designed to advance your learning, growth and professional development. Our network of members and clients are focused on leadership and organizational excellence.
Participants in QNET programs come from a wide variety of roles in diverse sectors such as service, health, manufacturing, government, education, non-profit, and consulting.
Funding provided by the Manitoba government.
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