2023 Conference Agenda

2023 AGENDA

Morning

8:00 a.m.

• Networking breakfast

8:30 a.m.

• Opening remarks

8:40 a.m.

• Introduction of speaker by Tom Schnekenburger, Director, Research Partnerships – Gold Sponsor: University of Windsor
  • Speaker Irina Im, Sr. Tax Manager, Industrials Analyst, RSM Canada
  • Presentation: Canada’s Outlook: The Economic Case for Innovation and Automation

9:30 a.m.

• Breakout sessions
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • IoT
  • Cybersecurity
  • Robotics
  • Opportunities in Mining

10:35 a.m.

• Tradeshow and networking

11:30 a.m.

• Lunch

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Afternoon

12:00 p.m.

• Panel Discussion – “FIRST Robotics’ Real World Impact – FIRST Alumni are Job Ready”
  • Moderator: Jaeleen Koscielski, Volunteer and Alumni Manager, First Canada

12:25 p.m.

• Introduction of keynote speaker by Dr. Peter Wawrow, Director, Research and Innovation – Platinum Sponsor: St. Clair College
  • Keynote Speaker: John Weigelt, CTO, Microsoft Canada
  • Presentation: Revolutionizing Canada’s Economy: How Innovation Can Help Us Thrive

1:20 p.m.

• Breakout sessions
  • Automotive
  • Agri-tech
  • Construction
  • Healthcare

2:35 p.m.

• Tradeshow and networking

3:30 p.m.

• Panel Discussion – Building A Battery Ecosystem in Windsor-Essex: How to Attract, Retain and Train Talent
  • Moderator: Stephen MacKenzie, President and CEO, Invest WindsorEssex
    • Panelist: Joris Myny, V.P. Digital Industries, Siemens Canada
    • Panelist: Sungwoo Park, Planning Director, NextStar Energy
    • Panelist: Dr. Peter Wawrow, Director, Research and Innovation, St. Clair College
    • Panelist: Dr. Bill Van Heyst, Dean, Faculty of Engineering, University of Windsor

4:20 p.m.

•  Remarks and Invitation to closing reception by Closing Reception Sponsor: Trillium Network for Advanced Manufacturing

4:25 p.m.

• Thank you and Wrap-up

4:30 p.m.

• Closing reception and networking

                                             

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