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Ft. Michael Lee Chin, Jim Balsillie, & Jon Love
ACG Toronto's INFLUENCERS Series showcases industry icons, and this past October, we were honoured to feature Jim Balsillie, renowned business leader and retired Chairman and co-CEO of Research In Motion (BlackBerry), alongside Cathy Logue, Managing Director & Global Practice Leader - Stanton Chase. Together, they explored the topic: 'Updating Canada's Conventional Thinking on the Economy and Productivity.' As we prepare for next year's INFLUENCERS Series, revisit this impactful seminar and stay tuned for more inspiring speakers and engaging discussions in 2025!
The Influencers - November 20, 2024: Predicting the Next Investment Revolution
ACG Toronto’s INFLUENCERS Series took place on November 20, 2024, at the TMX Broadcast Centre. The event was presented in partnership with The Covenant Group, a Presenting Sponsor of the INFLUENCERS Series.
In an engaging conversation with Norm Trainor, Founder of The Covenant Group, our keynote speaker Michael Lee-Chin—Chairman and CEO of Portland Holdings—shared his remarkable journey as one of Canada’s most successful investors and entrepreneurs.
Michael outlined his powerful “3 P” Framework for wealth creation: Predict, Plan, and Persevere, offering insights on how demographic forecasting, strategic planning, and persistence are key to seizing emerging opportunities.
The Influencers - February, 11 2025: Lessons in Leadership from a Canadian Business Icon
On February 11th, ACG Toronto hosted a compelling edition of The Influencers Series at the TMX Broadcast Centre, featuring Jon Love, Executive Chair and Founder of KingSett Capital. In an engaging discussion moderated by Simon Crawford, Partner at Bennett Jones, Jon shared key lessons from his distinguished career in real estate and investment, touching on business leadership, succession planning, and navigating adversity.
Attendees gained invaluable insights into the fundamentals of leadership from one of Canada’s top business minds. Jon’s reflections on resilience and success left a lasting impact, making this event a highlight of The Influencers Series.
Thank you to all who joined us for this series—stay tuned for more industry-leading conversations with ACG Toronto!
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