Professional Designation: Learning To Be A Pro
About the 2024/2025 theme:
Have you ever thought about how professionals reach their ideal careers and what differentiates those who succeed? What strategies and choices shape their journeys? If you’re unsure about your future career or exploring different paths, the MWC’s 2024-2025 conference on Professional Destinations is the perfect opportunity to gain firsthand insights. By attending, you’ll hear directly from industry leaders and experienced professionals who are excelling in their fields, offering you invaluable knowledge and guidance as you navigate your own career journey.
This year, we are excited to feature a diverse lineup of industry leaders who will share their expertise on a range of prestigious designations. Whether you’re aiming for a career in accounting, finance, law, or beyond, our conference will provide invaluable insights into the pathways that can lead to your professional goals. Entry is always free, but spots are limited. Mark your calendars for February 6th and 7th, 2025, and get ready to chart your course to success at the MWC annual conference!
Schedule:
February 6–7ᵗʰ, 2025 | CIBC Hall, 3rd Floor MUSC
Free Admission, but registration is required
Thursday, February 6ᵗʰ, 2025
- 10:00 am – John Spitman, CFP – Senior Investment Counsellor | RBC Wealth Management
- 11:00 am – Dr. Christine Sawchuk, CBV – President and CEO | The CBV Institute
- 11:00 am – Chris Polson, CBV – Partner | PwC Canada
- 12:00 pm – Alex Pogacean, CFP – Associate Portfolio Manager | The Escarpment Advisory Group
- 12:00 pm – Charles Barone, CIM – Advisor Practice Management | Scotia Wealth Management
- 12:00 pm – Rod White, CIM – Senior Wealth Advisor & Portfolio Manager | The Escarpment Advisory Group
- 1:00 pm – Sean Mullin – Senior Student Engagement Specialist | CPA Ontario
- 2:00 pm – Boski Verma – Manager of Student & Volunteer Engagement | HRPA
- 3:00 pm – Jennifer Mazzarolo, CPA – President & Founder | Maverick Consulting Group and President | CPA Hamilton
- 4:00 pm – Emily Nichols, P.Eng. – President & Founder | Connect Better Inc.
Friday, February 7ᵗʰ, 2025
- 10:00 am – Michael Porto, CFA – AVP, Inside Sales & Strategy | IG Wealth Management
- 11:00 am – Jane Albright, CHRE – Chief Human Resources Officer | Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA)
- 12:00 pm – Monika Manza, CPA – Partner | KPMG
- 12:00 pm – Chris Canham, CPA – Partner | KPMG
- 1:00 pm – Shaylen Narotam – Manager, Certificant & Student Services | FP Canada
- 2:00 pm – Nicole Chutko, J.D. – Senior Associate | Agro Zaffiro LLP
- 3:00 pm – Dr. Jon Morrow, D.C. – Chiropractor | Shield Performance
- 3:00 pm – Dr. Ki-Dong Lim, MD – Cardiologist & Medical Director | Core Cardiology
Presented in partnership with:
- Canadian Marketing Association (CMA)
- CPA Ontario
- Fortinos Mall Road
- Human Resources Professionals Association (HRPA)
- CBV Institute (Chartered Business Valuators)
- FP Canada
- Invest in Hamilton
- McMaster Students Union (MSU)