WORLD CONGRESS SPEAKERS
At the 46th McMaster World Congress, we are excited to host a diverse group of professionals and industry leaders who bring extensive expertise and insights from a wide range of fields. This year’s conference offers a unique opportunity to explore key trends, gain a deeper understanding of various industries, and learn from the experiences of accomplished experts. Whether you are looking to expand your knowledge, develop new skills, or broaden your career horizons, this event will feature speakers who cover it all in an engaging and meaningful way, leaving you inspired and ready to take the next step.

CHRIS POLSON - MBA, CFF, CPA, CMA, CFA, CBV
CHAIR AT CBV INSTITUTE BOARD OF DIRECTORS & PARTNER AT PWC CANADA
CBV Institute
CBV Institute Session

DR. CHRISTINE SAWCHUK - EDD, MED, CPA, CA
PRESIDENT AND CEO
CBV Institute
CBV Institute Session

SEAN MULLIN
MANAGER OF STUDENT RECRUITMENT
CPA Ontario

BOSKI VERMA
MANAGER OF STUDENT & VOLUNTEER ENGAGEMENT
HRPA

JOHN SPITMAN - CFA, CFP, FCSI, CIM, BA, CFP
SENIOR INVESTMENT COUNCILOR
RBC

JANE ALBRIGHT - MPA, CHRE
CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER
FSRA

MONIKA MANZA - CPA, CFA, CBV
PARTNER
KPMG
KPMG Session

CHRIS CANHAM - CPA
PARTNER
KPMG
KPMG Session

MICHAEL PORTO - AVP, CFA, CAIA
AVP, INSIDE SALES & STRATEGY
IG Wealth Management

JENNIFER MAZZAROLO - CPA, CA CPA
HAMILTON PRESIDENT, AND MAVERICK CONSULTING GROUP PRESIDENT
CPA Hamilton and Maverick Consulting Group

ALEX POGACEAN - CFP®, CIM®
INVESTMENT ASSOCIATE, AND ASSOCIATE PORTFOLIO MANAGER
Scotia Wealth Management
Scotia Wealth Management Session

CHARLES BARONE - CIM
SENIOR CONSULTANT AND PRACTICE MANAGEMENT
Scotia Wealth Management
Scotia Wealth Management Session

ROD WHITE - CIM
SENIOR WEALTH ADVISOR AND PORTFOLIO MANAGER
Scotia Wealth Management
Scotia Wealth Management Session

NICOLE CHUTKO - J.D.
SENIOR ASSOCIATE
Agro Zaffiro LLP

DR. JON MORROW - D.C.
CHIROPRACTOR
Hamilton Bulldogs and Hamilton Tiger Cats
D.C. and MD Session

DR. KI-DONG LIM - MD, FRCPC, MSC
CARDIOLOGIST AND MEDICAL DIRECTOR
Core Cardiology
D.C. and MD Session

EMILY NICHOLS - P.ENG.
PRESIDENT AND FOUNDER
Connect Better Inc.
