Event Details

The Comox Valley Chamber of Commerce proudly presents the 2024 Employer Symposium - 'Innovations in the Workforce' Breakfast where industry leaders, HR professionals, and local employers converge to explore the cutting edge of workplace dynamics.


This event will examine the latest trends, technologies, and strategies that are reshaping the employment landscape. Through insightful discussions and thought-provoking presentations, attendees will gain invaluable insights into harnessing innovation to drive organizational success.


From AI integration to remote work solutions, from diversity and inclusion initiatives to talent acquisition and retention strategies, join us as we navigate the ever-evolving realm of work, empowering employers to thrive in tomorrow's economy.


The keynote speakers for this event will be Kiersten Packham (Principal) & Kathryn Jones (Senior Manager), representing Doane Grant Thornton LLP. They will be presenting on the subject of 'Reimagining your employee retention strategy.'


CV Chamber is pleased to support our Members with the opportunity to engage with our event attendees at the 2024 Employer Symposium Tradeshow, set up in the lobby of Crown Isle Resort for the duration of the event.


Partial event proceeds in support of Comox Valley Ground Search & Rescue.


AGENDA

7:30am - Registration/ Coffee & Tea service/ Networking/ Tradeshow

8:00am - Breakfast Buffet served

8:45am - Welcome and Land Acknowledgement

8:50am - Comox Valley Airport

8:55am - Comox Valley Ground Search & Rescue representative

9:05am - Keynote: Kiersten Packham & Kathryn Jones - Doane Grant Thornton LLP

9:50am - Break/ Muffin & Pastry service/ Networking/ Tradeshow

10:10am - Live survey - Top 3 Challenges for Employers: facilitated by Liz Wootton - Human Nature Development

10:30am - Panelists/ Q&A session

12:00pm - Event Ends

Oct 29, 2024

7:30 AM - 12:00 PM (PDT)

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Crown Isle Resort & Golf Community
Clubhouse Drive 399
Courtenay, British Columbia, Canada

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Speakers

  • Kiersten Packham (Keynote) (Principal, Independent Business Group, Assurance Services at Doane Grant Thornton LLP)

    Kiersten Packham (Keynote)

    Principal, Independent Business Group, Assurance Services at Doane Grant Thornton LLP

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  • Kathryn Jones (Keynote) (Senior Manager, Independent Business Group, Assurance Services at Doane Grant Thornton LLP)

    Kathryn Jones (Keynote)

    Senior Manager, Independent Business Group, Assurance Services at Doane Grant Thornton LLP

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  • Chris Callanan (Panelist) (Regional Manager of Employer Services at North Island Employment - NIEFS)

    Chris Callanan (Panelist)

    Regional Manager of Employer Services at North Island Employment - NIEFS

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  • Jennifer Hufnagel (Panelist) (Consultant at Hufnagel Consulting)

    Jennifer Hufnagel (Panelist)

    Consultant at Hufnagel Consulting

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  • Liz Wootton (Panelist) (Founder of Human Nature Development)

    Liz Wootton (Panelist)

    Founder of Human Nature Development

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2024 Employer Symposium
CAD $75
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