The Simcoe & District Chamber of Commerce is proud to present the Innovation Frontier Forum on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Greens at Renton from 8:30 AM to 2 PM. This premier business event brings together industry leaders, economic experts, and innovative thinkers to help Norfolk County businesses navigate today’s complex economic landscape.
Keynote Speaker: Brock Dickinson Returns by Popular Demand
Headlining this year’s forum is the highly requested return of Brock Dickinson, Adjunct Professor at the University of Waterloo and expert on economic development. Back by popular demand, Brock will cut through economic confusion with his signature blend of data analysis, humor, and practical wisdom.
Is it all just noise, or something more? When signals are mixed and futures uncertain, how do we prepare our businesses for what’s next? The business environment has entered challenging territory, but Brock will provide a clear path forward with actionable strategies businesses can pursue today.
Distinguished Speaker Lineup
This year’s Innovation Frontier Forum features an exceptional lineup of experts:
- Brock Dickinson – Adjunct Professor, University of Waterloo
- Shelli Varela – Story Alchemist presenting “The Audacity of Becoming Irreplaceable”
- Mayor Amy Martin – Norfolk County Mayor
- John Regan – Director, Norfolk County Economic Development
- Caroline Jager – Homegrown Hideaway, discussing “The Power of Experience in Tourism”
- Dominick Hardy – Economist, RBC Wealth Management
Event Schedule
- 8:30 AM: Registration
- 8:45 AM: Welcome
- 9:00 AM: Back by Popular Demand! Brock Dickinson, Entrepreneur, Mentor and Communicator
- 10:00 AM: Mayor Amy Martin
- 10:15 AM: John Regan – Director, Norfolk Economic Development
- 10:30 AM: Refreshment Break
- 11:00 AM: Caroline Jager – The Power of Experience in Tourism
- 11:30 AM: Dominick Hardy, Economist RBC Wealth Management (Presented by Ana Jayne)
- 12:15 PM: LUNCH (sponsored by OREA)
- 1:00 PM: Shelli Varela, Story Alchemist, “The Audacity of Becoming Irreplaceable” (presented by Norfolk Fusion for Emerging Leaders)
- 1:45 PM: Closing comments
Why Attend?
- Get updated information – Information is power!
- Network and build relationships with local business leaders
- Be inspired by innovative ideas and perspectives
- Gain exposure to new concepts that can transform your business
- Learn directly from experts in economics, tourism, and business development
Don’t miss this opportunity to turn economic uncertainty into strategic advantage for your Norfolk County business!
Register Today!
Tickets are selling fast for this must-attend business event, so secure your spot now:
Chamber/BIA/Board of Trade Members: $95 +HST
Join us on April 24th at Greens at Renton and gain the insights needed to navigate today’s economic frontier with confidence.
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