Biography

Shannon Gill, Chief Fund Development Officer Shannon is a seasoned executive with over 20 years of experience across the non-profit, government, and post-secondary education sectors. Throughout her career, she has leveraged her expertise in executive management, organizational change and capacity building, strategic planning, fund development, stakeholder and government relations, communications, and policy development [...]

Saul Katz Scientific Innovation and Commercialization Saul Katz is a dynamic entrepreneur with a passion to commercialize scientific innovation for the benefit of society. Twice ranked among the “Top 100 Health Influencers”, Saul draws on 40 years of experience as a lawyer, inventor, board chair, director and CEO of public and private companies. [...]

Sarah Jane Lee Director of the Technology Development Office (TDO), Provincial Health Services Authority Sarah is deeply passionate about making a difference in the realm of children's brain health. Her personal experiences, having a sibling with mental disabilities and raising a neurodivergent child, have fueled her dedication to this cause. She understands the [...]

Liz Choi Award-winning Executive Leader, Keynote Speaker and Privilege Equalizer Liz Choi is a dynamic senior executive with nearly 20 years of experience, including serving as CEO of a company where she led transformative growth, significantly increasing both revenue and EBITDA. She disrupts systemic biases with candour and heart, fostering innovative solutions and [...]

Corey has a history of working on large strategic initiatives, building partnerships, and igniting innovation in the pediatric and neurodevelopmental health sectors. He brings extensive leadership experience in the local developmental services sector before transitioning to the national pediatric healthcare association at Children's Healthcare Canada.

Geil is interested in exploring the role of communication and multimedia in translating research findings into practical interventions for patients. She has led strategic communication and knowledge translation initiatives within the healthcare sector.

Richard is a seasoned executive with 30 years of expertise in leadership, business development, and general management. With a proven track record of collaborating with executives, boards, and government entities, he excels in strategic planning, team building, and achieving organizational goals.