Schedule of Events
- Name
- Fore Learning: Chapter Tour Stop 3 - Mastering your Next Move - supported by Maui Jim
- Type
- Ontario Zone Education
- Facility
- Brantford Golf & Country Club
- Schedule
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March 18, 2025 10:00:00 AM
- Registration Deadline
- March 13, 2025
- # Registered
- 40 / 80
Are you ready to be truly inspired?
Get ready for the most powerful and motivating keynote you have ever experienced! Discover how to work smarter, not harder, and take your productivity to the next level.
Join us on March 18th for "Mastering Your Next Move - smarter strategies for greater success" - secure your spot now!
Ready to level up your career? Whether you're taking the leap into a new role or aiming to grow as a professional within your current position, this event is designed to equip you with smarter strategies for greater success.
The PGA of Ontario is bringing you an unmissable lineup of speakers, including a renowned keynote speaker and industry leaders who will inspire and elevate your impact.
Join us on Tuesday, March 18th at Brantford Golf & Country Club!
Why attend?
This is more than just another professional development event - it is going to be a game-changer for your career and personal growth.
Inspiring Keynote: Dr. Nick Bontis
Internationally recognized speaker, award-winning professor, and industry expert, Dr. Nick Bontis will deliver his high-energy keynote, "Work Smarter, Not Harder." Learn how to navigate today’s fast-paced world of digital transformation, maximize your time, and achieve peak performance - all with his signature mix of academic insights, real-world application, and humour.
AI & Business Innovation with Doug Foley
Best-selling author, TEDx speaker, and marketing strategist Doug Foley will deliver a cutting-edge session on AI and business transformation. Discover how to stay ahead of the curve in an evolving digital landscape.
HR & Leadership Insights with Christina Atkinson
A Certified Executive Coach and HR leader with nearly 30 years of experience, Christina Atkinson will deliver an actionable session on leadership, people strategy, and how to drive performance in today’s workplace.
PGA Professional Panel: "Navigating Your Next Step"
Wrap up the day with real talk from fellow PGA professionals at every career stage, who will share their journey, lessons on overcoming rejection, and strategies for pursuing your goals with confidence.
Exclusive Maui Jim Session
Our partners at Maui Jim will share insights on eye health, plus an exclusive opportunity for you to win a free pair of premium sunglasses!
This event is your chance to learn, connect, and elevate your career - don’t miss out!
* Earn 9 PRP points by attending*
HOST CLUB
Brantford Golf & Country Club - 60 Ava Road Brantford, ON N3T 5H2 - Directions/Map
SCHEDULE
Tuesday, March 18, 2025
AGENDA
| TIME | PRESENTER | TOPIC |
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| 9:15 AM-10:00 AM | Arrival & Networking | |
| 10:00 AM-10:15 AM | Welcome, Introductions & Run of Show for the Day | |
| 10:15 AM-10:45AM | Maui Jim | Don't Let Glare be Your Handicap! |
| 10:45 AM-11:00 AM | Break & Networking | |
| 11:00 AM-12:00 PM | Dr. Nick Bontis | Work Smarter, Not Harder |
| 12:00 PM - 12:15 PM | Break and Networking | |
| 12:15 PM-1:15 PM | Doug Foley | AI & Business Innovation |
| 1:15 PM-2:00 PM | Lunch, Networking & Partner Activations | |
| 2:00 PM-3:00 PM | Christina Atkinson | HR & Leadership Insights |
| 3:00 PM-3:15 PM | Break & Networking | |
| 3:15 PM-4:00 PM | PGA Professional Panel | Navigating Your Next Step |
| 4:00 PM - 4:15PM | Closing Remarks & Dismissal |
SPEAKER BIOS
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Keynote: Dr. Nick Bontis |
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Nick’s career shift from banking to academia, inspired by a Fortune Magazine cover story, led to a PhD and groundbreaking work in knowledge management. His dissertation became Canada’s top-selling thesis, and he has since delivered dynamic keynotes to leading organizations across the globe. An award-winning professor at McMaster University, Nick has earned over 12 major teaching awards and was named one of the top professors in Canada. His high-energy lectures on strategy, knowledge management, and advanced statistics leave a lasting impact. A 3M National Teaching Fellow - often referred to as the Nobel prize of teaching - and inductee into the Western Mustangs Sports Hall of Fame and the Hamilton Soccer Hall of Fame, Nick has excelled both in academia and athletics. He is currently serving on the Concacaf Council as Vice President. Nick is also the Director of the Institute for Intellectual Capital Research, providing consulting services to prestigious clients such as the United Nations, Microsoft, and the US Navy. He is a best-selling author, with over 45,000 citations of his research, and a sought-after speaker. As Chief Knowledge Officer at Knexa Solutions and Director at Harvest Portfolios, Nick combines deep academic knowledge with practical business experience to inspire and elevate organizational performance. You can visit Dr. Bontis' "About Me" page to learn even more about his impressive achievements and career highlights. |
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Doug Foley |
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Doug Foley is an international bestselling author, TEDx speaker, and renowned strategist specializing in marketing, advanced manufacturing, and business transformation. As fractional CMO at COTE Capital, he developed the IP Capital Model to help manufacturing companies protect intellectual property, expand globally, and boost investor returns. Doug’s Scaling to Exit framework drives rapid scaling and maximized exits, helping businesses reach nine-figure valuations. Through his podcast, The Happiness of Pursuit, he connects with top founders and Fortune 100 executives, crafting innovative strategies that balance growth with impact. Doug is recognized for reshaping industries and creating scalable, transformative solutions. |
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Christina Atkinson |
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FOOD & BEVERAGE
Lunch will be provided.
REGISTRATION FEE SCHEDULE
- All applications must be received by the PGA of Ontario, 10080 Kennedy Road, Markham, ON L6C 1N9 prior to Thursday, March 13, 2025, at 23:59 pm EDT (Eastern Daylight Time).
- Entries will not be accepted without full remittance of an entry fee.
- THE PGA OF ONTARIO ACCEPTS THE FOLLOWING CARDS: VISA, VISA DEBIT, MASTERCARD
| PGA of Ontario Member (in good standing) | $129.99 + HST |
| Non-member | $149.99 + HST |
PGA of Ontario members will be given priority until Wednesday, March 12th, 2025. After that date, any remaining spots will be offered to non-members on a first-come, first-served basis. If you are a non-member interested in attending, please reach out to Kristine Schmidt at kristine@pgaofontario.com to be added to the waitlist.
CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY
A refund will be issued if the PGA of Ontario is advised at least 10 business days before the event.
A refund will NOT be issued if an attendee cancels within 10 business days in advance of the event unless a replacement is secured to fill the spot at least three business days in advance of the event.
In this case:
- The cancelling registrant must notify the PGA of Ontario office at least three business days before the event.
- If the PGA of Ontario maintains a waitlist for the event, members on the waitlist will be given the first opportunity to fill the available spot.
- If the PGA of Ontario does not have a waitlist, the cancelling registrant will be asked to provide the name and contact information of a potential replacement.
- A refund will be granted to the cancelling registrant once the replacement registrant has paid their entry fee.
- If a registrant cancels within three business days of the event, the PGA of Ontario reserves the right to deny a refund. We will make every effort to assist the cancelling registrant in finding a replacement, but we cannot guarantee that the spot will be filled.
Registration is closed.