Future Ready Business Summit: Productivity, Performance and Innovation

Calgary and Rocky Mountains.

 

Built for impact. Designed for leaders.

In today’s business environment, leaders must do more than just keep pace; they are navigating economic uncertainty, evolving workforce expectations and rapid technological change while under intense pressure to deliver results. The Future Ready Business summit brings together executives, academics, industry experts, and business students for action-oriented conversations on what it takes to build resilient, high-performing organizations.

This event explores the critical intersection of productivity, performance, innovation and culture. Attendees will walk away with real-world insights, applied learning and peer-to-peer strategies to drive their organizations forward.

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Oct. 1 , 2026

8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

Ross Glen Hall, Mount Royal University
4825 Mt Royal Gate SW

 

Beyond presentations: a summit built for participation


A group of business professionals conversing.

Sessions are designed to promote meaningful participation, conversation and collaboration. Alongside expert insights and industry-informed perspectives, attendees will engage in facilitated discussions,focused on the challenges organizations are facing.

The experience is designed to create space for strategic dialogue, fresh thinking and actionable takeaways leaders can bring back to their teams and organizations.


Featured summit speakers

Deborah Yedlin
Deborah Yedlin

President & CEO
Calgary Chamber of Commerce

Jim Pascual
Jim Pascual

Transformation Leader
RLG International

Nathan Klassen
Nathan Klassen

Director, Lead to Cash
Trimac Transportation

Wade Walker
Wade Walker

CEO, Strategic Data Advisor & Fractional Chief Data Officer
Intelligent Data Management Ltd

What to expect


Topics include

  • Productivity and operational performance
  • Process improvement and organizational effectiveness
  • Workforce engagement and culture
  • Data strategy AI and performance visibility
  • Identifying operational gaps and value leakage
  • Process redesign
  • Building adaptable, future-ready organizations

Who should attend

This summit is designed for leaders responsible for shaping strategy, driving performance and leading change within their organizations. Attendees will join peers from across industries as well as academics and students to exchange ideas, discuss shared challenges and explore practical approaches to building future-ready business.


Why attend

Participants will:

  • Gain practical insights to strengthen organizational performance
  • Learn from industry leaders and leading practitioners
  • Explore real-world challenges and solutions
  • Support student scholarships and future leaders

 

Parking

East Gate Parkade is located just steps away from Ross Glen Hall.

Food and drink

Registration includes lunch, coffee, light fare and refreshments.

Arrival and Check-In

Allow yourself enough time to check in and get settled before the summit begins.

Accessibility

Ross Glen Hall is mobility aid accessible.

 

 

Thank you to our program sponsors