Pushing the limits of what is achievable. Thinking of unexpected ways to approach business. Taking action to act boldly. These are essential for our agencies to be successful, and do great work for our clients.
Fortune Favours the Bold is an ancient proverb that tells us we should act boldly and bravely to accomplish greatness. Nothing good will happen unless we have the heart and courage to take chances. I don't believe success or winning is a matter of random luck - it's a conscious decision. When you live with courage, you're more likely to succeed and be rewarded.
I'm talking about the boldness that flings you wildly into the unknown, where you either sink or swim, or perhaps quickly learn to float. Boldness to be led by your passions and dreams. To live life up close and personal. To stand defiant against rough winds. To shape your own story. To discover that you are indeed limitless.
I can't think of better words to live by. Now isn't the time for half-measures.
BE BOLD.
— Jenny Smith
Schedule
Tue JUNE 11
7:00 pm
Hospitality suite opens Hors d'oeuvres served
Orange Room
11:59 pm
Hospitality Suite Closes
Orange Room
WED JUNE 12
8:00 - 9:00 am
Breakfast
Indigo Room
9:00 - 9:15 am
Opening Remarks
Jenny Smith
Indigo Room
9:15 - 10:15 am
Losing the Fear That Trips You Up
Nancy Vonk & Janet Kestin
Indigo Room
10:15 - 10:30 am
Coffee Break
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Workshop with Nancy Vonk
& Janet Kestin
Indigo Room
11:30 - 11:50 am
Darryl Erdle, BDO
Indigo Room
12:00 - 2:00 pm
Lunch at the Merchant Tavern
Sponsored by BDO
The Merchant Tavern
2:00 - 2:45 pm
Embracing the Next Wave:
Gen Z in Today's Workforce
Rachel Tobin & Nicole Bishop
Sponsored by Western Media Group
Indigo Meeting Room
2:45 pm
Day 1 concludes
3:25 pm
Meet Indigo Room to board the bus to Ray Agency
Indigo Room
3:30 - 4:30 pm
Ray Agency visit Sponsored by Vince Dong & Workamajig
Ray Agency
4:30 - 9:00 pm
Fi & Chi at Quidi Vidi Brewery
Team photo in Quidi Vidi
Quidi Vidi Brewery
Rally in the Alley on George Street
Downtown St. John's
9:00 pm
Hospitality Suite Opens
Orange Room
11:59 pm
Hospitality Suite Closes
Orange Room
Thur JUNE 13
8:00 - 8:45 am
Breakfast
Indigo Room
8:45 - 8:55 am
Introduction to Day Two
Jenny Smith
Indigo Room
8:55 - 9:15 am
Joe Teo, HeyOrca!
Indigo Room
9:15 - 10:15 am
Bold Steps to Inclusion: How Diversity Fuels Success
Stephanie Howlett, Diversity NL
Sponsored by HeyOrca!
Indigo Room
10:15 - 10:25 am
Coffee Break
10:25 am - 10:45 am
Mary Ventresca, Pattison
Indigo Room
10:45 - 11:45 am
Bold Steps to Creating Bold Work
Panel discussion
Sponsored by Pattison
Moderated by AnnMarie Boudreau
Panelists: Chris St. Croix, Terri Roberts, Laura Barron, Jef Combdon
Indigo Room
11:45 am - 12:45 pm
AI Panel
Panelists: Dan Dagg, Garnet McElree, Craig Ford
Indigo Meeting Room
12:45 - 12:50 pm
Day two concludes
Indigo Meeting Room
12:50 - 1:30 pm
Grab boxed lunches + free time
Indigo Meeting Room
1:30 pm
Shuttle pickup in Alt Hotel lobby
Alt Hotel Lobby
1:30 - 7:00 pm
Shuttle to Bay Bulls
Boat Tour
BBQ in Petty Harbour
Southern Shore
7:00 pm
Hospitality Suite Opens
Orange Room
11:59 pm
Hospitality Suite Closes
Orange Room
Fri JUNE 14
8:00 - 9:00 am
Breakfast
Indigo Room
9:00 - 9:15 am
Introduction to Day Three
Jenny Smith
Indigo Room
9:15 - 9:35 am
Perry Di Iorio and Lindsay Hacker, Locala
Indigo Room
9:35 - 10:35 am
How to Build a Major Agency in 3 (Not So Easy) Steps
Jon Bond
Indigo Room
10:35 - 11:05 am
What's Your Purpose?
Claudia Daniels
Sponsored by Locala
Indigo Room
11:05 - 11:25 am
Free Time
12:00 - 1:30 pm
Lunch at Terre Restaurant
Sponsored by HeyOrca!
Terre Restaurant
(attached to the Alt Hotel)
1:30 - 2:15 pm
Going Boldly to the Summit and Beyond
T.A Loeffler
Sponsored by Function Point
Indigo Room
2:15 - 3:15 pm
AGM hosted by tCAN Board
Indigo Meeting Room
3:15 pm
Closing Remarks from Jenny Smith
Indigo Meeting Room
3:15 - 5:00 pm
Freshen up / free time
5:00 pm
Pre-gala Cocktails Sponsored by Locala
TBD
6:00 pm
Gala Dinner at Portage
Portage Restaurant
11:59 pm
Hospitality Suite Closes
Orange Room
Venue
Spotted: Humpback whales.
The whales have returned to St. John's.
And we know where they're hanging out. Don't worry, we've already saved you a seat on the boat tour.
Spotted: 100% chance of fog.
Even on sunny days, the fog can suddenly roll in.
The only thing predictable about our weather is how unpredictable it can be.
The best view of the city awaits.
Explore St. John's most iconic landmark.
Put on your sturdiest walking shoes and make the trek up to Signal Hill for a breathtaking view of the oldest city in North America.
St. John's is for the birds.
Meet the official bird of NL.
Also included in our boat tour: a visit to the Witless Bay Ecological Reserve, home to the largest puffin colony in the Western Atlantic (225,000 pairs).
A stunning cathedral with a legendary history.
A National Historic Site of Canada.
Built in 1855, the Basilica of St. John the Baptist is the second largest church in Canada and renowned for its distinct architectural style.
Expect rain.
Lots of it.
Don't forget your rain jacket.
Maybe some waterproof shoes, too. On average, it rains 212 days a year in St. John's.
A sweet sight indeed.
Experience the vibrant colours of Jellybean Row.
You'll find our jellybean rowhouses on Gower Street, Bond Street and Queens Road.
We're Team Vienna Sausage.
A star ingredient in classic Newfoundland cuisine.
We have nothing to say except that we're unironically obsessed with them. Join the team.
Discover the most easterly point in North America.
A National Historic Site of Canada.
Visit the lighthouse, walk the trails, and watch the sun rise at the most easterly point in North America.
We have strong ties to the sea.
The ocean is in our blood.
Discover how centuries of seafaring have shaped our people and our way of life.
The second best view of the city.
NL's largest public cultural space.
Spend the day exploring the incredible history, art and culture of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Winds: 1.
Umbrellas: 0.
Pro tip: leave your umbrella at home.
Trust us, even the strongest umbrellas can't stand up to our wind.
Forecast: Rain.
What's a typical June day like in St. John's?
It's usually about 16°C and rainy. On average, it rains 14 days out of 30 in the month of June, so be sure to come prepared.
Your packing list:
Be sure to bring: √ Rain jacket √ Comfy walking shoes for sightseeing √ Motion sickness meds (we're going on a boat!) P.S. Leave your umbrellas at home. They probably can't withstand our NL winds.
Down time? Head downtown.
Click on the icons to the right to discover what you can expect while you're here. Plus, for a useful guide of places to eat and shop, visit: downtownstjohns.com
Accommodations
Delegates will be staying at the Alt Hotel 125 Water Street, St. John's, NL.
Registration
Prices
First delegate — $1,950
Companion — $750
Additional delegate — $1,750
Important Info
Remit by May 15, 2024, to Ray.
Your receipt of registration will be sent to the email address entered in your registration form.
Interac Payments
Send to: [email protected]
Your question & answer can be found in your form confirmation email.
Questions & Comments
Please reach out to: [email protected]
Cancellation Policy
Last minute cancellations due to medical emergencies or unforeseen business circumstances will be handled on a case-by-case basis.