Speakers
Keynote Speaker:
Robert Buren: Dad, entrepreneur, athlete, author and acclaimed motivational speaker
Following a back-breaking accident, Rob had to decide what kind of life he could live without the use of his lower body. Over the course of 14 years, he has amassed an impressive list of achievements, some of which may seem impossible. An acclaimed athlete and speaker, be ready to shift your perspective on overcoming life's toughest challenges and finding the strength to move forward.
Session Speakers:
Lianne Clarke
Principal, Vice President, Wellness & Disability,
Cowan Benefits Ltd.
Healthy Weight - A workplace perspective
Obesity is a complex, progressive chronic disease affecting approximately 30% of the Canadian population. It’s not a lifestyle choice. Obesity is associated with over 200 weight-related health conditions, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and mental illness. While it can’t be cured, it can be treated. Learn how you can support your employees who may be struggling to maintain a healthy weight.
Tari Duguay
Principal Consultant and Practice Lead, National Benefits Consulting,
Cowan Benefits Ltd.
Evolve Your Benefit Plan: Designing to align with your corporate total rewards strategy
Cowan expert Tari Duguay will review existing, new, and alternative plan design options that ensure a sponsor's total rewards program aligns with operational goals, health and wellness objectives, and corporate vision and mission statements.
Jacquie Fritsch
Principal Consultant, Global Benefits
Cowan Benefits Ltd.
Panel: The Evolving Landscape of Global Benefits Management
Navigating the complex and evolving world of employee benefits can be a challenge in Canada, let alone in all the countries where our clients have locations. From design and administration to compliance and local norms, understanding the countries where we have employees and delivering locally relevant and compliant benefits can be overwhelming. But Global Benefits can also be exciting. Our panelists will shed light on the different aspects of the global evolution of multinational benefits from consulting and client points of view.
Shelly Redwood
Principal Consultant and Practice Lead, Pension and Retirement Consulting,
Cowan Benefits Ltd.
Navigating Economic Change: Understanding CAP Guidelines, Economic Insights, and Market Impacts on Retirement Plans
A look at the changing retirement landscape and how to support employees as they transition to retirement.
Seann McAleese
Davies Ward Phillips and Vineberg, LLP
Hybrid Work 2.0
Hybrid work continues to be a consistent discussion area in the modern workplace. Employment lawyer Seann McAleese of Davies Ward Phillips and Vineberg, LLP will review hot-button topics, including related case law, how to address hybrid work in employment agreements, new employment tax-related issues, and other relevant considerations.
Seamus Breen
Global Consultant Lead, Actuary, Alliant Insurance Services
Panel: The Evolving Landscape of Global Benefits Management
Seamus is a global industry leader with more than 17 years of experience in employee benefits. Seamus has an extensive background working with a diverse range of national and international organizations and assisting with design and implementation of strategic employee benefits solutions that enhance business outcomes and increase productivity.
Maggie Fairbairn
Director of Global Benefits, Instacart
Panel: The Evolving Landscape of Global Benefits Management
As Director of Global Benefits at Instacart, Maggie has played a crucial role in building a competitive benefits package to help the company scale. She has a proven track record in strategic benefits management and organizational growth. She continues to excel in crafting unique employee benefit programs that enhance retention and support productivity.
Karen Williamson
Senior Consultant, Benefits,
Cowan Benefits Ltd.
Panel: The Evolving Landscape of Global Benefits Management
Navigating the complex and evolving world of employee benefits can be a challenge in Canada, let alone in all the countries where our clients have locations. From design and administration to compliance and local norms, understanding the countries where we have employees and delivering locally relevant and compliant benefits can be overwhelming. But Global Benefits can also be exciting. Our panelists will shed light on the different aspects of the global evolution of multinational benefits from consulting and client points of view.
Questions?
Contact the Cowan Insurance Group Events Team, events@cowangroup.ca.