Events
Re-VISION 2020 Virtual Conference
Broadcast on October 20 & 21, 2020
Jeanne Beker, keynote
Canadian Fashion Icon
Fashion through the last 50 years & The Future
Canadian journalist, media personality and fashion entrepreneur, Jeanne kicks us off with a retrospective look back at the past 50 years of fashion - and the immediate future.
Frank D’Alesio, Moderator - retailer panel
Director of Sales, Cougar Shoes / Co-chair, Two Ten Canada / Former Retailer, Kiddie kobbler
Retail - now what?
Confused about where to go next with your retail business?
Tune in as Frank moderates a panel discussion with retailers from across the country. Learn how they have shifted their marketing, staffing, buying and inventory management.
EMILY PALMQUIST, presenter
FASHION & TREND CONSULTANT
From hype to Whole selling - an intuitive approach to business concepts
With the reopening of our communities and commercial activities, we find ourselves, our businesses and our clientele desire a return to habits and routines amidst flux.
Join Emily in this interactive presentation and discussion to uncover alternative ideas and strategies to lead by your own certainties.
Audience participation in the live Q & A is strongly encouraged!
Lynn Spence, Presenter
Stylist, TV Personality
How to Amplify the Retail Experience
Lynn is best known for her uncanny ability to fuse the market trends of today with classic style making her a desirable choice for her eclectic range of clients.
Tune into this engaging session for innovative ideas on how to get the best out of your retail space, while keeping it safe and enjoyable for your customers.
kenneth clarke, presenter
founder, kite agency
From Bricks & Mortar to Clicks & Orders: a Digital Marketing Primer
With marketing experience working for major national clients under his belt, Ken recently formed Kite Agency. Serving clients through storytelling, social media and digital marketing Ken specializes in creating moments that connect with your audience.
Ken will take you through the eco-system of Digital Marketing, and user-friendly tools available for your use.
George Sully, keynote
Footwear Designer / Creator, Black Designers of Canada
Courageous Conversations
Tune in and be inspired as George discusses diversity and the way of the future.
Bata Shoe Museum inductee George Sully is a designer, entrepreneur, brand architect and philanthropist. George has established a collective of multifaceted companies that leverage him as an innovative player in the world of multimedia content creation, fashion design & diversity.
Black Designers of Canada, Sully Wong, House of Hayla and newly minted Sully & Son Co. are different outlets you can witness Sully’s creative vision in action. Tune in and be inspired!
Trade Show Organizers,
Roundtable Discussion
Future of Trade Shows in Canada
With a mandate to pull our communities together, how do we navigate the next 12 to 24 months safely and effectively?
Tune into a lively discussion from industry association and trade show organizers from across the country as they share their insights and strategies to keep the industry together at times of distance.
Shelby Leonard-Watt, Presenter
OWNER, S.O.S. SAVE OUR SOLES, PETERBOROUGH ONTARIO
Solemates & socialnomics: Perseverance through a pandemic
When the world shutdown, Shelby’s instincts kicked in and she quickly switched to keeping her customers engaged through Social Media, growing her followers tenfold.
Learn how she did it!
peter mohr, moderator - supplier panel
Owner, Shoetopia, Fergus ontario / executive coach
Insights into the Supply Chain for 2021
Peter will moderate a panel of suppliers who will share their insights and projections on inventory and deliveries for 2021.
Craig Patterson, Founder & Editor-in-Chief, Retail Insider
Retail CHECK-in
Tune in as Craig discusses the new landscape and answers your questions about the future.
Sarain Fox, Keynote
Indigenous activist, motivational speaker, storyteller
StorySelling: The power of authenticity and storytelling in sales & marketing
Sarain is Anishinaabe from Batchawana First Nation, and is passionate about empowering Indigenous communities and amplifying their voices. An artist, activist and brand ambassador from a long line of storytellers, Sarain has become a powerful and vibrant voice for the Indigenous community.
In fashion, Sarain has lent her voice to international brands such as Sephora, Canada Goose, Nike N7 and Manitobah Mukluks. She sees each partnership and campaign as an opportunity to highlight her culture in the mainstream.
Tune in and be inspired!
