ICSC@CANADA

Tuesday October 8, 2024
7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Location: MTCC North, 200 Level Entrance

Tuesday October 8, 2024
7:45 am - 8:30 am
Location: MTCC North, Room 106

No breakfast service after 8:30 am.

Tuesday October 8, 2024
8:30 am - 8:45 am
Location: MTCC North, Room 106

SPEAKERS

Lise-Ann Laberge, ICSC@CANADA 2024 Program Advisory Committee Chair;

Director, Ontario Success, A&W Food Services of Canada, Inc.

Sadeq Sadeq, ICSC@CANADA 2024 Program Advisory Committee Vice Chair; Branch Manager, Aplin Martin Consultants 

Tuesday October 8, 2024
8:45 am - 9:15 am
Location: MTCC North, Room 106

SPEAKER 

Katherine Judge, Director & Senior Economist, CIBC Capital Markets Inc.  

Tuesday October 8, 2024
9:15 am - 10:00 am
Location: MTCC North, Room 106

This moderated panel will explore the journeys of women leaders who have made significant career strides. The discussion will cover how these trailblazers have navigated challenges, driven innovation, and fostered inclusive leadership in traditionally male-dominated arenas. Attendees will gain insights into the intersection of sports and business leadership, the impact on local real estate markets, and the broader implications for women's leadership across industries.  

MODERATOR

Melissa Leong, Personal Finance Expert, National Media Personality, Best-Selling Author 

PANELISTS

Dr. Kimberley Amirault-Ryan, Performance Consultant to the NHL and the NBA; Olympians Executive Coach 

Jayna Hefford, Four-Time Olympic Gold Medalist, Hockey; SVP, Hockey Operations, Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL)

Kelly Higginson, President, Restaurants Canada  

Tuesday October 8, 2024
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Location: MTCC North, 300 Level, Halls A & C

Tuesday October 8, 2024
9:30 am - 5:00 pm
Location: MTCC North, 300 Level, Halls A & B

Tuesday October 8, 2024
10:15 am - 11:00 am
Location: Show Floor Theatre, MTCC North, 300 Level, Hall B

The retail and mixed-use space landscape is evolving rapidly with the integration of cutting-edge technology and innovative placemaking strategies. This panel discussion aims to delve into the latest trends and technologies that are shaping these environments, focusing on the interconnectivity that enhances the overall experience for visitors and tenants alike. 

By bringing together diverse perspectives from marketing, entertainment, and urban planning, this panel will offer a comprehensive look at how interconnectivity and technology transform mixed-use spaces, providing valuable takeaways for professionals seeking to stay ahead in a competitive market. 

MODERATOR

Marco Biasiotto, VP, Retail & Digital Strategy, Primaris  REIT

PANELISTS

Anthony Casalanguida, General Manager, The Well  

Rob Galletta, CEO, Blackjet Inc.

Tony Manni, Founder, Film Friendly Locations  

John Plumpton, Principal, RevelHouse Architechture

Tuesday October 8, 2024
11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Show Floor Theatre, MTCC North, 300 Level, Hall B

The luxury retail market has continued to evolve and grow in Canada in the last several years, and remains strong despite economic uncertainties. With the notable new developments of Royalmont in Montreal, Oakridge Park in Vancouver, as well as the expansion of the luxury offering at Yorkdale in Toronto, the panelists will discuss the successes as well as challenges of growing the luxury offering in Canada. The discussion will cover the luxury customer – domestic and tourist; the complexities of merchandising and adding luxury to a retail centre, as well as what the future of luxury looks like in Canada.  

MODERATOR

Casdin Parr, EVP, JLL

PANELISTS 

Caroline Mahoney, Senior Director, Retail Leasing, Oxford Properties Group  

Tara Brockelmann Rissanen, SVP, Retail Leasing, QuadReal Property Group  

Michael Stroll, SVP, Leasing, Carbonleo  

Tuesday October 8, 2024
12:15 pm - 12:45 pm
Location: MTCC North, Room 106

No lunch service after 12:45 pm.

Tuesday October 8, 2024
12:45 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: MTCC North, Room 106

Tuesday October 8, 2024
1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
Location: MTCC North, Room 106

Cadillac Fairview has partnered with the Canadian Olympic Committee and Team Canada athletes to launch CF Play Makers, a program committed to building play spaces to inspire more children to play and stay in sports.  Play Makers is about building spaces that empower kids to dream big, explore freely, and discover the joy of sport through the power of play. Because when we support young athletes in becoming the best versions of themselves, it creates a brighter future for their entire community. This year, CF Play Makers will work with three Ontario schools to build play spaces that will inspire kids to stay active and engaged in sports. 

MODERATOR

Nick Iozzo, President & Founder, The Ancillary Agency

PANELISTS

Jason Anderson, SVP, Brand & Marketing, The Cadillac Fairview Corporation 

Rosie MacLennan, Two-Time Olympic Gold Medalist, Trampoline 

Tuesday October 8, 2024
2:15 pm - 3:15 pm
Location: Show Floor Theatre, MTCC North, 300 Level, Hall B

Embarking on a new business venture that involves a bricks-and-mortar space is a complex process that involves many moving pieces, partners, and unanticipated challenges along the way. And in today’s market, your brand’s environment is a real competitive differentiator that impacts business and sales. Join Simon Shanin, CEO of BUILD IT, Eric Boulden, Designer at Jump Branding & Design, and Alex Grudkin, Franchise Development Director at Groupe Le Duff, for a candid conversation moderated by Craig Patterson, Retail Insider about the realities of bringing a brand to life. Their conversation will touch on navigating architectural and infrastructure limitations, developing realistic and achievable timelines and budgets, planning for construction challenges and setbacks, and maintaining a positive relationship with your landlord. Plus, learn more about retrofitting spaces and the role of sustainability.       

MODERATOR

Craig Patterson, Founder, Retail Insider 

PANELIST

Eric Boulden, Designer, Jump Branding & Design 

Alexandra Grudkin, Franchise Development Director, Groupe Le Duff 

Simon Shahin, CEO, BUILD IT 



Tuesday October 8, 2024
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: MTCC North, Room 202

Students Only

Tuesday October 8, 2024
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Show Floor Theatre, MTCC North, 300 Level, Hall B

Join Dustin Fuhs, Founder of The Immersive Lab, Jessica Creces McElhone, Senior VP of Strategic Growth at Cineplex Digital Media, Yvette Elliott, Founder & Chief Strategist at Elliott Digital Marketing, and Graham Heuman, Retail Insights Lead at JC Williams Group, for an informative and forward-thinking discussion on leveraging digital marketing to drive physical retail success. This session will explore cutting-edge strategies in social media advertising, influencer partnerships, email marketing campaigns, local search SEO and geotargeting technologies. Participants will gain valuable insights into measuring digital campaign effectiveness and converting online engagement into in-store visits and sales. Whether you're a seasoned retail professional or an emerging brand, this panel offers essential knowledge for thriving in today's omnichannel retail landscape. 

MODERATOR

Dustin Fuhs, Founder, The Immersive Lab and RETHINK Retail Top Retail Expert 2024 

PANELISTS 

Yvette Elliott, Founder & Chief Strategist, Elliott Digital Marketing 

Graham Heuman, Retail Insights Lead, JC Williams Group 

Jessica Creces McElhone, SVP, Strategic Growth at Cineplex Digital Media 

Tuesday October 8, 2024
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Location: Steam Whistle Brewing — Locomotive Hall

Students are invited to attend.

Tuesday October 8, 2024
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: Steam Whistle Brewing — Locomotive Hall