DAY 1
Sunday, May 26
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM MDT
The theme for this year's NextGen Retreat:
Finding Your 'Why'
6:00 PM MDT
Welcome to our NextGen Retreat! Let's connect, learn and grow together while exploring our purpose and the impact we have on the future of our families and our businesses.
6:10 PM MDT
Meet Calgary’s 6th Poet Laureate, Wakefield Brewster, a professional poet and spoken word artist, educator, producer and literacy advocate with over 20 years of experience.
Wakefield’s powerful words and captivating performances capture audiences of all ages. His passion for poetry and storytelling is evident in every performance, making each one a truly memorable experience. Don't miss out!
6:30 PM MDT
Let's break the ice and get things started!
Hosts:
Naim Ali, Board Chair, Family Enterprise Canada
Rob Van Wielingen, President & CEO, Viewpoint Investment Partners
6:30 PM MDT
Enjoy this opportunity to enjoy a rare dining experience with your fellow NextGens!
Please note: Attendees will be responsible for their drinks.
DAY 2
Monday, May 27
7:30 AM - 2:30 PM MDT
9:00 AM MDT
Registration for the NextGen Retreat opens at the Calgary Central Library, a beautiful and timely place to host our retreat!
Address:
Calgary Central Library (Room 3-16B)
800 3 St SE Calgary, AB (map it)
T2G 2E7
9:00 AM MDT
Join your fellow NextGens for a pleasant breakfast amongst good company - the perfect start for our day!
9:30 AM MDT
Thank you for joining the NextGen community for our Retreat! During this session we will hear opening remarks from our community leaders.
9:35 AM MDT
Let's continue breaking the ice with our fellow NextGens!
Hosts:
Jason Nicola, Wealth Advisor & Client Relationship Manager, Nicola Wealth
Shawna Perron, Portfolio Manager, Cumberland Private Wealth and Co-Host, Take Control of Your Wealth Podcast
10:00 AM MDT
Join the Family Enterprise Legacy Institute (FELI) for an experiential learning session to reflect on your place and purpose within your business family.
Speaking:
Professor Ramzi Fathallah, Contributor, Family Enterprise Legacy Institute
11:45 AM MDT
12:00 PM MDT
What is your 'why' in the context of your enterprising family? A panel of NextGen members will discuss how they found their purpose, even in unexpected places!
Moderator:
Professor Ramzi Fathallah, Contributor, Family Enterprise Legacy Institute
1:00 PM MDT
Enjoy lunch with your fellow NextGens. This is a great chance to continue the conversations we've started!
1:45 PM MDT
Janine Rogan is changing the wealth-building game through financial feminism, dismantling the patriarchy and economic sustainability. Drawing from her own experiences in the corporate world, Janine brings a unique perspective to her keynotes, having delivered to thousands of participants across Canada and the US.
Speaker:
Janine Rogan, Financial Educator and Bestselling Author
2:45 PM MDT
Let's connect one last time before Symposium begins! We will highlight key moments of inspiration and learning, and hear closing remarks from our community leaders.
Thank you for coming to our NextGen Retreat!