Digital Momentum  Summit

Under Kathleen’s leadership, Tourism Barrie revitalize its digital presence. This work resulted in a dynamic, user-friendly website featuring high-quality visuals and personalized content tailored to diverse visitor personas. Notably, the development of the "Sport Barrie" persona attracted various sporting events and tournaments, contributing over $29 million to the local economy. Overall, these initiatives have bolstered Barrie's tourism sector dramatically.

A respected voice in Ontario’s tourism landscape, Kathleen is committed to driving innovation in destination marketing and fostering sustainable economic growth. Her vision ensures that Barrie is not only a stop along the way but a destination in its own right.

Her entrepreneurial story began with Sweetspot.ca. Long before content marketing was a buzzword, Stephania understood the potential of digital storytelling to engage and inspire. Stephania went on to pioneer a new chapter in the world of business and leadership with Women of Influence. As Co-CEO and Head of Media, she transformed the brand into a national force, amplifying the voices of trailblazing women, making an enduring impact on Canada’s professional landscape.

Today, Stephania has distilled her wealth of experience into her role as a Professional Story Strategist. Whether she’s shaping a brand’s voice, refining a founder’s personal story, or uncovering the human essence behind corporate messaging, Stephania is a master at translating complex ideas into narratives that resonate.

Tom’s approach focuses on simplifying ecommerce for complex business models—optimizing technology, aligning teams, and creating strategies that drive long-term success. His insights have helped organizations accelerate digital adoption, improve customer engagement, and maximize ROI.

A recognized ecommerce leader, Tom is passionate about empowering businesses with the right tools and strategies to compete and win in an evolving digital landscape.

At ai12z, Bill focuses on practical, high-impact AI solutions that give businesses the confidence to integrate AI effectively into their frontend experience. By developing AI systems that are trustworthy, transparent, and adaptable, ai12z helps organizations automate intelligently, optimize decision-making, and drive meaningful business outcomes. His expertise in AI and digital transformation keeps him at the forefront of innovation, advocating for responsible AI adoption and its real-world applications.

With an extensive background spanning premium finance, commercial lending, and operational excellence, Heather is shaping the future of financial services. 

With confident leadership, Canadian firms like IPFS Canada are proving that resilient, agile solutions win the race. Heather has built a career on the foundation of resilience, adaptability, and relentless forward motion. Whether navigating market shifts or optimizing operational frameworks, her focus remains the same: empower businesses, remove friction, and drive results.

Under her guidance, Abode Financial’s Digital Dealer Portal has revolutionized the loan origination process—streamlining workflows, reducing friction for dealers, and accelerating funding timelines. With a deep understanding of process optimization, quality control, and management information systems, Stacey ensures operational excellence while implementing rigorous methodologies to drive continuous improvement.

Chris understands that success in today’s digital landscape requires more than just technology—it demands a clear vision, expert guidance, and continuous innovation. Whether he’s helping partners navigate complex projects, optimizing their use of Sitefinity’s capabilities, or connecting them with valuable resources, his goal is always to empower teams to achieve real, measurable impact.

Chris actively fosters collaboration among digital leaders, helping them stay ahead of industry trends and maximize their results. His approach is focused on ensuring that every organization he works with has the confidence and support to turn their digital ambitions into reality.