Between a global pandemic, the rising consciousness of racism, a mental health crisis, and a pivot to virtual work for many – the world has drastically changed over the course of the last two years. To meet the challenges of the present moment and prepare for what’s to come, we must future-proof our leadership toolkits.
Introducing ELNstudio: Future Proof Me, a FREE two day virtual gathering for emerging leaders from across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA) to connect, skills-build, and prepare to take action on civic issues impacting our region. If you’re ready to future proof yourself and your communities, join the Emerging Leaders Network online this November 20th and 27th for two jam-packed days of workshops, panels, networking, and design thinking.
Registration is FREE and every attendee will gain:
- The opportunity to build their competencies as a future proofed leader through skills-building workshops and then put those skills to the test through an interactive Design Jam;
- New connections with rising leaders and senior leaders from across the GTHA; and,
- A year’s access to LinkedIn Learning to continue your future proofing journey!
Our Keynote Address

As the CEO of Paramount Fine Foods and an inspiring community leader, Mohamad will be kicking off ELNstudio: Future Proof Me by reflecting on his leadership journey in both business and community, and sharing advice for rising leaders on how to drive impact in our region.
November 20th, 10:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m. EST: Skills-Building Sessions
The first day of ELNstudio will feature interactive networking sessions, skills-building workshops, and engaging panels of future proofed leaders. We’ve also got you covered with a guided mindfulness break and a free lunch.
Here’s a sneak peek into some of our incredible speaker lineup:



November 27th, 10:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. EST: Design Jam
Once you’ve deepened your future-proofed leadership skills, it’s time to put them into action at the ELNstudio: Design Jam. Join CivicAction, TAS, and IBM for a workshop that will harness the collective brainpower and skills of emerging leaders to collaboratively design solutions to a community development problem. We will be supporting TAS, an unconventional impact company that promotes connected neighbourhoods and caring communities, to better understand and measure social capital (e.g. inclusion, engagement, and quality of life) in communities across the GTHA. Facilitated by design-thinking experts from IBM, you will have the opportunity to work in small groups with other rising leaders to design innovative solutions and share your ideas. By working together to apply our new skillsets, we can all play a role in fostering a more resilient, future proofed region
Save your spot today!
Register below to be the first to know about exciting ELNstudio: Future Proof Me updates and releases, including the full speaker line-up, session topics, and agenda. Registration is free but spaces are limited, so register today to secure your spot! Please note that you must be an ELN member to register. If you aren’t yet a member of the ELN, you can sign-up for free through our quick and easy registration form.
Please note that the ELNstudio registration form will provide the option of registering for just November 20th or for both November 20th and 27th. All registrants will be asked to re-confirm their attendance in November.
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