Program 

Monday, June 16

 

10:00AM - 7:00PM

Delegate Registration

2:00PM - 4:00PM

Workshops (Pre-Registration Required)
 

Private Label, Custom Spirits for Hotels

Location: Fairmont Château Laurier

 

Discover how to collaborate with a distillery and create your own branded spirits. This workshop will feature a tasting of the new private-label offerings from Zoe’s Bar and Lounge at the Fairmont Chateau Laurier with award-winning master distillers.

 

New Developments in Ottawa

Location: Landsdowne Park

 

Join a site visit to explore the vibrant Lansdowne Park in the Glebe neighbourhood — the city’s urban entertainment district with 40-acres of shops, restaurants, sport facilities, parks, and residences. Learn more about  Lansdowne 2.0 and the opportunities ahead!

 

Hotel Sustainability Tour

Location: The Westin Ottawa

 

Lace up your walking shoes and take a tour of hotels showcasing best practices for eco-friendly hospitality. Led by Green Key Global, visit certified properties, ask questions, and learn from sustainability experts.

5:30PM - 7:00PM

Welcome Reception 
 

 

7:30PM

Night Economy Walking Tour (Pre-Registration Required)
Location: Off-site

 

Following the reception, join us for an evening walking tour with Ottawa's new Nightlife Commissioner (aka the “night mayor”) to discuss opportunities for growing the nighttime economy, destination development, and conclude with a creative cocktail.

 

Tuesday, June 17

 

7:00AM 

5k Walk/Run

Location: The Westin Ottawa Lobby

7:30AM - 12:00PM

Delegate Registration

Location: The Westin Ottawa

8:00AM – 8:45AM

Breakfast

Location: The Westin Ottawa

8:00AM – 8:45AM

Breakfast

Location: The Westin Ottawa

8:45AM – 9:15AM

HAC Opening Remarks

Location: The Westin Ottawa

9:15AM – 9:50AM

Speed Stats

Location: The Westin Ottawa

 

10:00AM –10:45AM

Keynote 

Location: The Westin Ottawa

10:45AM – 11:15AM

Networking Coffee Break 

Location: The Westin Ottawa

11:15AM – 12:00PM

Breakout Sessions

Location: The Westin Ottawa

12:00 PM – 1:30PM

Networking Lunch 

Location: The Westin Ottawa

1:30PM – 2:00PM

CEO Quickfire - The Strategy Edition

Location: The Westin Ottawa

2:00PM – 2:45PM

Breakout Sessions

Location: The Westin Ottawa

2:45PM - 3:15PM

Networking Coffee Break

Location: The Westin Ottawa

3:15PM - 4:00PM

Closing Keynote

Location: The Westin Ottawa

Dan Gardner
Dan Gardner
Risk Management, Forecasting, and Big Projects | Award-Winning Journalist | Bestselling Author

4:00PM - 4:10PM

Closing Remarks

Location: The Westin Ottawa