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
Risk Management, Forecasting, and Big Projects | Award-Winning Journalist | Bestselling Author
4:00PM - 4:10PM
Closing Remarks
Location: The Westin Ottawa
